Senior Project Officer – SWASH (Plateau)

About the role

The Senior Project Officer – SWASH will lead the coordination and implementation of integrated water, sanitation and shelter (WASH) interventions under the RAPID programme in Plateau State. The role ensures equitable access to safe, reliable and sustainable services while promoting community ownership and capacity building.

Key responsibilities

• Organise and lead implementation of all assigned shelter and WASH activities in line with CRS quality standards and donor requirements.
• Develop documentation and designs for shelter solutions and WASH infrastructure, ensuring compliance with Nigerian legislation and SPHERE standards.
• Promote locally‑appropriate building practices and Build Back Safer principles through training of local contractors and artisans.
• Support the preparation of Bills of Quantities (BOQ) and technical assessments for new construction and rehabilitation.
• Monitor contractors, construction work and materials to guarantee quality, safety and timely delivery.
• Facilitate learning, accountability and project evaluation activities throughout the project cycle.

Required profile

• Proven experience in managing WASH and shelter projects in humanitarian contexts.
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian legislation, SPHERE standards and Build Back Safer principles.
• Ability to work collaboratively with local communities, government partners and international actors.
• Excellent coordination, monitoring and reporting skills.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to lead impactful humanitarian interventions in Nigeria.
• Professional development within a respected international NGO.