Project    OICA Phase 2 (Improving children’s access to education through trengthened education, water and sanitation, and child protection ervices in the East Region of Cameroon)
Duty Station    atouri, East Region, Cameroon.
Coverage Area    Batouri and Ngoura Subdivisions (Kadey Division)
Under the supervision    ssistant Program manager
Contract type    Fixed term contract (CDD)
Contract duration    I year (renewable based on performance evaluations and vailability of funds)
About Good Neighbors:     
Good Neighbors is an international humanitarian and development Organization founded in Seoul in 1991 with a presence in 51 countries worldwide including Cameroon. We are dedicated to safeguarding children’s wellbeing and promoting community led solutions for lasting impact in child protection. Guided by the principles of child rights protection, we tackle complex issues through a holistic approach in sectors like Education, Water and Sanitation Hygiene, Health, Food Security, Livelihoods and Environment, aligning with our global mission to make the world a better place where children thrive and communities flourish. In Cameroon, we work with different international partners such as the United Nations, Bilateral Donors and INGOs to seek sustainable solutions to development and humanitarian challenges.
1.    Project context
The KOICA Phase Il project, funded by the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) and implemented in partnership with UNICEF and other stakeholders, aims to strengthen local systems and governance structures to improve access to essential services for vulnerable populations.
The project focuses on enhancing education, child protection, WASH, and social services in the East Region of Cameroon, particularly in Lom and Djerem and Kadey Divisions.

Within the framework of this partnership with UNICEF, Good Neighbors Cameroon (GNCMR) seeks to recruit a qualified and motivated professional for the position of WASH Officer.
2.    Purpose of the role
The purpose of this position is to lead the field-level execution of the WASH component of the project. The WASH Officer will ensure that children find families have sustainable access to safe drinking water, dignified sanitation, and life-saving hygiene practices. The incumbent will be responsible for transforming the technical components of the UNICEF proposal into tangible field results, ensuring that all interventions are climate-resilient, gender-sensitive, and strictly compliant with both UNICEF standards and Good Neighbors’ « community-first » approach.
3.    Key Responsibilities:
     Support the implementation of the project which aims to provide children, especially those living in disadvantaged areas, with access to quality water, a healthy environment and sustainable sanitation.
     Oversee the rehabilitation of manual pump oreholes under the direct supervision of the Water and Energy Delegation to ensure access to quality water for children in disadvantaged areas
  Support municipalities in strengthening their water service management mechanisms   Establish and/or train community-based YASH Committees at the municipal and community level to ensure the long-term maintenance and sustainability of facilities.
     Lead the distribution of menstrual hygiene kits and conduct practical community-based training on the use, maintenance, and local fabrication ofhandmade reusable pads.
     Lead community-led behavior change initiatives to reduce waterborne diseases by facilitating training and sensitization campaigns on hygiene and sanitation, handwashing, for target communities

    The WASH Officer will lead the implementation of Community-Led Total Sanitation (CLTS) methodologies, facilitating community triggering sessions to eliminate open defecation and supporting households to move up the sanitation ladder through local innovation and behavior change.
     Conduct regular field visits to monitor the quality of works and verify compliance with national technical standards
     Conduct regular field assessments to verify that construction meets engineering standards and that sensitization campaigns are resulting in measurable habit changes
     Represent Good Neighbors Cameroon in meetings and coordinate closely with local government technical services (Delegations of Water and Energy, Health, and Basic Education).
4.    Required Oualifications
     A Master’s Degree in Rural Engineeripg, Sanitary/Environmental Engineering, Hydrogeology, or related technical field.
  At least 5 years ofprofessional experience in implementing WASH projects in a humanitarian or development context in Cameroon.
     Proven experience in designing, tendering, and supervising contractors for the construction/rehabilitation of boreholes (solar-powered or manual)

  Strong practical experience in Community-Led Total Sanitation (CLTS), with the ability to personally lead « triggering » sessions that result in measurable behavioral change.
     Ability to coordinate the logistical management of kit distributions and the oversight of training/sensitization modules on the topic
  Ability to design and lead community awareness campaigns on water safety, handwashing, and environmental hygiene using different approaches
  Skilled in evaluating technical bids, verifying the quality of construction/rehabilitation materials and ensuring all works meet National and UNICEF/KOICA standards.
     Experience engaging with local Water Point Committees and Municipal authorities to ensure the long-term maintenance and financial sustainability of water points.
     Fluency in French and working knowledge of English. Knowledge of local language(s) of the duty station is an asset.
     Experience working in a similar context or with similar stakeholders (government, communities, etc.)
  Must be ready and available to travel in places that the project is being implemented.
Required Skills
     Good interpersonal, communication, networking and coordination skills
     Skills in participatory assessment, water hygiene and sanitation related activities
     Good computer skills (Microsoft Words, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet Explorer)
     Positive team player with a great attitude     
     Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
5. 
Candidates should submit the following documents either in English or in French;
1.    A signed motivation letter
2.    A signed Curriculum vitae; including three professional references
3.    Photocopies ofrelevant diploma and certificates;
4.    Photocopy of ID Card;
5.    Proof of relevant professional experience (attestations or certificates).
HOW TO APPLY ? 
N.B; The application should be addressed to the Country Director of Good Neighbors Cameroon and submitted by email to the unique address;
[email protected] with the title of the post you are applying for in the subject line; 
Deadline for the submission is the 10th April, 2026
Safeguarding and Ethical Standards
Good Neighbors Cameroon maintains a zero-tolerance policy against:
 
     Fraud     
     Sexual exploitation and abuse
     Sexual harassment
     Abuse of authority
     Discrimination     
All staff must adhere to Good Neighbors safeguarding and ethical standards.
Good Neighbors does not request any payment at any stage of the recruitment process.
Equal Opportunity
Good Neighbors Cameroon is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants regardless of race, religion, gender, nationality, disability or any other protected status.
Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage ofthe selection process.
 DAESEONG CHO
Country Director
Good Neighbors Cameroon