Wash Assistant At Peace Winds Japan

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Position Overview:
Peace Winds Japan Kenya is seeking a dedicated WASH Assistant to support our sanitation and hygiene initiatives in the Kakuma refugee camps integrated settlement. This role involves collaboration with the WASH team and community leaders to design, implement, and evaluate effective sanitation and hygiene activities aimed at improving community health.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct assessments with hygiene promoters, WASH committees, and community leaders to identify barriers and motivators for promoting key sanitation and hygiene practices.
Develop and implement social and behavioral change strategies to encourage improved sanitation and hygiene behaviors within the community.
Collaborate with partners, including UNHCR and local NGOs, to enhance WASH support and resources in the project area.
Provide technical assistance for the construction and installation of WASH facilities such as latrines, handwashing stations, bathrooms, and refuse pits.
Coordinate with education department partners to promote School Led Total Sanitation (SLTS) and engage school communities in hygiene initiatives.
Lead community awareness sessions on menstrual hygiene management, engaging with local leaders and trusted community members.
Work with sanitation cleaners and market committees to manage waste removal and disposal, ensuring proper management of disposal sites.
Develop sanitation marketing strategies in collaboration with community-based organizations (CBOs) and private sectors.
Any other duty assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications:
At-least 2 years experience in NGO/INGO.
Relevant degree or diploma in Public Health, Environmental Science, or related field.
Experience in WASH programs, community engagement, and capacity building.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse community groups.
Ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders and build productive relationships.
Knowledge of sanitation and hygiene best practices, particularly in refugee settings.

Why Join Us?
By joining Peace Winds Japan Kenya, you will play a vital role in enhancing the health and well-being of vulnerable communities. You will have the opportunity to work in a supportive environment focused on meaningful impact.


Nominal Salary: To be agreed

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