WASH Officer (NO-2) – Temporary 6‑month contract

About the role

UNICEF is seeking a WASH Officer (NO‑2) to support the urban water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) recovery effort in the aftermath of the June 2026 earthquakes in north‑central Venezuela. The position is a six‑month fixed‑term appointment based in Caracas and will provide technical oversight and field monitoring of WASH infrastructure rehabilitation.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor day‑to‑day implementation of urban WASH recovery interventions across multiple states.
• Provide engineering supervision to ensure quality and functionality of rehabilitated water and sanitation facilities.
• Collect, analyse and disseminate operational data on partner activities, coverage gaps and population needs.
• Coordinate with government counterparts, UN agencies, NGOs and other partners to align actions and support decision‑making.
• Support the transition from emergency response to longer‑term restoration of basic services.

Required profile

• Relevant university degree in engineering, environmental science, public health or a related field.
• Experience in WASH programmes, preferably in humanitarian or post‑disaster contexts.
• Demonstrated ability to work in the field, travel across regions and manage multi‑stakeholder coordination.

Required skills

• Engineering supervision of water and sanitation infrastructure.
• Data collection, analysis and information dissemination.
• Monitoring and evaluation of WASH interventions.

What we offer

• Six‑month fixed‑term contract with UNICEF’s competitive benefits package.
• Opportunity to contribute to a high‑impact humanitarian response.
• Professional development within a global child‑rights organization.