Sector Manager - WASH at Action Against Hunger | ACF-International

Location: Monguno, Borno
Job Type: Full Time

Job Summary

• The position is based in Monguno, Borno State and reports directly to the OFDA Project Manager
• The Sector Manager is responsible for monitoring and supporting the successful implementation of WASH projects in Borno State according to the project objectives.

Task and Responsibilities

• Ensure appropriate design, construction and implementation of WASH hardware according to technical standards as well as proper maintenance and use of WASH equipment mostly in health facilities.
• Design, estimate and provide B&Q of the water and sanitation activities to be undertaken in coordination with the officers, report immediately any changes required in design and cost beyond the scope of approved budget.
• Implements, in the framework of projects, the mission’s WASH strategy taking into account the key internal and external documents: Action Against Hunger charter, strategic framework, policies amongst others.
• Ensure that all data and information are updated, well organized and easily accessible including the capitalization of lessons learnt and best practices.
• Analyze and report on the evolving humanitarian needs and provide clear recommendations for interventions.
• Conducts needs assessments.
• Participate in the definition of the WASH strategy for Action Against Hunger as well as identification and design of potential new intervention areas.

Position Requirements​

• Degree in Engineering or Public Health Degree (Bachelors or equivalent/higher).
• Additional training courses specific to WASH in development contexts (such as bioforce Institute graduate), and/or Program Management professional certifications, strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years relevant working experience in a WASH management/supervisory capacity.
• Strong computer literacy, organizational and planning skills, report writing, budget oversight.
• Commitment to upholding Action Against Hunger’s values, excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to be adaptable and flexible.
• Capacity to analyze and resolve problems including taking appropriate action.
• Ability to share information in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to define goals, realistic and specific objectives.
• Capacity to establish priorities in order to achieve expected results.