Call for Interest: Consultancy – WASH Engineer – ROSTER

UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential. 

Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone. 

And we never give up. 

For every child, a fair chance 

UNICEF is a United Nations agency that promotes the rights and wellbeing of every child. Together with partners, UNICEF works in 190 countries and territories to translate that commitment into practical action, focusing special effort on reaching the most vulnerable and excluded children, for the benefit of all children, everywhere.

Since 1948, UNICEF has been working with the Philippine government and civil society to promote and protect the rights of Filipino children. UNICEF works on long-term development programmes and supports the government during the onset of emergencies in the following areas: Education; Health; Nutrition; Disaster Risk Reduction; Adolescent Development; Emergency Response; Peacebuilding; Social Policy; Child Protection; and Water, Sanitation & Hygiene.

We also provide supply and logistical support in the above areas.

Purpose of the Activity/Assignment:

UNICEF is looking for licensed engineers who are interested to join a pre-qualified roster to provide technical engineering support for WASH and other construction activities across the country.

Sourcing:

Applications of interested candidates will go through a review process to assess their qualifications and suitability by the programme section to be included in the roster. This roster will be used to engage consultants in humanitarian or development settings, depending on availability.

The roster will be valid for a period of 30 months. Inclusion in the roster does not guarantee immediate engagement nor any future contractual relations with UNICEF. Consultants will be contracted on a need basis, depending on the requirements of specific assignments, as well as the candidate’s availability and suitability. When opportunities arise, detailed terms of reference will be shared with shortlisted candidates.

Task and Responsibilities:

Under the close supervision and guidance of the WASH Specialist, a Terms of reference (TOR) will be prepared and shared with the consultant for the services required.

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

Minimum Qualifications and Experience Required:

• University degree in Civil Engineering or other relevant engineering discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant professional experience in design and/or supervision of WASH infrastructure and/or institutional facility construction/rehabilitation.
• Experience in conducting field visits for technical assessments and stakeholder engagement.
• Proficiency in engineering design and documentation (e.g., AutoCAD or equivalent), BOQ preparation, and MS Office.
• Experience integrating climate risk assessments and applying climate-resilient design standards in WASH and/or infrastructure projects is an asset.
• Familiarity with quality assurance, OHS/ESHS supervision, accessibility/inclusive design, and emergency response settings are an advantage.
• Experience in the design, installation, operation and maintenance of solar water pumps and other similar renewable energy sources for WASH facilities is an asset.
• Previous record and experience of working with UNICEF or UN is a plus.
• Fluency in English and Filipino is required, and any other dialect is an asset.

HOW TO APPLY:

Qualified candidates are requested to complete an online candidate profile in http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/ by 01 June 2026. Only applications sent through the e-recruitment portal under Job Number:  593278 will be considered.

All candidates are requested to submit a cover letter, and the duly filled P 11 form which can be downloaded from our website at http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/P11.doc indicating three (3) professional references with contact details. Please indicate your ability, availability and portfolio of professional work (e.g., links to online gallery/show reel). Applications with incomplete requirements will not be considered.

Only shortlisted consultants will be contacted.

For every Child, you demonstrate…

UNICEF’s values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, and Accountability (CRITA) and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results. View our competency framework at http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/UNICEF_Competencies.pdf

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.

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. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles.

All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. 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.

Remarks:

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

Individuals engaged under a consultancy will not be considered “staff members” under the Staff Regulations and Rules of the United Nations and UNICEF’s policies and procedures, and will not be entitled to benefits provided therein (such as leave entitlements and medical insurance coverage). Their conditions of service will be governed by their contract and the General Conditions of Contracts for the Services of Consultants. Consultants are responsible for determining their tax liabilities and for the payment of any taxes and/or duties, in accordance with local or other applicable laws.