WASH Activity Manager at Solidarites International

Objective / Aim

• The WASH activity manager is in charge of carrying out and accomplishing the objectives as defined in the operation proposals.
• He/she is responsible for the supervision of the operational teams assigned the WASH activity.
• He/she must ensure that the WASH activity are well executed and deliver quality results, where appropriate, proposes adjustments or developments to ensure relevance.

Main Responsibilities
Diagnostics and Project Conception:

• Participate in the preparation and implementation of diagnostics
• Participate in the design and the financial dimension of the human and logistical programs to implement
• Prepare the appendixes and technical chapters (of logical framework) of operation proposals
• Implement the activities in compliance with the annual operational strategy, SOLIDARITES International’s technical requirements and the donors’ criteria
• Participate in the development of the WASH team’s capacity in regard to techniques or new methodologies

Implementation and Operational Follow-up:

• Plan the WASH activity(ies) with the support department (Administration, logistics) according to the set objectives
• Assess the relevance of activities, the effectiveness of interventions, and their appropriateness in light of changing circumstances and the needs of populations
• Propose adjustments to programs if necessary
• Make sure the objectives for the activity(ies) under his/her responsibility are achieved
• Suggest and implement monitoring indicators for the WASH activity(ies) and context
• Use the SI management and monitoring tools for the activities, results and context
• Plan and supervise the implementation of the WASH activity(ies) under his/her responsibility
• Anticipate difficulties in the carrying out of the WASH activity(ies) and facilitate problem solving
• Suggest new …activity… activity directions in accordance with context and indicators
• In cooperation with the administrative department, help draw up budgets for his/her activity(ies), budget follow up and proposal budgets for the program parts
• Prepare Internal Order Forms (IOF) and follow orders using the logistics service
• Report the state of decentralized inventory to the logistics department (“field” inventory)

Capitalization:

• Write the capitalization documents in accordance with SI tools
• Prepare handover reports before the end of his/her employment contract and forward them to concerned parties in the mission and at headquarters
• Ensure diffusion of SI technical documentation

HRM:

• Recruit the national technical staff for his/her activity(ies)
• With the administrative department, define the prerequisites for the WASH vacant positions and, if necessary, adapt the referent job profile.
• Welcome and brief new employees or volunteers working under his responsibility
• Implement training activities in accordance with WASH operational requirements and the identified training needs.
• Serve as intermediary between team leaders
• Manage and support the team under his/her responsibility
• Conduct workshops and regular or ad hoc meetings
• Evaluate the performance of the members of his/her team(s)
• Identify team members’ potential for advancement and communicate this information to the program manager/desk HR Referent
• Make sure his/her team(s) follow the safety rules

Reporting / Communication / Representation:

• Share with the appropriate authority any information on the security context and any event which may have consequences on SI activities and team safety
• Write regular reports concerning the progress of the activity(ies) under his/her responsibility
• Write reports and annexes concerning his/her activity(ies) for donor reports and/or amendment
• Ensure compliance with reporting deadlines and guidelines
• Communicate with team leaders concerning the progress and results of their activity(ies)
• Maintain a local operational communication network and positive relations with the local/governmental authorities, donor representatives, UN and other international agencies in cooperation with the program manager and Program Coordinator
• Represent Solidarités International in meetings or forums concerning the WASH activities within his employment location
• Represent SI on request and/or delegation
• Respond to the requirements of Headquarters concerning specific needs
• Write the administrative documents to be signed (MOU, handover…) jointly with governmental authorities, communities or partners

Profile

• HND / B.Eng in Civil Engineering, Water and Sanitation Engineering, Environmental / Water resources Development or in one of the Civil Engineering discipline of water supply and/or Hydrology, Hydrogeology.
• Experience: 2 years’ relevant experience in Deep borehole drilling and development, Good knowledge of the project cycle, projects implementation and project follow-up.
• Languages: English, Hausa or one of the local dialect is an added advantage.
• IT: Good knowledge of office / CAD software; Auto CAD, Excel, Word, Outlook
• Interpersonal skills, reliable, honest, accountable, resistance to stress, team player, good prioritization of task; Good understanding of north west humanitarian context;
• Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

What We Offer

• Salary + Transport, Leave & housing allowance + social benefits (medical coverage, 24 days of Annual leaves per year, compassionate leaves, public holidays as announced by government, festive bonus, Life insurance - covering death and permanent disability) etc.