WASH consultant for provision of technical services for planning, implementation and monitoring of UNICEF supported WASH projects, Kigali, Rwanda, Office Based (Travel required) ,Open for Nationals of Rwanda only. Req#594659

Contract Duration- 3 Months

Working arrangement: Office Based

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As part of efforts to scale-up delivery of WASH services, UNICEF is supporting the Government of Rwanda in implementation of several projects aimed at improvement of WASH services in communities, ECDs, schools and healthcare facilities.

In this context, UNICEF plans to engage a national consultant to provide technical support for planning, implementation and monitoring of these projects, in collaboration with the Ministry of Infrastructure, Ministry of Health, Ministry of Education, Rwanda Water and Sanitation Corporation, Rwanda Water Resources Board, Districts and partners.

The specific tasks to be undertaken as part of this assignment by the consultant will, inter alia, include the following:

• Collaborate with government and partners to develop designs, prepare BoQs and implementation plans for WASH infrastructure projects, with due consideration to building the climate resilience.

• Develop climate risk assessment tools and guidelines on climate risk adaptation.

• Review and validate the relevant bills of quantities, and technical specifications.

• Provide technical support and guidance to government and partners on procurement of WASH-related goods and services, in collaboration with UNICEF supply team.

• Undertake field visits to monitor the WASH projects and provide timely feedback to the partners and contractors to ensure timelines, and compliance with quality and safety standards.

• Support capacity building of line government agencies and partners in design and delivery of climate resilient WASH services.

• Participate in coordination, progress review and partnership meetings related to the above referred to projects.

• Coordinate with the government agencies and partners on preparation of monthly progress updates/quarterly progress reports highlighting achievements, challenges and mitigation measures.

• Support review of payments to the contractors and partners. Also provide compliance and accountability reports aligned with Harmonized Approach to Cash Transfers (HACT) standards

If you would like to know more about this consultancy, please review the complete Terms of Reference here:  Terms of Reference TMC0004583.pdf

• English/Kinyarwanda

• University degree in Civil Engineering, Water Engineering, Environmental Engineering or another relevant engineering discipline.
•  Professional registration is an asset.

• •At least five years’ relevant experience in WASH sector, especially in planning, implementation and monitoring of WASH service delivery projects.

• Proven ability to work effectively in cross cultural and multi-cultural settings and teams; and
• Previous experience with UNICEF in similar assignments is highly desirable.

UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values

UNICEF promotes and advocates for the protection of the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything it does and is mandated to support the realization of the rights of every child, including those most disadvantaged, and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, minority, or any other status.

UNICEF encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic backgrounds, and from people with disabilities, including neurodivergence. We offer reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodation, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF. Should you be shortlisted, please get in touch with the recruiter directly to share further details, enabling us to make the necessary arrangements in advance.

UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.

• An up-to-date TMS profile and curriculum vitae (CV)
• Cover letter
• A separate financial proposal (only acceptable in the format of the linked template)  Financial Proposal TMC0004583.xlsx

UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants’ bank account information.

All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

Additional information about working for UNICEF can be found here.

Advertised: 22 Jul 2026 South Africa Standard Time
Applications close: 26 Jul 2026 South Africa Standard Time

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