Job ID
48914
Job Title
WASH Assistant
To work for
Action For Humanity
Country
Syria
City
Lattakia
Field of Work
Engineering - Humanitarian/Disasters
Job Type
Full time
Minimum Education Level
Bachelor/ License Degree
Responsibilities
Main Duties/Responsibilities:
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Water Sampling & Testing
Conduct regular field visits to water sources, distribution points, water trucks, and households to collect water samples.
Perform routine physical and chemical testing of water, including Free Residual Chlorine (FRC), pH, turbidity, and Total Dissolved Solids (TDS).
Conduct microbiological water testing (e.g., Fecal Coliforms / E. coli) where required, using field testing kits (DelAgua or similar).
2. Chlorination Monitoring & Technical Support
Monitor and inspect the chlorination process at water stations and during water trucking activities to ensure proper dosages.
Provide technical guidance to water station operators and water truck drivers on appropriate chlorination techniques and safety procedures.
Immediately report any contamination, low chlorine levels, or critical water quality deviations to the WASH Officer/Assistant.
3. Data Collection & Reporting
Accurately record all water quality testing parameters, locations, and timestamps using designated logbooks or mobile data collection tools (KoBo Toolbox).
Prepare and submit weekly and monthly water quality monitoring reports to the line manager.
Maintain updated inventory records for water testing reagents, chemicals, and laboratory equipment, ensuring timely requests for replenishment.
4. Community Engagement & Hygiene Alignment
Conduct household-level water safety tracking and sensitize beneficiaries on safe water storage and handling practices.
Coordinate closely with the Community Mobilization / Hygiene Promotion team to raise awareness based on water testing findings.
5. Maintenance & Safety
Ensure proper calibration, cleaning, and maintenance of all water testing equipment and kits.
Adhere strictly to safety standards, hazardous material handling guidelines (for chlorine/reagents), and environmental protection measures.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Water Sampling & Testing
Conduct regular field visits to water sources, distribution points, water trucks, and households to collect water samples.
Perform routine physical and chemical testing of water, including Free Residual Chlorine (FRC), pH, turbidity, and Total Dissolved Solids (TDS).
Conduct microbiological water testing (e.g., Fecal Coliforms / E. coli) where required, using field testing kits (DelAgua or similar).
2. Chlorination Monitoring & Technical Support
Monitor and inspect the chlorination process at water stations and during water trucking activities to ensure proper dosages.
Provide technical guidance to water station operators and water truck drivers on appropriate chlorination techniques and safety procedures.
Immediately report any contamination, low chlorine levels, or critical water quality deviations to the WASH Officer/Assistant.
3. Data Collection & Reporting
Accurately record all water quality testing parameters, locations, and timestamps using designated logbooks or mobile data collection tools (KoBo Toolbox).
Prepare and submit weekly and monthly water quality monitoring reports to the line manager.
Maintain updated inventory records for water testing reagents, chemicals, and laboratory equipment, ensuring timely requests for replenishment.
4. Community Engagement & Hygiene Alignment
Conduct household-level water safety tracking and sensitize beneficiaries on safe water storage and handling practices.
Coordinate closely with the Community Mobilization / Hygiene Promotion team to raise awareness based on water testing findings.
5. Maintenance & Safety
Ensure proper calibration, cleaning, and maintenance of all water testing equipment and kits.
Adhere strictly to safety standards, hazardous material handling guidelines (for chlorine/reagents), and environmental protection measures.
Qualifications
Skills:
Languages:
•
Arabic — Fluency (writing, reading, speaking).
•
English — Basic to intermediate understanding (for technical terms and equipment manuals).
Computing:
•
Basic computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel) and familiarity with mobile data collection tools (e.g., KoBo Toolbox).
Abilities:
Analytical Skills: Ability and willingness to travel extensively in rural or rugged field conditions daily.
Communication: Strong reporting, communication, negotiating, facilitating, and presenting skills.
Other: Attention to detail, accuracy in reporting numbers, high commitment to humanitarian principles and safeguarding protocols.
Languages:
•
Arabic — Fluency (writing, reading, speaking).
•
English — Basic to intermediate understanding (for technical terms and equipment manuals).
Computing:
•
Basic computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel) and familiarity with mobile data collection tools (e.g., KoBo Toolbox).
Abilities:
Analytical Skills: Ability and willingness to travel extensively in rural or rugged field conditions daily.
Communication: Strong reporting, communication, negotiating, facilitating, and presenting skills.
Other: Attention to detail, accuracy in reporting numbers, high commitment to humanitarian principles and safeguarding protocols.
Specific Vacancy Requirements
General Work Experience:
Minimum 3 year of work experience in the humanitarian sector, preferably within WASH programming
Minimum 3 year of work experience in the humanitarian sector, preferably within WASH programming
Salary and Benefits
NA
About us
Action for Humanity is an international humanitarian organization committed to delivering life-saving assistance and sustainable support to individuals and communities affected by conflict, displacement, and natural disasters. The organization implements comprehensive programs in emergency relief, healthcare, education, water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH), livelihoods, and child protection. Through its strategic interventions, Action for Humanity seeks to alleviate human suffering, uphold dignity, and foster resilience among vulnerable populations, ensuring that humanitarian principles and accountability guide all aspects of its work.
Required employees number
1
Posted On
Jun 09, 2026
Expiry Date
Jul 09, 2026