WASH Deputy Program Manager

Katsina, Katsina State, Nigeria

Full Time

Programmes - WASH

Manager/Supervisor

Company Overview
Action Against Hunger is an international humanitarian organization committed to ending world hunger. For almost 45 years, across countries, we have been working to fight undernutrition and support communities affected by crisis across the globe.

We carry out innovative, lifesaving programs in Health, Nutrition, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS), Food Security and Livelihoods (FSL), and Social Protection.

Action Against Hunger Nigeria (ACF Nigeria) LTD/GTE began operations in Nigeria in 2010 in response to the high rate of chronic malnutrition in Northern Nigeria, focusing on integrated programming. Action Against Hunger currently implements multi-sectoral humanitarian and development interventions in Northeast and Northwest Nigeria, funded by AFD, EU/ECHO, French Government, GAC, GFFO, SIDA, US Government, and WAM Foundation.

ACF Nigeria is currently looking to fill the role of WASH Deputy Program Manager who will work closely with the Program Manager in implementing integrated Action Against Hunger WASH project activities in compliance with donor regulations.

Position Details
Reporting to: WASH Program Manager
Proposed start date: November 2026
Work location: Katsina, Katsina State

Key Responsibilities:

Objective 1: Contribute to the definition and the implementation of ACF policies, positioning and strategies in the mission

To participate in the definition of the strategy in its area of intervention and in the sectoral strategy at the national level
Support the implementation of projects in accordance with the ACF Charter, the ACF strategic framework, the Policies (WASH and other ACF sectors), positioning papers, the national strategy and other WASH standards and policies.
The proper appropriation of these documents by the teams
To participate and if necessary, lead in the development of the WASH/NFI/Shelter part of the Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan (EPRP) in its area of intervention
Contributes to the definition of the mission’s WASH strategy in cooperation with the WASH PM and WASH Head of Department.
Promote cross-sectoral integration of the WASH sector with other sectors in collaboration with the project Coordinator

Objective 2: Contribute to the identification, definition, formulation of WASH projects

Ensure the conduct of need/feasibility assessments and related reports. These reports must be written and transmitted to WASH PM.
Identifying and reporting on humanitarian WASH needs in its area of operation.
Contribute to the writing of WASH related parts of proposals where necessary.

Objective 3: Support projects implementation, monitoring and reporting

Support in the monitoring, supervision and quality assurance of all soft and hardware activities in the WASH Department.
Ensure the team under your supervision possesses printed copies of all project contractual documents and ensures that they are aware of these contractual requirements.
Support to ensure that agreed technical guidelines and specifications for the implementation of all WASH projects are followed during project execution. This includes the infrastructure, hygiene promotion, emergency response and NFI/Shelter interventions.
Contribute to the development of work plans for the implementation of all project activities
Support the PM to track the implementation of project activities using ACF tools – Activity Progress Report (APR), Budget follow-up and Training Reports.
Contributes to the Development of Monthly Situation Report (Sitrep), Activity Progress Report (APR) and Technical Monthly Report (TMR).
Support to ensure that Donors and ACF visibility are conspicuous on working sites of all WASH projects.
Support to ensure strict adherence to safety measures/rules for both ACF teams (including daily hired) and the population/public.
Support to ensure transparency and accountability measures vis-à-vis the project beneficiaries, by making them participate throughout the project cycle.

Objective 4: To support local ACF representation and coordination with other stakeholders within the intervention area

Support the Coordination of ACF’s action with other stakeholders working in the intervention area.
Support capacity building of ACF WASH partners in the area of intervention and the community.
Where relevant, support the PM to promote partnerships with local NGOs, including capacity building, at district/provincial/regional level.

Objective 5: Contribute to evaluation (internal and external) of project’s effect/impact.

Contributes to the definition of external evaluations (opportunities, ToR,), supports external evaluators (during their mission), and supports the implementation of recommendations coming out from external evaluations.
Support and Supervise execution of surveys in the program.

Objective 6: Contribute to the mission’s capitalization and to ACF communication

Ensures the compilation on a soft drive of all essential documents related to WASH projects
Ensures a compilation on a soft drive of all relevant pictures of WASH projects.
Contributes to the set up and populating of the ACF WASH database in the mission

Position Requirements:

Degree/HND in Civil, Building Engineering/Technology, Geology, or Construction technology with minimum 3 years of work and management experiences.
Applied skills on Water, Sanitation and Hygiene projects management,
Interpersonal skills (team management, communication, reporting, autonomy, pedagogy, planning and organizational skills.
Knowledge of humanitarian principles, Sphere Standards and other international humanitarian WASH guidelines
Skills on related WASH design software likes GIS, AutoCad, borehole pumping and networking design applications, EPANET, etc
Experience in the International Non-Governmental Organization (INGO) and Humanitarian context
Ability to work with little or no supervision and attention to details.

At Action Against Hunger, we foster a work culture that champions diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to creating an environment where every employee feels valued, respected and empowered to thrive

Application Deadline:
Monday, 9^th November, 2026 at 05:00 pm (Nigerian Time)

Important Notice:
Action Against Hunger does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process – this includes application, interview, or processing fees.

Our Commitment:
We are dedicated to preventing all forms of unwanted behavior in the workplace, including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity, and financial misconduct. We are equally committed to safeguarding the welfare of children, young people and adults. We prioritize hiring individuals who embody and uphold our core values.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
Action Against Hunger is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or genetic information.
Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Recruitment Process:
All shortlisted candidates will undergo thorough reference and background checks, and are expected to adhere to organizational standards and principles.

Employee Benefits Include (but are not limited to):

100% health care coverage
Free and direct access to Talent Soft e-learning platform
Maternity or Paternity leave
Compassionate leave for a hospitalized child
Creche facilities for babies

Application Instructions:
All applicants MUST answer every question in the application form. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Apply for this position

Required*

First Name*

Last Name*

Email Address*

Phone*

Address*

Resume*

We've received your resume. Click here to update it.

Attach resume or Paste resume

Attach resume as .pdf, .doc, .docx, .odt, .txt, or .rtf (limit 5MB) or Paste resume

Paste your resume here or Attach resume file

Cover Letter*

Gender*

State your highest level of qualification*

Educational Qualifications (e.g BSc Economics, MSc Business Management)
Name of University (e.g University of Abuja)*

State your Current Position/Employer/Duration (e.g Pharmacy Supervisor/Action Against Hunger/Feb 2021 to Feb 2022)

Provide Summary of your Work Responsibilities (not more than 300 words)
Example:

1. Maintain an organized and clean pharmacy in the warehouse: the drugs must be properly stored and organised in a hygienic and clear way according to Action Against Hunger’s rules of the classification of drugs, allowing easy access to the information (type of drugs, expiry date);

2. Organize weekly environmental cleaning in the pharmacy warehouse and environs.*

State your Previous Working Experience 1

Previous Position/Employer/Duration (e.g Pharmacy Supervisor/Action Against Hunger/Feb 2021 to Feb 2022)
Provide Summary of your Work Responsibilities (not more than 300 words)
Example:

1. Maintain an organized and clean pharmacy in the warehouse: the drugs must be properly stored and organised in a hygienic and clear way according to Action Against Hunger’s rules of the classification of drugs, allowing easy access to the information (type of drugs, expiry date);

2. Organize weekly environmental cleaning in the pharmacy warehouse and environs.*

State your Previous Working Experience 2

Previous Position/Employer/Duration (e.g Pharmacy Supervisor/Action Against Hunger/Feb 2021 to Feb 2022)
Provide Summary of your Work Responsibilities (not more than 300 words)
Example:

1. Maintain an organized and clean pharmacy in the warehouse: the drugs must be properly stored and organised in a hygienic and clear way according to Action Against Hunger’s rules of the classification of drugs, allowing easy access to the information (type of drugs, expiry date);

2. Organize weekly environmental cleaning in the pharmacy warehouse and environs.*

Have you completed your National Youth Service Corps or do you have the certificate of exemption from NYSC?*

How many years of experience do you have in related field?*

Please upload copies of credentials (Valid ID Card, Degree Certificates, NYSC Certificate) in a single PDF file*

Do you have any relatives that currently work for Action Against Hunger? Yes or No
If Yes, please provide their names, position, work location, and type of relationship*

Are you a current or past employee of Action Against Hunger? Yes or No
If Yes please provide your employee ID*

Have you ever been charged with sexual exploitation, sexual abuse or sexual harassment offence?
No
Yes
If yes, please provide details: ………………..*

Human Check*

Submit Application

YOU HAVE TALENT AND PASSION. WE HAVE OPPORTUNITIES.TOGETHER WE CAN CHANGE THE WORLD!

WASH Deputy Program Manager

Apply for this position

YOU HAVE TALENT AND PASSION. WE HAVE OPPORTUNITIES.

TOGETHER WE CAN CHANGE THE WORLD!