FICR recruits a Delegate, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene

International Deadline: 03 Nov 2018 2026

• 0 comments FICR recruits a Delegate, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene A new job opportunity opens up to you at the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC). The IFRC is recruiting a Delegate, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene as part of its mission to Bunia, Democratic Republic of the Congo. Summary of the offer Job Title: Delegate, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Vacancy number: S18986 Contract Category: International Deadline for applications: 03/11/2026 Job posted on: 20/10/2026 Post position: Bunia, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Job overview

The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is the largest humanitarian network in the world, with 191 National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies members. The IFRC relies on the triple strategy “Response, Resilience and Respect” (Triple R) to implement its 2030 Strategy. It responds to disasters and crises, ensuring rapid, coordinated and locally driven humanitarian action. Bundibugyo virus disease (BVD) has been reported in 63 health zones across seven provinces of the United States. Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC): Ituri, North Kivu, Haut-Uélé, Tshopo, Bas-Uélé, South Kivu and South Oubangui. Ituri remains the main epicenter, with 28 of its 36 health zones affected, followed by North Kivu with 16 out of 34. Job purpose The WASH delegate supports coordination, technical leadership and implementation of WASH operations at the national level, in cooperation with National Societies, IFRC’s WASH and Health Sector Groups and the national government. This role will actively contribute to the rapid reduction of risks related to Ebola and diseases associated with water, sanitation and the effectiveness of WASH activities. Education

Education / Qualifications

Relevant university degree in civil or environmental engineering, public health or similar fields, or equivalent experience. Specialized WASH RRT/ERU training or other public health related RRT/ERU training.

Experience

At least 3 to 5 years of experience in developing and supporting WASH programs. Field experience in emergency contexts, managing international humanitarian operations in the areas of water, sanitation and hygiene and/or public health. Experience writing reports and proposals. Experience in managing donor/partner relationships. Experience working for a humanitarian aid organization in a developing country. Experience working for the Red Cross/Red Crescent is preferred. The experience in the fight against Ebola is an additional asset. Knowledge, skills and languages Good knowledge of AEH management (Water, Sanitation and Hygiene). Programme and project management.

Required skills

Excellent networking, representation, communication and influence skills. Ability to work in a multicultural and multidisciplinary environment. Strong interpersonal and cultural sensitivity. Understanding and adherence to the mission and values of the IFRC. Values

Responsibilities

Respect for diversity; Integrity; Professionalism; Responsibility Key skills Communication; Collaboration and teamwork; Judgement and decision making; Civil society and customer relations; Creativity and innovation; Establishing trust.

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