United Purpose Project Support Officer Jobs in Nigeria

United Purpose Project Support Officer Jobs in Nigeria

Main Purpose:

The Project Support Officer will specifically support the non-state partners (sub-grantees) at LGA and community levels to increase access to improved sanitation, hygiene and Menstrual Health and Hygiene (MHH) services, empowering sub-grantees and partners to deliver on the project objectives in the LGA.

The Project Support Officer will contribute to sustainable service delivery in the LGA-wide Community-Led Total Sanitation (CLTS), Market-based Sanitation (MBS), Menstrual Health and Hygiene (MHH) and WASH in Schools (WiNs).

A significant level of effort will be providing direct support at the field level to LGAs and non-state partners (sub-grantees). They will specifically support the non-state implementing partners at the LGA level.

Executing this function will mean extensive travel to field locations and excellent coordination and management based upon the detailed implementation plan and in consultation with the State Project Coordinator and Project Manager.

Responsibilities:

Liaise/coordinate with and between all bodies and institutions involved in activities at the LGA level, particularly LGA WASH departments/units, consortium member organisations, non-state actors and volunteers, to ensure the effective implementation of activities in achieving Project results.

Participate in regular meetings with key stakeholders at the Local Government level, ensuring a common understanding of the programme objectives with reference to the Logical Framework Approach (LFA).

Provide weekly updates and monthly reports as per the approved format summarising the progress made in implementing activities, lessons learnt, and recommendations for improvement, including ad hoc reports and human interest stories that may be needed. In addition, support the update of the results-based framework in-line with Project indicators quarterly with more detailed inputs for preparing annual reports.

As part of the programme team, fully adopt the project cycle management (PCM), including the LFA and a results-based performance management approach.

Assist in building a resource pool of trained personnel in CLTS triggering, hygiene promotion, product sales, appropriate technology support, and monitoring & evaluation.

Support the State Programme Coordinator in reviewing the LGA Level WASH sector plans and budgets and assist in formulating strategies, plans, and budgets to achieve Total Sanitation and the subsequent deployment of resources (funds and people) in the Project LGA.

Provide technical input for the preparation/design of surveys and studies and play an active role in data collection and dissemination of findings under the Project among various LGA stakeholders (to increase their understanding of sector issues and emerging approaches) and thereby facilitate the scale-up of successful approaches to non-targeted LGAs.

Provide regular supportive supervision and monitoring of programme activities in the LGAs of sub-grantees against agreed plans, targets, technical design, and specifications and standards.

Liaise closely with other key stakeholders in the participating LGAs and ensure synergies in the area of development of sector-wide plans, coordination, and scaling up/replication of Market-based Sanitation, Community-Led Total Sanitation (CLTS), WASH interventions, WASH in Schools, Capacity building, Citizen's Voice and Accountability, and M&E.

Provide weekly updates and monthly reports as per the approved format summarising the progress made in implementing activities, lessons learnt, and recommendations for improvement, including ad hoc reports and human interest stories that may be needed. In addition, contribute to updating the log frame and results against Project indicators quarterly with more detailed input for preparing annual reports.

Specific Responsibilities:

Provide feedback to partners and Project team on Project's performance based on data collected and findings

Assist the Project team in building the capacity of LGA WASH departments/units, Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), Toilet Business Enterprises, Sales Agents etc

Assist the Project team in developing human stories for publication

Assist State Project Coordinator in conducting annual and quarterly planning and review processes.

Support the eventual design and dissemination of research studies by providing relevant input

Assist the MERO, State Project Coordinator, and Project Manager in developing quarterly and annual reports

Assist the State Project Coordinator and Project Manager in developing annual and quarterly work plans and budgets for the project

Assist State Project Coordinator in reviewing Project plans as part of the learning and sharing process

Provide strategic support

towards the putting in place and use of the Project M&E Framework and support plans and activities of the Project.

Share learning with the wider UP country Project team

Support partners in improving learning and sharing mechanisms in their Project

Promote a culture of two-way learning in UP more widely

Work collaboratively with the State Project Coordinator and Project team to strengthen integration and cross-learning in the country programme

Show an eagerness to take on any other tasks where appropriate by the line-manager

Minimum Requirements:

Commitment to United Purpose's Vision, Mission and Values

At least a diploma in Public Health, Sanitation Engineering, Rural Development, Social Sciences or field related to WASH

Knowledge and understanding of working with LGAs and community-based organisations

Strong experience and understanding of the Nigerian WASH sector and the state landscape/priorities.

Experience

Demonstrable knowledge and experience in implementing Market-Based Sanitation (MBS) projects. Or other related market-based projects.

Relevant knowledge and experience in Community-Led Total Sanitation (CLTS) programming.

Good experience with implementing Menstrual Health and Hygiene projects in schools and communities.

Good experience and understanding of WASH in Schools (WiNs) interventions.

Two to three years of relevant experience in sanitation projects, funded by international donors, including expertise in technical reporting

Strong experience in report writing.

Proven track record of capacity building/training for stakeholders, including at the community level and for local institutions

Solid knowledge and understanding of community-based approaches to development

Skills

Excellent planning, coordination, and prioritisation skills

Strong facilitation, diplomatic, and interpersonal skills

Good command of the English language and written and verbal fluency.

Good knowledge of the local language of the LGA.

Excellent communication and team-working skills with the ability to build good relations, both internally and externally.

Experience with data collection and management.

Good computer knowledge with command of MS Office

Ability to facilitate training for community-based organisations and government stakeholders

Ability to work in a multicultural, diverse and performance-related environment

A proactive approach to problem-solving

Ability to work independently with minimal direction

Desirable

Gender and intercultural sensitivity

Willing to work additional hours at crucial times

Positive outlook and stand-alone disposition

Adaptable and responsive disposition relative to the demands and development of the Programme.

Languages

Fluent in written and spoken English.

Knowledge of Hausa and/or Yoruba is a plus

Terms and Conditions

Salary and Benefits:

An attractive package dependent on the successful candidate's experience and qualifications.

Duration of contract:

One year with a yearly renewal of contract subject to performance and continued availability of funds.

How to Apply

Send a CV and a cover letter to the following e-mail address: nigeria@united-purpose.org

E-mail title must be the Name of the role you are applying for and preferred location (when applicable)

In the cover letter, please ensure to explain the following:

Why you are applying for the position

How do your skills and experience meet the person's specification

When you would be able to take up the position if it were offered to you

The deadline for applications is 4th December 2022. You are recommended to apply early, as applications will be assessed as they are received. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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