Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Assistant

Danish Refugee Council (DRC), one of the world’s leading humanitarian NGOs, is seeking a WASH Assistant to join our team in Abyei. If you are skilled, responsible, and motivated to support humanitarian work, we encourage you to apply.

About the Job

The WASH Assistant supports the routine and daily implementation and administration of the WASH and Infrastructure projects for DRC in Abyei Administrative Area (AAA), including supporting organizing and supervising volunteer teams, monitoring of water quality/chlorination processes, construction teams, assessment and design of appropriate interventions and overseeing project implementation supporting IDPs and host communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Program Implementation:
• Assist in the planning, implementation, and monitoring of WASH activities, including:
• Water supply and sanitation infrastructure development and maintenance
• Hygiene promotion and community education campaigns
• Sanitation and hygiene facilities construction and improvement
• Water quality testing and treatment
• Emergency WASH response activities
• Community Engagement:
• Conduct community meetings and trainings on WASH issues
• Facilitate community-based planning and decision-making processes
• Build and maintain strong relationships with community members, local leaders, and other stakeholders
• Address community concerns and resolve WASH-related issues in liaison with the WASH team leader and WASH officers.
• Data Collection and Reporting: 
• Collect and analyse data on WASH program indicators 
• Prepare regular reports on activity progress and challenges. 
• Water quality data analysis.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all WASH activities (Hygiene promotion, water supply infrastructures operations and
• Logistics and Procurement:
• Assist in the procurement and distribution of WASH supplies and materials
• Ensure the proper maintenance and utilization of WASH equipment and tools

Experience and Qualifications

• A diploma in a relevant field, such as Civil engineering, Water Engineering, Fluid Mechanics, etc.
• At least 1-2 years of experiences in hygiene promotion or WASH-related projects in humanitarian contexts.
• Knowledge and understanding of the WASH situation and needs in Abyei and South Sudan.
• Experience of borehole drilling, solar water powered systems and water quality analysis
• Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with diverse groups and individuals.
• Ability to work independently as part of the team.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with people from different backgrounds.
• Experience in working with local communities, children, and people with special needs.
• Experience in CLTS, PHAST, SLTC, SBCC and CHAST methodology.
• Experience in integration of WASH and other sectors (such as Health, Nutrition, Protection, Education, Food Security, Livelihoods, and effective community engagement approach.
• Committed to save the children principles with good understanding of the Save the Children mandate, child focus and an ability to ensure continues support.
• Experience in integration of WASH and other sectors (such as Health, Nutrition, Protection, Education, Food Security and Livelihoods and effectively engage communities in the implementation process.

Experience and technical competencies:

• A diploma in a relevant field, such as Civil engineering, Water and Sanitation Engineering, Fluid Mechanics, etc.
•  Ability to work independently as part of the team.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with people from different backgrounds.
•  Mainstreaming of gender, disability inclusion and accountability to affected populations in WASH programming.
•  Good computer skills and knowledge on Auto Desk programs (AutoCAD, ArchiCAD, Orion, etc.) Microsoft word, power point presentation, internet
• Fluency in English and local languages (Dinka).

Must have local resident permit and labor card

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies: 

Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process. 

Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback. 

Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation. 

Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly. 

Demonstrating integrity: You uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for national employees; please refer to our website.

Application Process

All applicants are required to submit a cover letter and an updated CV (maximum of four pages), both written in English. Please ensure that the position title and location are clearly mentioned in the subject line of your application.

Applications must be submitted by hand delivery to our office in Abyei.

Closing date for applications: 26th September 2025

For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website drc.ngo.