Papua New Guinea: WCS Is Hiring a WASH Consultant for the WISH+ Project
As part of the WISH+ project funded by the Kiwa Initiative, WCS Papua New Guinea is seeking a consultant specialising in water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH). The position is based in Manus, Papua New Guinea.
Supporting Nature-based Solutions for Climate Resilience
The WISH+ project (Watershed Interventions for Systems Health Plus) aims to strengthen the resilience of island ecosystems and communities in the Pacific to the impacts of climate change. It promotes Nature-based Solutions (NbS) to restore watersheds, improve public health, and ensure sustainable access to safe water.
In this context, WCS Papua New Guinea is recruiting a WASH consultant to support the design and implementation of gender-sensitive, integrated water and sanitation strategies tailored to the needs of communities on Manus Island.
A Mission with Strong Local Impact
The consultant will work closely with communities, local authorities, and project partners to:
- Assess water and sanitation needs in targeted villages;
- Develop community-based WASH action plans that integrate sustainability, inclusion, and resilience;
- Contribute to coordination and alignment with long-term local development frameworks.
This assignment is part of a broader approach to integrated watershed management, linking environmental, health, and social priorities.
Key Details
- Location: Manus, Papua New Guinea
- Deadline to apply: June 18, 2025
- Contract type: Consultancy
- Read the full announcement and apply here: Job Vacancies - WASH Consultant - Manus, PNG
