Team: Program
Location: Somali Region – Liban Zone (Dheka Suftu & Khersa Dula Woredas)
Type of Contract: Fixed Term
Number of Positions: 1

About GWEDE
Global Women Empowerment Development, Ethiopia (GWEDE) envisions a future where the progressive pursuit of gender equality and empowerment is central to societal progress. Established in 2022, GWEDE is an emerging, community-rooted, and forward-thinking non-profit organization. We are guided by a strong commitment to uplifting the voices of marginalized communities particularly women and youth across the pastoral regions of Ethiopia. Administered by pastoral women, GWEDE is grounded in the principles of diversity, inclusivity, and community ownership, ensuring that all voices are heard and represented. We are proud to be governed by a 70 percent female Board and to operate as a platform that promotes leadership opportunities for women from all backgrounds across all levels of the organization.

Strategic Direction (2025–2030): Our five-year strategic plan reflects a commitment to holistic development, resilient communities, and a paradigm shift that recognizes and values women’s leadership. Through integrated development and humanitarian programming, GWEDE aims to address both immediate needs and long-term structural inequalities.

GWEDE is currently implementing donor-funded humanitarian projects under the Ethiopia Humanitarian Fund (EHF) in partnership with the Partnership for Pastoralist Development (PAPDA) in the Somali Region. To ensure effective WASH programming and compliance with donor requirements, GWEDE is seeking to recruit a qualified and committed WASH Officer.

Role Purpose
The WASH Officer will be responsible for planning, implementing, monitoring, and reporting WASH activities in accordance with project objectives, donor requirements, and national standards. The position requires strong skills in WASH project planning and implementation, hygiene promotion, and technical and narrative reporting, as well as the ability to work collaboratively with local communities, government line offices, implementing partners, and other relevant stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and monitor WASH project activities in the assigned area.

• Support the construction, rehabilitation, and supervision of water supply and sanitation facilities, including the design and follow-up of VIP latrine construction in accordance with donor requirements 

• Promote hygiene and sanitation practices through community mobilization and behavior change activities.

• Coordinate with local government offices, community structures, and relevant stakeholders.

• Ensure community participation and inclusion of women and vulnerable groups in WASH activities.

• Conduct needs assessments, baseline, and follow-up surveys related to WASH interventions.

• Prepare regular progress reports and documentation in line with donor and organizational requirements.

• Ensure WASH activities comply with national policies, SPHERE/other standards, and organizational guidelines.

• Support capacity building of community WASH committees and local partners.

• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Program Manager.

Job Requirements

Qualifications, Experience, and Skills

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Water Resources, Environmental Health, Public Health, Civil Engineering, or a related field.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in WASH project implementation, preferably with NGOs.

• Good knowledge of WASH standards, hygiene promotion, and community-led approaches.

• Experience working with government offices and community structures.

• Strong reporting, communication, and coordination skills.

• Ability to work independently in challenging field environments.

• Fluency in English and local languages is an asset.

• Prior involvement in donor-funded projects (e.g., UN, EU, USIAD) is a plus.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of WASH and SPHERE/CHS standards

• Experience in VIP latrine design and supervision

• Ability to plan, implement, and monitor WASH activities

• Strong leadership, coordination, and communication skills.

• Strong interpersonal and facilitation skills.

• Problem-solving and analytical abilities.

• Teamwork and adaptability.

• Commitment to humanitarian principles and community development.

• Good analytical and reporting skills with attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently under pressure, pro-activeness, and meet tight deadlines.

• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

• Commitment to GWEDE’s values of transparency, accountability, inclusivity, integrity, innovation, and respect.

PSEAH (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Harassment)
GWEDE maintains zero tolerance for sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment (SEAH) in all its operations. All staff, volunteers, and partners are expected to:

• Uphold the highest standards of professional and ethical conduct.

• Sign and comply with GWEDE’s Code of Conduct and PSEAH Policy.

• Report any concerns or suspicions of SEAH through confidential reporting mechanisms.

• Participate in mandatory PSEAH orientation and refresher training.

How To Apply

Application Procedure
Interested and qualified applicants are invited to submit their CV, application letter, and supporting documents (educational and experience certificates) via email to:
📧info@gwede.org. Please indicate “WASH Officer” in the subject line.

Please note: Applications will only be accepted through email. Do not come to the office in person.

🕓 Application Deadline: 01/01/2026
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.