WASH Technical Officer – Mozambique (Pemba)

About the role

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is expanding its WASH response in Mozambique. We are seeking an energetic WASH Technical Officer to lead technical activities, work with local partners, and support the implementation of integrated water, sanitation and hygiene programmes in Pemba.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct assessments, beneficiary selection and site assessments for WASH interventions.
• Provide technical support and capacity‑building to project staff and partners.
• Ensure compliance with NRC policies, WASH strategy, tools, handbooks, guidelines and standards.
• Supervise WASH Technical Assistants and report to the Multi‑Core Competency Coordinator.
• Track financial expenditures related to technical activities.
• Oversee quality control, monitoring and documentation of WASH activities.
• Analyse technical data and provide feedback to NRC representatives.

Required profile

• Experience working in partnership‑based humanitarian WASH programmes.
• Ability to collaborate with local water authorities, NGOs and private‑sector actors.
• Strong supervisory skills and experience managing technical assistants.
• Commitment to NRC’s values of dedication, innovation, inclusion and accountability.

Required skills

What we offer

• A dedicated team and positive work environment.
• Opportunities to contribute to durable solutions, localization and policy impact.
• Engagement with renewable energy and environmental programming.