WASH Volunteer

Save the Slum Initiative is a non-governmental organization with registration CAC/IT/NO 139240, STSI was founded in 2016 and is committed to responding to current needs to improve the life of people living in slums and local communities across Nigeria. STSI envisions improving the living standards of vulnerable persons and communities and our overall aim is to work with urban poor to bring about long-term and sustainable transformation to their quality of life and to also provide better community-based healthcare and empowerment education and environmental improvement to all communities that will serve. We intervene in various sectors like WASH, Education, Protection, Nutrition, Health, and Livelihood of humanitarian sectors and community development projects. Since its inception in 2016, STSI have implemented in over 16 States in Nigeria and other African States. We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: WASH Volunteer

Location: Maiduguri, Borno

Employment Type: Volunteer Duration: Six (6) months with the possibility of extension

Reports to: WASH Officer About Save the Slum Initiative Save the Slum Initiative (STSI) is a registered Nigerian non-profit organization (CAC/IT/139240) committed to transforming lives and building resilient communities through evidence-based interventions and sustainable development practices. Based in Maiduguri, Borno State, STSI works with vulnerable households in informal settlements, host communities and IDP camps. To strengthen our programmes and operations, STSI is recruiting committed and passionate volunteers who are residents of Borno State for the positions below. Key responsibilities Conduct hygiene promotion and community awareness sessions. Support monitoring of water points, latrines and hygiene facilities. Assist with the distribution of hygiene kits and other WASH items. Help mobilize communities and WASH committees for project activities.

Qualifications

OND/HND/B.Sc. in Public Health, Environmental Health, Water Resources or a related field. General

Requirements

Must be a resident of Borno State. Fluency in English; ability to speak Hausa and/or Kanuri is required for WASH, Protection and Nutrition roles. Basic computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel and email). Willingness to work in communities and IDP camps when required. Good interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to work in a team. Understanding of humanitarian principles is an advantage. Fresh graduates and NYSC members are encouraged to apply. Previous volunteer or field experience is an added advantage. Safeguarding and Equal Opportunity: STSI is committed to safeguarding the people we work with and has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. Selected candidates will be expected to sign and abide by STSI's Code of Conduct and Safeguarding Policy, and reference checks will be carried out. STSI is an equal opportunity organization. Women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. Fraud Notice: STSI does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, training or placement). Anyone requesting payment in STSI's name should be reported to [email protected] What We Offer Hands-on experience in humanitarian and development programming. On-the-job training, mentoring and capacity building. The opportunity to contribute to meaningful change in vulnerable communities.