Training on WASH in Humanitarian Emergencies & Crisis Response
Learn how to design and manage effective WASH responses in humanitarian emergencies, from rapid response to early recovery.
Next intake
20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru
Duration
5 days
Live instruction
Delivery
Physical + Virtual
Cohort based
Level
Intermediate
Working professionals
Certification
NITA reimbursable
For Kenyan cohorts
Language
English
All materials
About this programme
Humanitarian emergencies place immense pressure on water, sanitation, and hygiene systems, making rapid, coordinated, and life-saving WASH interventions critical. This course equips participants with the practical skills, technical standards, and coordination mechanisms required to plan, implement, and manage effective WASH responses in emergencies and protracted crises.
The course covers emergency WASH needs assessment, rapid response planning, emergency water supply, sanitation and hygiene promotion, disease prevention, coordination under the humanitarian cluster system, and transition from emergency response to early recovery. Participants will engage in realistic case studies, simulations, and hands-on exercises aligned with Sphere Standards and humanitarian best practices.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
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Humanitarian WASH officers and engineers
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Emergency response and disaster management teams
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NGO and UN agency field staff
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Government emergency and civil protection officers
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Health, nutrition, and protection practitioners
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Camp coordination and management staff
What you'll walk away with
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
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Understand the role of WASH in humanitarian emergencies
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Conduct rapid WASH needs and risk assessments
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Design and implement emergency WASH interventions
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Apply Sphere and humanitarian coordination standards
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Plan for transition from emergency response to recovery
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Humanitarian WASH Foundations & Emergency Contexts
- Types of humanitarian emergencies and crisis settings
- Role of WASH in saving lives and preventing disease
- Humanitarian principles and coordination architecture
- Sphere WASH standards and key indicators
- Case Study:WASH challenges during a rapid-onset flood emergency
Module 2: Rapid WASH Needs Assessment & Emergency Planning
- Rapid WASH assessment tools and methodologies
- Identifying priority risks and vulnerable groups
- Emergency response planning and coordination
- Integrating WASH with health, nutrition, and protection
- Practical Exercise:Conducting a rapid WASH needs assessment
Module 3: Emergency Water Supply, Sanitation & Hygiene Interventions
- Emergency water supply options and treatment methods
- Temporary sanitation solutions and waste management
- Hygiene promotion and disease prevention
- Camp and settlement WASH planning
- Case Study:Restoring water and sanitation services in a displacement camp
Module 4: Protection, Inclusion, Coordination & Accountability
- Gender-sensitive and inclusive WASH programming
- Protection risks and safeguarding measures
- WASH cluster coordination and information management
- Accountability to affected populations (AAP)
- Case Study:Designing safe and inclusive sanitation facilities
Module 5: Monitoring, Preparedness & Transition to Recovery
- Monitoring emergency WASH performance and quality
- Emergency preparedness and contingency planning
- Disaster risk reduction and climate considerations
- Transition from emergency response to early recovery
- Capstone Activity:Developing an emergency WASH response and preparedness plan
Where the change lands
Personal Impact
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Stronger emergency response and coordination skills
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Improved confidence in rapid WASH decision-making
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Enhanced understanding of humanitarian standards
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Better preparedness for field deployment
Organizational Impact
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Faster, safer, and more effective WASH responses
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Improved compliance with humanitarian standards
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Reduced public health risks during emergencies
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Stronger coordination and accountability
Dates and locations
Upcoming intakes
Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.
| City | Starts | Ends | Delivery | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
NakuruNext | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kigali | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Accra | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kisumu | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Johannesburg | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Dakar | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
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20 Jul → 24 Jul·In-Person
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20 Jul → 24 Jul·In-Person
Book this intake - Accra
20 Jul → 24 Jul·In-Person
Book this intake - Kisumu
27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
Book this intake - Johannesburg
27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
Book this intake - Dakar
27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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