Watsan Assistant at Danish Refugee Council (DRC)

The Position

• The Watsan Assistant primary function is to assist the Watsan Officer to ensure all-round operation of the mechanised and non-mechanised water points operated by DRC in the camp.

General Operations

• Provide preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs to water facility, troubleshooting and repairs to water treatment equipment.
• Collect operating data and record, as well as document all installations, inspections, maintenance and repair work.
• She/he will assist in Effectively identify problems as they occur and take appropriate steps to solve them, including performing repair or referring more complex issues to supervisor. Participate in preparing monthly/quarterly/annual highlights/ reports and proposals and budgets for donors.
• Mobilization of beneficiary communities to maintain the established/rehabilitated/protected water sources.
• Collaborate with relevant Internal and External technical experts on issues related to WASH.
• Ensure the integration of WASH activities with other DRC sectors.
• Coordinate with WASH and Shelter counterparts in other locations in the implementation of common funded projects.
• Ensure good representation and reputation of WASH and Shelter sector at all levels.
• Actively participate in internal coordination

Key Requirements
Essentials:

• At least 3 years’ experience in the operation and maintenance of water supply systems.
• Sound knowledge of installation and repair of solar systems.
• Sound knowledge of diesel generator sets and electrical systems repair.

Desirables:

• Certificate in electrical or mechanical works
• Fluency in local spoken languages.
• Applicant should be a resident of Bama Town.

Conditions

• Availability: 01-February-2020
• Salary and conditions: In accordance with the Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment;
• The income will be subject to statutory deductions as per applicable Nigeria laws. The employee is responsible for tax returns.

Application Closing Date
26th January, 2020