WASH Officer, P-2 at UNICEF

WASH Officer, P-2 at UNICEF – UNICEF Kenya Job Details

About the Role

The WASH Officer, P-2 at UNICEF plays a critical role in strengthening water, sanitation, and hygiene programs across Kenya. This full-time position bridges the gap between UNICEF’s country office and international partners, ensuring that vulnerable children and families gain access to essential WASH services. Working in UN jobs in Kenya, you will manage data collection, coordinate with government bodies, and drive evidence-based program improvements that directly impact community health outcomes.

Your work as a WASH Officer, P-2 at UNICEF contributes to UNICEF’s core mission of advancing children’s rights and equity. You will combine data analysis with stakeholder coordination to identify program gaps, monitor progress against targets, and document success stories that inform policy decisions. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail in information management, and the ability to work across multiple teams to deliver results.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, validate, and organize water and sanitation data from surveys, field assessments, partner reports, and monitoring visits to maintain accurate program records
• Develop and maintain comprehensive WASH activity databases and dashboards that track grants, village profiles, and implementation progress across all field sites
• Analyze trends, performance gaps, and improvement opportunities within WASH program data to support quarterly reviews and annual planning cycles
• Prepare detailed reports, visualizations, and donor-focused documentation that communicate program achievements and challenges to internal and external stakeholders
• Collaborate with partner organizations, government institutions, and PME teams to ensure timely data collection, quality monitoring, and results-based reporting
• Build technical capacity of program staff in data management systems, reporting procedures, and quality assurance standards
• Document and disseminate project success stories, lessons learned, and best practices to government agencies, development partners, and community networks
• Support KOICA partnership management activities, including liaison coordination between the country office and the Korean development agency

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public health, development studies, water resources management, environmental science, or a related field
• Minimum 3–5 years of professional experience in data management, WASH programming, monitoring and evaluation, or humanitarian coordination roles
• Demonstrated expertise in data analysis tools, database management, spreadsheet applications, and data visualization software
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English; knowledge of local Kenyan languages is an advantage
• Experience working with UN agencies, NGOs, or government health/water sectors in Kenya or similar contexts
• Excellent organizational abilities, attention to detail, and capacity to manage multiple reporting deadlines and stakeholder requirements
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and adapt to dynamic, fast-paced program environments
• Proven commitment to equity, child rights, and community-centered development principles

What You Will Gain

• Direct impact on vulnerable communities by strengthening program delivery and accountability through improved data systems
• Professional development opportunities through exposure to international development frameworks, sector coordination, and evidence-based programming
• Access to UNICEF’s learning networks, training programs, and mentorship from experienced humanitarian professionals
• Competitive compensation package, health insurance benefits, and flexible work arrangements aligned with UN agency standards
• This WASH Officer, P-2 at UNICEF job in Kenya is open to qualified candidates — click Apply below to submit your application.