WASH Activity Manager at Solidarites International

Job Description

• The WASH Activity Manager, based in Gusau with regular visits to locations like Anka and Talata Mafara, reports to the WASH Program Manager in Gusau.
• He should be willing and able to mobilize and travel instantly to remote and security sensitive locations, working within tight SI security protocols.
• He is Responsible for leading field activity implementation and supervising Team Leaders; he will work in harmony with the program staff.
• The core roles of this position include preparing and planning project assessments and reports, researching and piloting activities, detailed planning of WASH/Shelter activities, designing packages, conducting field inspections, overseeing staff training, and preparing ToRs, MOUs, and contracts in consultation with the PM and WASHCOO

Responsibilities
Diagnostics and project design:

• 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 Monitoring:

• Prepare a thorough plan for activity implementation, guiding Officers and Team Leaders in creating Design packs, and ensure the review of Design packs before submission to the WASH Project Manager and WASH/Inter-Coordination.
• Plan the WASH activity 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 under his/her responsibility are achieved.
• Suggest and implement monitoring indicators for the WASH activity and context.
• Use the SI management and monitoring tools for the activities, results, and context.
• Plan and supervise the implementation of the WASH activity under his/her responsibility.
• Anticipate difficulties in the carrying out of the WASH activity and facilitate problem solving.
• Prepare Procurement line (PLs) 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.

HR Management:

• 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
• Conduct planning and evaluate the performance of the members of his/her team(s)
• 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 under his/her responsibility.
• Write reports and annexes concerning his/her activity 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.
• 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 WASH program manager.
• Represent Solidarités International in meetings or forums concerning the WASH activities within his employment location.
• Represent SI on request and/or delegation.
• Listen to the populations and local participants, reporting any non-technical or safety-related issues that could impact activities or team safety to the Line Manager.
• Write the administrative documents to be signed (MOU, handover…) jointly with governmental authorities, communities or partners.

Requirements

• Studies: Masters / bachelor’s Degree in civil engineering, Water or Sanitation Engineering, Geology or Hydrology.
• Experience: 2 years’ relevant experience in a similar position with other INGO and at least 3 years’ experience in the humanitarian sector and in Deep Borehole drilling and development. Capacity to deal with contractors and ensure timely delivery.
• Project related skills: Good knowledge of the project cycle, projects implementation and project follow-up.
• Language: English is mandatory and one of the local dialects is an added advantage.
• IT: Good knowledge of CAD Software (Auto CAD Archi CAD etc) and should demonstrate solid proficiency in MS Office applications—particularly Word, PowerPoint and advanced Excel.
• Transversal Skills: Interpersonal skills, reliable, honest, accountable, resistance to stress, team player, good prioritization of task, Management skills, Planning skills, flexibility to meet deadlines. Ability to operate safely and effectively in a security sensitive environment like Northwest.

Benefits

•  Salary + transport & housing contribution + 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.