NRC International NGO WASH Technical Assistant Sanitation Jobs in Tanzania

NRC International NGO WASH Technical Assistant Sanitation Jobs in Tanzania

Role and responsibilities

The purpose of the assistant position is to assist in the day-to-day implementation of the WASH project.

Generic responsibilities

Adhere to NRC policies, tools, handbooks and guidelines

Assist with the implementation of the support function portfolio according to plan of action

Prepare and develop status reports as required by management

Ensure proper filing of documents

Promote and share ideas for improvement of the support function

Specific responsibilities

Supervise and monitor construction of sanitation facilities (household and institutional latrines)

Request latrine construction materials from the warehouse in a timely manner, supervise and monitor distribution of latrines construction materials to the beneficiaries.

Monitor and ensure proper usage of the latrine construction materials, assets and tools.

Monitor proper positioning of the latrines on the site

Facilitate community mobilization for all activities related to the provision of sanitation facilities and hygiene promotion, in close coordination with the NRC shelter team

Facilitate effective implementation of sanitation activities which includes supervision and monitoring of latrine construction, fabrication of slabs and ensuring tasks are completed correctly and on schedule

Conduct latrine coverage assessments and continuous gap identification and analysis.

Take account of gender, protection, HIV, the environment, and other important cross-cutting concerns in program design, implementation, and reporting; carries out activities in a way that reflects the needs of specific groups and individuals e.g. elderly people, minority groups, children, and people with disabilities

Capacity building, supervision and monitoring of refugee incentive workers.

Represent NRC in relevant meetings when called upon.

Take part in general assessments, upon request

Qualifications

Competencies

Competencies are important in order for the employee and the organisation to deliver

desired results. They are relevant for all staff and are divided into the following two categories:

Professional competencies

These are skills, knowledge and experience that are important for effective performance.

Generic professional competencies:

Experience from working as a WASH Assistant or Officer in a humanitarian/recovery context

Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities

Fluency in English, oral and written

Participate in appropriate professional development of project portfolio

At all times in and outside work adhere to NRC Code of Conduct

Context/ Specific skills, knowledge, and experience:

Bachelor degree Environmental Engineering, civil engineering, municipal and industrial service engineering, Water and sanitation engineering or relevant practical experience. Possibly experience in social work and / or humanitarian assistance.

Proficiency in use basic computer software such as MS Project, Excel, Word, Power point, AutoCAD, ArchCAD.

Excellent communication (spoken and written) skills, including the ability to explain and present technical information.

Experience in community mobilization

Knowledge of Kirundi

Political and cultural awareness

Ability to work independently in a result oriented multi-tasking and multi-cultural environment

Sensitivity to the needs and priorities of disadvantaged populations (minority groups etc)

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; NRC International NGO WASH Technical Assistant Sanitation Jobs in Tanzania

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