Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) Intern, London (Paid Internship)

Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) Intern, London, Paid Internship, Minimum 6 months-full time.

The Intern will provide support to Global WASH Advisor. Essential responsibilities and duties will be to: • Undertake research and produce briefing papers as directed by the Global WASH Advisor • Support WASH country teams in the drafting of website articles • Assist in the development of WASH guidelines and tools for assessment, monitoring and evaluation • Draft training tools on relevant WASH topics for various internal audiences • Assist in the establishment of GIS-supported activity mapping in selected countries • Develop and maintain project list including WASH components, and WASH program staff contact list • Organize & maintain WASH resources library and ensure the dissemination of updates to field staff • Establish and maintain WASH equipment inventory • Ensure accurate filing of project documents • Maintain positive working relationships with members of technical units, as well as other departments

Person Specification. Only candidates who fully meet the essential requirements should apply.

Essential requirements: • Relevant degree/ professional qualification or experience in water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) • Good understanding of the linkages between WASH, public health, and development • Demonstrated ability to achieve results in a demanding and fast paced environment • Ability and willingness to handle administrative support • Interest in humanitarian response and development • Knowledge of international/intergovernmental institutions • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently, as well as part of a team • Professional demeanour • Good written and oral communication skills • Good computer skills including the ability to use MS Office

Desirable requirements: • Solid French language skills • Ability to use GIS software • Excellent research skills

Closing date: 15 December 2011. Due to the urgent nature of this position, applications will be reviewed as and when received prior to the closing date.

Start date: ASAP

Right to work in the UK: If selected, candidate will need to show proof that they have the right to work in the UK.

How to apply:

Candidate who fully meets the essential requirements should send C.V and covering letter to: recruitment@internationalmedicalcorps.org.uk or by post to 1st Floor 254-258 Goswell Road, London, EC1V 7EB. For further inquiries ask to speak to Martin Mongalla at +44 (0) 2070173163.