WASH Specialist (P-3) – Fixed Term – Bujumbura, Burundi

About the role

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) in Burundi is seeking a qualified WASH Specialist at the P‑3 level to support the design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of its Water, Sanitation and Hygiene programme. This fixed‑term position will work from the Bujumbura office and contribute to achieving the country programme’s WASH‑related results.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and plan WASH interventions in line with UNICEF’s strategic objectives.
• Manage programme delivery, monitor progress and ensure timely reporting of results.
• Provide technical and operational guidance to field teams during implementation.
• Support humanitarian WASH preparedness and response activities.
• Build and maintain partnerships with government, NGOs and other stakeholders.
• Promote innovation, knowledge management and capacity‑building initiatives.

Required profile

• Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in public health, sanitary engineering, civil engineering, environmental engineering or a related technical field.
• Minimum five years of professional experience in WASH‑related programmes, preferably in humanitarian or development contexts.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with diverse partners and to deliver results under tight deadlines.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development within a global humanitarian organization.
• A supportive, diverse and inclusive work environment.