Pay and conditions
Salary
COP 6,082,500 per month
Source: UNICEF Careers.
Job Description
UNICEF seeks a national UN Volunteer WASH Specialist in Arauca to lead technical assistance, project delivery and coordination for safe water, sanitation and hygiene. The assignment advances resilient rural, peri-urban and school infrastructure, monitors service quality, strengthens community operators and supports WASH responses in emergencies while integrating protection and climate resilience.
Key Details
Position Details
Experience level
Mid
Minimum experience
2 years
Employment type
Volunteer
Arrangement
Onsite
Minimum education
Postgraduate degree
Contract duration
12 months, with possible extension subject to performance and funds
Job Areas
Language Requirements
Required
Spanish
Preferred
English
Summary of Responsibilities
- Provide technical assistance for WASH infrastructure and policy projects in Arauca
- Lead WASH project cycles from diagnosis through monitoring and evaluation
- Develop resilient water and sanitation infrastructure for rural and school settings
- Supervise implementing partners and contractors
- Lead departmental WASH coordination and monitoring
Role Requirements
- Civil or sanitary engineering or related degree
- Experience designing and implementing sustainable WASH projects
- Spanish
Desired Criteria
- Familiarity with government processes including climate financing and bilateral cooperation
- Experience in climate policy, climate finance and investment planning
Skills
Tools and Technologies
Additional Information
- Home-based retainer role; use of own laptop and software is required
- This is a local position; applicants must be South African nationals or hold a valid residence permit
Source & verification
IGO Jobs sourced this vacancy from UNICEF Careers, on 21 Aug 2026.