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International Rescue Committee

Global humanitarian nonprofit delivering emergency relief

Water Assistant - Sanitation and Hygiene

Community Outreach & ProgramsPosted on Nov 9
Full-timeMaracaibo, Zulia, VenezuelaNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • Professional qualification in engineering, environmental and natural sciences, social sciences, development management, or a related area.
  • At least 1 year of experience managing and implementing humanitarian projects, focused on water, sanitation and hygiene and/or logistics.
  • Previous experience in an international organization; humanitarian experience is preferred.
  • Ability to follow instructions and work plans, manage resources, and communicate assertively.
  • Previous experience in representation and coordination platforms.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills, with demonstrated ability to prioritize and deliver according to work plans.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and a results-focused approach.
  • Ability to work independently and within a dynamic, global, multifunctional team structure.
  • Demonstrated community-work experience and experience developing methodologies in livelihoods, water, sanitation and hygiene, and/or food security.
  • Knowledge of water, sanitation and hygiene.
  • Training in hygiene, sanitation, or the multiple-barrier method for safe household water.
  • Knowledge of participatory methodologies for adult training.
  • Knowledge of logistics.
  • Comply with workplace safety and health requirements, use and maintain personal protective equipment properly, report hazards and health status, and participate in required safety, health, road-safety, emergency, and other organizational committees and trainings.

Responsibilities

  • Support the work plan designed by the Food Security, Livelihoods and WASH Manager and/or WASH Officer.
  • Lead and support delivery of training activities using selected CIR-VE methodologies for targeted communities.
  • Support prevention processes and strategies developed in communities by the WASH Officer or Food Security, Livelihoods and WASH Manager.
  • Lead and support participatory community assessment processes in identified intervention areas.
  • Ensure compliance with internal program purchasing and procurement processes, prepare purchase plans and requests, and perform related procurement tasks under the leadership of the WASH Officer.
  • Identify communication channels, participation spaces, and key actors in intervention territories to support organizational activities.
  • Support the WASH Officer or Food Security, Livelihoods and WASH Manager in identifying needs in targeted communities.
  • Conduct community awareness-raising about CIR-VE programs and interventions.
  • Support monitoring and evaluation, including experience exchanges and learning communities, to identify program impacts and changes in communities.
  • Identify clients’ additional or complementary needs, map available services, and identify organizations that may provide a response.
  • Support implementation of CIR-VE’s Community Mobilization Strategy in the field, document activities, share progress, and suggest responses to emerging challenges.
  • Submit weekly reports on activities completed.
  • Contribute to development of the strategic direction of the water, sanitation and hygiene program.
  • Coordinate at field level with CIR-VE staff from WASH, Health, Protection, and MEAL areas.
  • Contribute to program planning while safeguarding targets, efficient use of resources, and compliance with institutional procedures.
  • Provide field-based input and recommendations from interactions with clients to improve programs.

Desired Qualifications

  • Knowledge of protection.
  • Previous humanitarian experience in an international organization.

About the Company

International Rescue Committee

Global humanitarian nonprofit delivering emergency relief

Emergency relief and long-term support provider active in 40+ countries and 26 U.S. cities, offering health, education, safety, economic, and protection services to people affected by conflict, displacement, or disasters. It runs refugee resettlement, mental health care, primary healthcare, vocational training, and protection programs, with operations that combine direct services and advocacy. Its distinct approach comes from a large global footprint, extensive field experience, a focus on dignity and resilience, and evidence-based programs supported by initiatives like the Airbel Impact Lab. The goal is to lessen suffering, protect human rights, and help communities recover and thrive through inclusive, long-term strategies that empower those affected by crises.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Grant
Total funding
$500K
Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
1933

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