Jobs

Job Offers at Save The Slum Initiative

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  • Open Jobs
    1. ICT Officer
    2. Gender-Based Violence (GBV) / Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) Officer
    3. WASH Officer / WASH Engineer
  • Method of Application

Job Offers at Save The Slum Initiative

ICT Officer

  • Job Type Full Time
  • Qualification BA/BSc/HND
  • Experience 3 – 5 years
  • Location Lagos
  • Job Field ICT / Computer&nbsp

Position Summary

  • Establish, implement, and maintain ICT systems and procedures for humanitarian operations, ensuring optimal infrastructure performance to support effective service delivery to displacement-affected communities.

Key Responsibilities
Technical Infrastructure (40%):

  • Establish/maintain ICT systems, hardware, software, network infrastructure across offices
  • Manage Microsoft Office 365, SharePoint, cloud storage systems

System Administration (35%):

  • Provide technical support through helpdesk, on-site assistance and managing of organizations social media accounts
  • Configure user accounts, security settings, access permissions
  • Troubleshoot hardware/software issues (desktops, laptops, mobiles)
  • Implement cybersecurity measures, data protection protocols

Field Support (15%):

  • Visit field offices for technical support, new ICT installations
  • Train field staff on ICT systems, software, security procedures
  • Ensure compliance with organizational ICT policies

Documentation & Reporting (10%):

  • Maintain ICT asset records, configurations, service requests
  • Prepare monthly system performance, incident resolution reports
  • Document SOPs, user manuals

Required Qualification 
Education & Experience:

  • Bachelor’s in Computer Science, IT, Computer Engineering, or related field
  • 3-5 years ICT Officer experience in humanitarian/development organizations

Technical Skills:

  • Microsoft Office 365, SharePoint, Access proficiency
  • Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Automate, BI) knowledge
  • ERP systems (Unit 4 Agresso), Excel VBA/Macro experience
  • Cisco cloud network infrastructure understanding

Personal Competencies:

  • English fluency (Hausa/other Nigerian languages preferred)
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal abilities

Working Condition & Benefits
Field Requirements:

  • Office-based with 30% field visits to remote locations
  • Occasional challenging environment work, limited infrastructure
  • Outside normal hours work for system maintenance
  • Valid driver’s license, independent travel ability

Partnerships & Coordination:

  • Internal coordination with all program departments
  • External partnerships with vendors, service providers, government agencies
  • Emergency response team support during crisis situations.

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Method of Application

Position Summary

  • Plan, implement, and monitor WASH interventions for conflict-affected populations in North-East Nigeria, requiring strong technical expertise in infrastructure development, hygiene promotion, and emergency response.

Key Responsibilities
Technical Implementation (40%):

  • Design and implement emergency WASH interventions (water supply, sanitation, hygiene promotion)
  • Conduct technical assessments in IDP camps and host communities
  • Oversee construction/rehabilitation of boreholes, water points, latrines
  • Ensure compliance with Nigerian standards, Sphere standards, donor requirements
  • Supervise water quality testing and treatment processes

Infrastructure Management (25%):

  • Manage borehole drilling per Nigerian Code NCP 027:2010
  • Install/maintain hand pumps, motorized pumps, solar systems
  • Design sanitation facilities and waste management systems
  • Coordinate with contractors for quality assurance
  • Manage WASH supplies procurement

Community Engagement (20%):

  • Implement hygiene promotion targeting key behaviors
  • Train communities/staff on hygiene practices, water treatment
  • Establish Water Management Committees, hygiene networks
  • Conduct education in schools, health facilities, communities
  • Develop IEC materials in local languages (Hausa, Kanuri)

Monitoring & Reporting (15%):

  • Develop monitoring frameworks and data systems
  • Conduct water quality testing using field kits
  • Monitor facility functionality and utilization
  • Prepare technical reports (weekly/monthly)
  • Support surveys and impact assessments

Required Qualification 
Education & Experience:

  • Bachelor’s in Civil/Environmental Engineering, Water Resources, Public Health, or related field
  • 3-5 years WASH experience in humanitarian/development contexts
  • Emergency WASH response and infrastructure development experience
  • Nigeria experience preferred

Technical Skills:

  • Borehole drilling, pump installation, water system design
  • Water testing, treatment methods, and quality control
  • Construction management, contractor supervision
  • Nigerian technical standards knowledge
  • GIS mapping, AutoCAD, project management

Personal Competencies:

  • English fluency (Hausa/Kanuri preferred)
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication, training abilities
  • Physical fitness for field work, remote travel
  • Cultural sensitivity, community engagement skills

Partnerships & Coordination:

  • WASH Sector Working Groups, government agencies (Water Resources Ministry, RUWASSA)
  • Internal teams (Health, Nutrition, Child Protection)
  • Local contractors, suppliers, and community leaders.

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