Sanitation and Hygiene Promotion Officer

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

Eligibility: Current IRC staff and former IRC staff who separated from the organization within the past 6 months.

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) helps people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover, and gain control of their future. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC works with people forced to flee from war, conflict and disaster and the host communities that support them, as well as with those who remain within their homes and communities. At-work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. IRC leads the way from harm to home. Began work in Ethiopia, 1999 in response to severe drought that happened in Ethiopia’s Somali region. Currently, providing assistance in ten different regions implementing emergency and development programs in health, water and sanitation, economic recovery and development (ERD), women’s protection and empowerment, education, child protection, and multi-sectoral emergency response.

The IRC has a focus on narrowing the gender gap in humanitarian aid and ensuring that we contribute to gender equality, diversity, and inclusion in both our programs and operations by working to establish a context where our clients (including those from minority groups) enjoy the same rights and opportunities as well as an equal access to services. The IRC also has a strong commitment to creating an equitable and inclusive culture, where safeguarding is upheld in our workplace and programs. We are determined to protect our clients and staff from safeguarding violations through prevention and, where misconduct is alleged, to address it without fear or favor.

Job Overview/Summary: 

The Sanitation & Hygiene SHP Officer is responsible for managing and following up hygiene promotion, sanitation and WASH NFI distribution activities in the field office. The Sanitation and Hygiene promotion Officer is responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing the SV WASH part project and distribution of Emergency WASH NFI items at the district level as well as promoting good hygiene behavior while distributing the WASH NF items. The position ensures timely and efficient delivery of Essential WASH NF items to affected populations while promoting good hygiene behavior in line with organizational standards, humanitarian principles, and donor requirements. The SHP Officer will report to the FC and will directly support the SHP activities in Asgede in the ground, work collaboratively with another sector team and . The position demands working internally with ERD team and other IRC sectors and externally with other INGOs/NGOs, Government partners, Clusters and Task Forces.

Major responsibilities include:

Planning and Coordination & Implementation

• Support the development and implementation of district-level WASH NFI items and distribution plans as well as Hygiene promotion activities.
• Coordinate with logistics, procurement, and warehouse teams to ensure timely movement and storage of supplies.
• Liaise with local authorities, community leaders, and humanitarian partners for distribution planning and beneficiary selection.
• Participate in inter-agency coordination meetings at district level.

Distribution Management

• Plan and lead the organization of WASH NFI distributions in targeted communities.
• Supervise distribution teams during distribution, ensuring adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and accountability standards.
• Ensure inclusive and transparent beneficiary targeting, registration, and verification processes.
• Monitor post-distribution outcomes and provide timely reports on coverage, gaps, and challenges.

Monitoring, Reporting, and Accountability

• Collect and compile field data, including distribution reports, beneficiary feedback, and lessons learned.
• Prepare timely situation and progress reports for the district and country office.
• Support the implementation of complaints and feedback mechanisms at distribution sites.
• Ensure adherence to protection, gender, and inclusion principles throughout all activities.

• Train and mentor field staff, community volunteers, and partners on WASH NFI distribution procedures and standards.

      Safeguarding Responsibilities: -

·         Promote and actively participate in initiatives and efforts to build team engagement, inclusion and cohesion in IRC [team/office]

·         Foster ongoing learning, honest dialogue and reflection to strengthen safeguarding and to promote IRC values and adherence to IRC policies

Requirements:

Educational Requirements:

·         BSc Degree or MSc Degree in Public Health, Environmental Health or related from a recognized University.

·         At least 4 years of experience for first-degree holder and 3 years of work experience plus a postgraduate degree.

·         Experience in handling emergency programs and experience of team mobilization teams and having good knowledge of project management.

Preferred Experience and Skills:

·         Good communication and interpersonal skills.

·         Experience in budget management, Ability to use computer and Technical and report writing skills.

·         Profession and report writing skills.

·         Project management, management skills.

·         Computer literate. (Outlook, power point, excel and word processing)

- Ability to work under pressure and in remote or insecure environments.

Language Skills: 

·         Good command spoken and written English, Tigrigna and Amharic.

·         Knowledge of Tigirigna is Mandatory

·         Preference will be given to qualified female candidates.

Professional Standards: All International Rescue Committee workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. Our Standards are Integrity, Service, Equality and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding, Conflicts of Interest, Fiscal Integrity, and Reporting Wrongdoing and Protection from Retaliation. IRC is committed to take all necessary preventive measures and create an environment where people feel safe, and to take all necessary actions and corrective measures when harm occurs. IRC builds teams of professionals who promote critical reflection, power sharing, debate, and objectivity to deliver the best possible services to our clients.

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