Plan International WASH Officer Jobs in Ethiopia
Plan International WASH Officer Jobs in Ethiopia
Job DescriptionPurposePlan International is an independent child rights and humanitarian organisation committed to children living a life free of poverty, violence and injustice.
We actively unite children, communities and other people who share our mission to make positive lasting changes in children’s and young people’s lives.
We support children to gain the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to claim their rights to a fulfilling life, today and in the future.
We place a specific focus on girls and women, who are most often left behind
Dimensions of the Role
Financial measures or statistics relevant to post such as budget; list of direct and indirect reports
The post holder will report to the Jimma Program Area Manager Oromia PA, and technical report line Project Manager/Health Coordinator at the country office.
The post holder will have overall responsibility for the planning, management, operation, coordination and regular monitoring of the project to ensure smooth and fast implementation of the MHM and Hygiene project activities including redesigning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation and the post holder will manage/provide technical support for approximately 3 million Birr of annual budget, and provide budget oversight for field based projects except for individual grant project budgets with own project managers.
The post holder is responsible for project design, Planning, Implementation, Construction Supervision and Contract Administration, monitoring, working with community and local government, and reporting while ensuring quality Project delivery to the overall WASH program and Infrastructure activities.
Facilitate, lead and insure Ethipad project construction projects bid process until contract agreement signing
The post holder will manage Ethipad project and supervises/provide technical support and guidance for field based project coordinator/managers based at the Program area level.
The post holder is responsible to manage program design, implementation and monitoring and evaluation of Ethipad projects and all WASH programs.
She/he ensures smooth teamwork within and across the program area/working team at the country office while enhancing integration among other programs. Key components of the position include operationalization of the WASH program, advocacy and networking, developing and strengthening partnerships, resource mobilisation and team management at Ethipad project.
Responsible for compliance to organizational and statutory policies and laws on People and Culture legality matters and also has responsibility to support in ensuring compliances
Resource mobilization
Develop program funding portfolio through conducting rapid needs assessments, writing concept notes and proposals, undertaking technical feasibility studies, preparation of designs and bills of quantities, preparation of tender documents and generally supporting the development and implementation of Water and Sanitation systems and MHM based on Plans’ corporate procedures to enhance resource mobilization efforts to reach more children and communities.
Monitoring and Evaluation
Monitor project implementation processes, coordinate evaluations, share learning’s and document best practices.
Prepare quality and timely preparation of different monthly, Quarterly semi-annually and annual progress reports including case studies and lessons learnt and preparation & documentation of quality case study on best practice.
Accountabilities
Responsible for the coordination of sanitation and hygiene promotion activities and budget at the ETHIPAD project target districts. She/he will be a budget holder of the project for the program areas
Given that a significant amount of the work is done through coordination and collaboration, a key aspect of the role is promotion, developing and facilitating the achievement of the results through government woreda WASH sectors, WOCA, LSP associations, VSLA and community groups & members.
Facilitate the development of Ethipad work plan based on the project document, in consultation with relevant Plan staff and appropriate woreda stakeholders including WOCA.
Conduct sensitization of the project objectives and results to the woreda concerned government sectors, kebele & community leaders, beneficiaries and other relevant stakeholders.
Carry out the design, detail plan and construction/rehabilitation of MHM rooms in consultation with relevant Plan staff, appropriate Woreda stakeholders and the target school
community.
Preparing Ethipad project tendering documents and closely supervises any project implementation implemented by contractors
Work closely with Country office and program area relevant technical WASH staffs, the project staff particularly with the Ethipad Project Manager, logistic, finance and HR.
Take special responsibility to facilitate participation of women, children and community at every steps of the project design/planning, implementation and monitoring cycle.
Ensure the mainstreaming of youth girls, children and people with disability needs in all the Ethipad services.
Ensure quality and timely reporting and documenting of project activity including preparation of monthly, quarterly, biannually and yearly project progress report and updates of the project status.
Under the support of the Country office and Program Area (PA) produce Biannual and annual reports of the project based on the template which FLNO will share to us.
Ensure quality program delivery at all levels of the project cycle management in line with the child centred community development approach.
Key Relationships
Assist and support communication department in developing communication materials through adopting and contextualizing it and disseminate to identified target audiences, organizations, media, etc., support the department in translating materials into local languages as necessary.
Promote a collaborative, team environment amongst project/program team.
Inform line manager and then to the donor of any issues or proposed resource changes (financial or human) that may require technical assistance or donor approval in a timely fashion.
Oversee outreach activities at program areas to support and raise awareness about the purpose of the project and any related opportunities.
Job Requirements
Technical expertise, skills and knowledge
Educational Qualification and Experience
Bachelor of Degree in environmental health, public health, Water Resources Engineering and related fields from recognized university with at least 4 years relevant experience in Menstrual hygiene management and sanitation development and Hygiene, construction supervision and Contract Administration out of which a minimum of 2 years’ direct experience in menstrual hygiene related WASH response project in an NGO..
Demonstrated experience in key programmatic areas and in the management (feasibility study, design, construction supervision, contract administration etc.) of water supply and sanitation projects and infrastructures and management of MHM related projects.
Experience in CLTSH, community mobilization and organization skill
Experience in preparation of Bill of Quantities and specifications, bid document preparation and evaluation, contract document preparation, negotiation management, as well as supervision and administration of projects.
A commitment to, and understanding of, participatory approaches to development.
Experience in project study, design bid preparation evaluation and construction contract administration is advantageous.
Knowledge
Knowledge of the water, sanitation and hygiene sector.
Construction – including supervision of a wide variety of water-supply projects such as spring, hand dug, shallow well and deep well development and rehabilitation and construction of MHM rooms.
Experience in projects related to production of reusable sanitary pads.
Awareness of environmental health issues with special attention to the needs of women and children.
Experience of managing WASH and MHM programme implementation and working in partnership.
Excellent written, verbal communication skills in English and Amharic and Oromiffa.
Skills Specific to the Post
Interpersonal skills, including the ability to build relationships with colleagues
Understands budgetary processes including planning, monitoring and reporting.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including presentation.
Ability to analyse information, evaluate options and to think and plan strategically
Proficient in computer skills and use of relevant software and other applications
Able to work with minimal supervision
Creates highly motivated team of unified purpose
Competencies
Able to perform under stress, innovative, build relationships, communicate effectively, coach and mentor, facilitate change, develop teams, initiate action, strategic decision making, planning and organizing and a personal commitment to children’s development and protection.
Good organizational and interpersonal skills.
Ability and willingness to travel and work in remote and challenging environment
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; Plan International WASH Officer Jobs in Ethiopia
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