ACTED, an international non-profit NGO, is seeking a WASH Officer to join their team in Venezuela. This role involves supervising and executing Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) activities as part of the humanitarian emergency response following the earthquakes in Venezuela on June 24, 2026, focusing on the impacted area of Morón, Carabobo state.
The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the WASH component of the project, ensuring that all activities align with project specifications, donor requirements, and ACTED's rules and procedures regarding scope, budget, timeline, and quality.
Quick Facts
| Opportunity | Job |
|---|---|
| Institution | Agency for Technical Cooperation and Development (ACTED) |
| Location | Carabobo, Venezuela |
| Region | Latin America |
| Open to | Not specified |
| Funding | Not specified |
| Stipend / Salary | Professional fees according to the organization's scale |
| Duration | 3 months with possibility of renewal |
| Application deadline | 02 November 2026 |
About the Position
The WASH Officer will lead the technical design of WASH interventions, including preparing technical specifications, bills of quantities, and execution schedules. They will also be responsible for on-site supervision of infrastructure works, coordinating with the logistics department for equipment procurement, and anticipating technical or social risks. Additionally, the role involves training beneficiaries on the use and maintenance of water and sanitation systems, promoting hygiene, and representing ACTED in sectoral WASH clusters and coordination meetings.
Eligibility
- Professional degree (undergraduate or master's) in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related disciplines in Water and Sanitation.
- Minimum three (3) years of experience in implementing and coordinating WASH/ASH infrastructure projects, preferably in humanitarian emergency contexts and international NGOs.
- Proficiency in international standards (Sphere Manual, WASH FIT) and national regulations (COVENIN, official gazettes).
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Maprex, EPANET, QGIS, and Microsoft Office suite.
- Precision in infrastructure design and high attention to detail in construction supervision.
- Full availability for travel to communities affected by the seismic events.
- Leadership skills for team management and coordination with implementing partners.
- Assertive communication skills for interacting with governmental authorities and multicultural populations.
- Results-oriented with autonomy to meet goals under strict timelines and transparency in resource management.
Benefits
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Documents Required
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How to Apply
- Register your application via the provided link: https://forms.gle/5AfAc46ZwQyn8yxn7
Source: ReliefWeb Jobs.
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