WASH Assistant Officer at Ekklesiyar Yan'uwa a Nigeria (EYN PROJECT)

ROLE

The WASH Assistant officer will be responsible in assisting the WASH Officer for the supervision of all WASH-related constructions and rehabilitation. With the directives of WASH Officer He/She will provide technical support to the team and will be responsible for supervising vendors to ensure all rehabilitation works are done according to the agreed WASH standard

 RESPONSIBILITIES:

The WASH Assistant Officer will have the following duties and responsibilities:

• Supervises the activities of hygiene Promoters within the community to reduce WASH-related risks
• Monitor data Collect and record on hygiene promotion activities and share them with the WASH technical officer for analysis
• Conduct Training and refreshers for hygiene promoters and other down liners on hygiene and sanitation best practices.
• Participate in WASH coordination meetings and other related field meetings.
• Provide Technical support and on-the-job coaching for hygiene promoters.
• Liaise with the MEAL team to conduct needs assessments, baseline surveys and other assessments
• Be the link between the community leaders and the organization, identifying key hygiene challenges to be addressed.
• Support hygiene promoters in community-based solid waste management initiatives.
• Supervise the mobilization and sensitization of Project participants and community stakeholders by the hygiene promoters in carrying out communal activities.
• Ensure timely completion of project activities according to the weekly and monthly work plan.
• Support Hygiene and MHM Kits distribution and sensitize beneficiaries on the proper use of the hygiene items
• Write weekly/monthly reports and share them with the WASH officer
• Ensure activities are carried out accordingly with Work plan by the hygiene promoters without procrastination.
• Work closely with the WASH officer to develop WASH proposals for implementation
• Perform other duties as may be assigned from time to time by supervisor

CORE BEHAVIOURS

Understanding humanitarian contexts and application of humanitarian principles:

• Ensure that program goals and activities uphold the principles of the key national and international humanitarian frameworks, codes, and commitments
• Integrate beneficiary accountability principles into the approach

Achieving results effectively:

• Ensure efficient and transparent use of resources following internal controls
• Address difficult situations and make tough decisions confidently and calmly
• Consider the wider impact of decisions to be made in the short and long term.
• Continuously provides feedback and updates to achieve improved results
• Document lessons learned and apply them to future projects

Maintaining and developing collaborative relationships:

• Actively listen to different perspectives and experiences of stakeholders
• Actively participate in networks to access and contribute to good practice
• Establish and maintain clear communication and dialogue with disaster and conflict-affected people and other stakeholders

Operating safely and securely:

• Identify and communicate risks and threats and minimize these for oneself and the agency
• Take measures to do no harm and to minimize risks for partners and the communities
• Reduce vulnerability by complying with safety and security protocols set by the organization.

Managing yourself in a pressured and changing environment:

• Help team members practice stress management through prioritization of workloads and modeling of appropriate self-care
• Remain effective and retain perspective in the face of difficult or demanding situations
• Demonstrate personal integrity by using one’s position responsibly and fairly
• Maintain ethical and professional behavior following relevant codes of conduct
• Plan, prioritize, and perform tasks well under pressure
• Take responsibility for your work and the impact of your actions

Leadership: Action; Thinking; Self; Inspiring; Developing Others:

• Demonstrate managerial courage by confronting difficult situations seeking resolution, and stating willingness to champion ideas
• Demonstrate approachability and trust by listening carefully to others valuing their contribution, and making others feel comfortable by being open and honest about their thoughts and feelings
• Demonstrate self-development and management by taking responsibility for own development, and actively seeking out feedback to better understand their strengths and weaknesses.
• Effectively influence others by understanding their interests and showing how they will be met by their own preferred solution
• Give constructive feedback to enhance capabilities and responsibilities to another for his/her development

QUALIFICATION:

• Bachelors/HND in Statistics, Economics, or any related field from a certified tertiary institution with at least 2 (two) years of proven experience in Monitoring and Evaluation which includes database development and management, remote monitoring, assessments, and situation analysis in emergency settings.
• Proven experience working in an office environment.
• Listening skills
• Excellent knowledge of the Nigerian Humanitarian and development context
• Excellent reporting skills
• Excellent communication, diplomatic, and writing skills
• Proficient in relevant computer applications 
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills (at ease with figures and data)

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• The ability to multitask.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Effective communication skills in English and Hausa