WASH Manager (P-4) – Temporary Appointment in Abuja

About the role

The WASH Manager will strengthen programme quality, consistency and accountability across UNICEF's water, sanitation and hygiene portfolio in Nigeria. Reporting to the Chief WASH, the role ensures that interventions are delivered to high standards and achieve sustainable results for children and communities.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the development, preparation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the WASH programme.
• Improve consistency and quality of WASH infrastructure and services across programme areas.
• Strengthen monitoring, documentation, verification and risk‑informed planning practices.
• Provide technical guidance and management support throughout the programming cycle.
• Offer advisory services to government, sector agencies and International Development Banks.
• Identify and resolve implementation challenges in a timely manner.

Required profile

• Extensive experience in WASH programme management within humanitarian or development contexts.
• Proven ability to work with senior government officials, donors and partners.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills to support evidence‑based decision‑making.
• Capacity to lead a multidisciplinary team and ensure quality assurance.

Required skills

• WASH programme management
• Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) of WASH projects
• Risk‑informed planning and implementation
• Stakeholder engagement and advisory services

What we offer

• Opportunity to impact the lives of children in a complex humanitarian setting.
• Professional development within a global organization.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.