WASH Assistant Job at International Medical Corps

Employer: International Medical Corps (IMC)

International Medical Corps (IMC) is a global, humanitarian, non-profit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through health care training, relief and development programs. Established in 1984 by volunteer doctors and nurses, International Medical Corps is a private, voluntary, non-political, non-sectarian organization.




International Medical Corps has been operating in Nigeria since November 2013. It currently has its country office in Abuja and field offices in Kano, Sokoto and Maiduguri where it is implementing emergency Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) projects, building capacity of local health systems and structures, ensuring the provision of quality, accessible Nutrition and Health Care for Children under five years of age.

International Medical Corps is recruiting to fill this vacant position

WASH Assistant Job Description

• Selection and training of the hygiene promoters (VCM).
• Collection of bio data for both VCMs and beneficiaries in communities.
• Input beneficiaries’ data into spread sheet in preparation for distribution of NFI kits in communities.
• Train and monitor VCMs on how to conduct hygiene promotion sessions and fill their log sheets properly document topics discussed, advice provided, document issues of concern for IMC follow up action, number of attendees to sessions, etc…
• Collection of VCM log sheet on monthly basis and certifying work done by VCMs.
• Identification of the most appropriate messages regarding the target population.
• Organise training sessions and participate in facilitation in IDP camps and host communities.
• Evaluate the necessary material needed for a campaign/activity.
• Mobilise the community on change of behaviour regarding hygiene practices.
• Participate in hygiene campaigns, doing shows in schools and at community level and IDP camps in close coordination with community volunteers
• Actively participate alongside community volunteers in identifying locations/sites for WASH infrastructures (latrines construction/rehabilitation, borehole drilling/rehabilitation, etc) in the beneficiary communities.
• Animate focus group, giving clear messages on good hygiene practice.
• Report the progress of the work to the supervisor and the Head of project
• Report possible problems or conflict during the activities or any other issues that requires IMC follow up/ action
• Conduct House hold assessments.
• Conduct the Distribution of water, hygiene and sanitation items.
• Collection of water sample from household and source and also conduct quality tests using the delaqua KIT
• Write daily reports on VCMs evaluation, water testing and NFI distribution.
• Relating closely with VCMs to identify informal settlements in host communities.
• Relate with M & E in providing accurate data for impact analysis during post distribution survey and also to input into monthly and quarterly reports
• Regular reporting of Hygiene Promotion activities to supervisor/ WASH Officer
• Provide support to other areas of the department as may be required by the supervisor.

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum of Bachelor Degree or HND in public health, social sciences, education, or related fields
• Strong communication skills
• Two (2) to Three (3) years of experience working with an NGO
• Experience in hygiene promotion in local communities, with children and vulnerable people,
• Experience in community mobilization and participation,
• Strong Computer skills (Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint),
• Fluent in English language (reading and writing).
• Able to communicate fluently in Hausa and / or Kanuri is an advantage
• Familiarity with the local culture, ability to develop respect from a wide range of people and strong ability to communicate effectively on hygiene matters.
• Prior experience in humanitarian response programs is an added advantage.

Application deadline:  August 14, 2016
Companies may expire jobs at their own discretion.

How to apply

Application is online

Visit the official IMC recruitment website to apply.