Optimizing the Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) workforce

Highlights

This publication addresses a critical evidence gap in WASH employment by offering a comprehensive assessment of the workforce across the WASH service life cycle, from planning, construction, and operation and maintenance. It presents an integrated analysis of drinking water and sanitation employment, aligning national service targets for 2029 with human resource needs and Indonesia’s long-term development vision. To support the delivery of safely managed, climate-resilient WASH services, the publication outlines the need for a robust and forward-looking workforce development strategy.