IPC WASH Specialist with UNICEF Burundi
CLOSED - RVO is looking for a IPC WASH Specialist to support UNICEF in the response to the Mpox outbreak in Burundi. The duration of the deployment is 3 months. Duty station is Bujumbura with possible field visits. Starting date is as soon as possible. Kindly note that for this position WASH experts who are located in Burundi or the region are strongly encouraged to apply.
For this position the following is required:
Essential:
- At least five (5) years of experience, at the national and international levels, in the relevant areas of Public Health, Environmental Health, Civil & Water/Sanitary Engineering and Social Sciences.
- Previous experience in proving emergency WASH responses in complex environments.
- Fluency in Engslish and working knowledge of French.
Desirable: Experience or a sound knowledge of UNICEF mandate and goals or in UN organizations/agencies, health cluster partners, recognized humanitarian organizations.
Please refer to the Terms of Reference for more information on this position.
If you are interested in the position, you can apply by sending an email to drrs@rvo.nl with the following information:
- Your CV;
- A short motivation;
- An indication of your availability (potential start date and length of time period).
Please respond as soon as possible, but at the latest before Friday, September 13th 15:00 CEST. Candidates' CV's will be evaluated based on qualifications sent through based on the order in which they have been submitted.
We strongly encourage (young) women to apply, as we are committed to fostering gender diversity and inclusion in DRRS. Moreover, we stimulate local experts to become part of our database and to apply for vacancies. Please visit Registration DSS water/DRR/MHPSS expert - Klantportaal-Site | Mijn RVO and become part of our network.
At RVO we are fully committed to creating a safe and respectful work environment. We have a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment (PSEAH). All deployees/experts must adhere to the Code of Conduct, which outlines ethical standards and behaviors expected within our organization. Successful candidates will be required to uphold these principles and participate in mandatory PSEAH and CoC training as part of their onboarding process.
