Public Health Engineer (INT5252)

Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.

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The Role

The role will provide technical leadership in researching, developing and implementing innovative WaSH and laundry solutions that reduce and enable redistribution of related household level care work in selected districts. The position will involve applying operational and specialist technical skills and knowledge to support and implement operational plans and projects to deliver superior operational performance. The PHE will also be responsible for facilitating the participatory identification/ mapping of sites for improved water and laundry facilities as well as managing the relationship between Oxfam and Unilever on technical design elements.

What we are looking forA degree in Civil Engineering, Argricultural Engineering or a relevant degree in a related field.3-5 years’ experience in a similar role will be an added advantage.Excellent technical knowledge of emergency preparedness and response (including contingency planning)Experience in WASH emergency and development programs, preferably with a strong focus on rights-based programming and a good understanding of humanitarian and resilience linksSound knowledge and ability to apply NGO/Red Cross Code of Conduct, the People in Aid Code, SPHERE, the Good Enough Guide, Humanitarian Accountability Principles and Oxfam International procedures and other regulatory codesCoordination skillsProject management experienceClean Drivers License

We offer

This role will give you an opportunity to make a difference in urban WASH responses, to act as key contributor to better public health , to work with a group of passionate people that are specialists in their various fields of expertise in WASH, training and development, offers fair pay and competitive benefits package.

Our values and commitment to safeguarding

Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Note: All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks.

How to apply

As part of your online application, please upload your up to date CV and a covering letter explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile. OR