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WASH Engineer (Water, Sanitation & Hygiene) – Register

UK-Med
Location
Internationally and/or to any of the UK-Med responses
Posted
1 month ago
Department
UK-Med Register
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Proven experience in WASH related construction/rehabilitation projects
  • Demonstrable understanding of ensuring quality and effectiveness of programming
  • Ability to manage and supervise field projects
  • Commitment to learning and supporting others to learn
Nice to have
  • Language skills
What the job really is

As a WASH Engineer with UK-Med, you will be responsible for the identification, design, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of community construction and rehabilitation projects related to water, sanitation, and hygiene. This role involves day-to-day field management and providing technical support to WASH and community projects, ensuring quality and effectiveness in line with grant proposals and guidelines. The position is part of a register for surge responders, with deployment opportunities based on need.

Benefits
  • GBP £4,500 gross per month
  • Up to 20% additional allowance for adverse conditions
  • Fixed-term contracts for deployed members
  • Excellent learning opportunities
  • Opportunities to work in international humanitarian responses
Things to weigh
  • No guarantee of work unless deployed
  • Duration of deployment is typically 6-9 weeks with a 3-week quarantine period
  • Role involves extensive training and vetting prior to deployment
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