Norwegian Refugee Council WASH Coordinator Jobs in Ethiopia
The Norwegian Refugee Council is seeking an exceptional professional to join the Ethiopia country programme in as Head of Support.
As one of NRCs largest country programmes in the East Africa & Yemen Region, the Head of Support will provide overall leadership to the Ethiopia support operations.
Our ideal candidate has 4+ years of experience in a similar role as Senior Manager; and is looking for role in which they can utilize their highly developed skills in leadership, strategic thinking and problem solving.
Job description
Generic responsibilities:
Line management of WASH project field staff
Adherence to NRC policies, guidance and procedures
Contribute to WASH strategy development, project proposals and provide input on needs and gaps
Manage and implement delegated portfolio of WASH projects (activities, budget and project documentation) as delegated from PM in line with proposals, strategies and donor requirements, and ensure high technical quality
Provide regular progress reports to PM (AM, WASH specialist and PM)
Ensure that projects target beneficiaries most in need of protection, explore and asses new and better ways to assist
Promote and share ideas for improvement and necessary changes in the activities
Ensure capacity building of project staff and transfer key skills
Liaise and collaborate with relevant local authorities and other key stakeholders
Promote the rights of IDPs/returnees in line with the advocacy strategy
Specific responsibilities:
Plan, coordinate and implement NRC both public health and engineering activities (hygiene promotion, Borehole drilling, post drilling constructions, water quality assurance, sanitation, solid waste and vector control) in the Jigjiga WASH projects for IDPs, Refugees as well as in the host community.
Advice on quality control of all WASH activities – travel regularly to all the NRC implementation sites assessing the adherence to the set construction and M&E procedures.
Assess and advise on capacity building needs within the team to ensure effective developments of the quality standards for the WASH activities.
Preparation of reports, guidelines and other strategic documentation.
Preparation and Signing of MoU from respective regional Offices
Attending all Cluster coordination and task force meetings
To lead training and hygiene promotion components to ensure
public health activities are implemented as part of a well-coordinated one-programme approach both in the IDPs/Refugee camps and host community.
To ensure minimum standards of technical quality in all activities and interventions, which are technically appropriate, realistic, in line with project specific objectives and on budget.
Undertake contract management and tendering processes of the diverse contractors related to construction works and Public health promotion.
To support the work of the WASH Officers (PHP and PHEs) in engagement with communities in implementation and mechanisms to increase their level of accountability management of improved resources on completion of the project’s activities
To assess the quality of works, complete and incomplete and make recommendations for improvement or modification as part of an ongoing monitoring mechanism.
As per NRC performance management model, line manages the WASH Officers giving attention to learning and development through frequent training needs assessments (TNAs) and performance reviews.
Qualifications
Generic professional competencies for this position:
At least 5 years’ practical experience with an INGO in appropriate WASH Program preferably in IDPs camps and host community.
Experience in staff management and development and supervisory roles/managerial positions
A first degree in Environmental Health, Public health, Water engineering, Geology from recognized university/college or any other related discipline.
Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts in Somali Region
Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile
Fluency in English, both written and verbal
Proven experience of effective integration of gender in public health programming
Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills.
Context related skills, knowledge and experience (shall be adapted to the specific position):
Knowledge of the context in Somali region
Local language is advantageous
Experience with start-up, exit of projects
We offer
Commencement: ASAP, shortlisting and Interviews will continue as applications are received
Contract period: Three months with possibilities of extension
Salary/benefits: According to NRC’s general directions
Duty station: NRC Ethiopia, Jigjiga and with travel to the fields
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply online by 29th September, 2018
For more information and job application details, see; Norwegian Refugee Council WASH Coordinator Jobs in Ethiopia
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