WASH Coordinator at Solidarites International

Description of the Position

Strategic Orientation:

• Propose and develop a sector-based strategy in accordance with SI’s policies and priorities for the intervention country.
• Propose and organize diagnostic missions in the field of WASH.
• Support the Head of Mission in the monitoring and analysis of the WASH sector and the analysis of donors’
• strategies for WASH activities
• Be the driving force for putting new WASH activities into place.
• Participate actively in programming work
• Participate actively in the week for technical coordinators

Mission / Objectives

• The WASH coordinator, as technical advisor of the mission, contributes to the development of Solidarités International strategy by proposing a sector-based strategy in the field of WASH.
• He/she specifically guarantees the quality and suitability of proposed technical approaches and ensures the appropriateness of WASH activities and general SI objectives to the needs of the local populations.
• He/she coordinates the project cycle and more particularly the operational monitoring of WASH programs implemented in the intervention country.
• He/she contributes to the process of capitalization and the improvement of Solidarités International methods and techniques in the field of WASH.

Relevance and Quality of Projects:

• Confirm the relevance of any assessments carried out
• Propose and organize evaluation missions
• Support the program supervisor(s) in setting up a technical approach and assessing the financial, human, and logistical elements of programs to be implemented.
• Approve the technical approaches and aspects of projects for WASH activities
• Ensure that all WASH programs are implemented respecting Solidarités International annual operational strategy, technical requirements, and the criteria stipulated by financial backers.
• Ensure the relevance and consistency of WASH programs vis-à-vis the needs of the local populations.
• Ensure that the programs under his/her supervision achieve the required results
• Ensure that work meets sustainability requirements and that established norms and standards are respected
• Develop the WASH team capacities with techniques and new methodologies

Coordination, Technical Support and Operational Monitoring:

• Ensure that resources from the Tool Box are used correctly in the management of the WASH project cycle.
• Ensure that the planning and monitoring timetable is consolidated / validated
• Approve the quality criteria and performance indicators of WASH programs proposed by the program managers.
• Ensure that monitoring indicators are in place and relevant
• With the coordination team, take part in the monthly review of programs (budgetary, operational, logistical…)
• Provide support and advice to the logistical service for the purchase of specific materials for WASH activity
• Provide a technical and methodological support to program managers for the planning and implementation of WASH activities
• Supervise and support the WASH program managers, monitor and evaluate WASH activities implemented
• Anticipate difficulties relating to how activities are carried out and facilitate the resolution of problems linked to WASH programs
• Propose the reorientation of WASH activities according to changing context and indicators

Capitalization:

• Ensure that Solidarités International’s capitalization tools are correctly used and disseminated throughout HQ (technical unit and desks)
• Participate in the centralization and dissemination of procedures, guides and tools linked to WASH activities
• Propose improvements to existing tools
• Form a network of WASH experts, develop technical partnerships with other actors in this sector of the intervention zone and regularly keep the technical unit informed of this
• In coordination with the technical unit, capitalize on the intervention methods and techniques, and on the experiences acquired by Solidarités International and other actors in this activity field
• Ensure that handover reports are written by all program managers before the end of their contract and that these are sent to headquarters

Personnel Management:

• In conjunction with HQ HR, define the prerequisites for WASH position openings and adapt existing criteria if necessary.
• Welcome and brief expatriates working on WASH programs · Identify training requirements within the WASH team and the resources available in the work area
• Implement technical training in line with operational needs identified by training requirements
• Lead workshops, coordination meetings and/or technical exchange programs
• Evaluate and assess the performance of collaborators under his/her direct supervision
• Actively participate in the organization of regional technical weeks and compiling reports of these work sessions
• Supervise adherence to security regulations by personnel under his/her supervision

Reporting / Communication / Representation:

• Support the HoM with fundraising and the negotiation and examination of project proposals relating to his/her activity
• Convey information to the relevant authorities on security matters or any event having a possible consequence on Solidarités International activities and the security of the teams.
• Consolidate WASH activity reports and supervise the preparation annexes linked to WASH activities for reports and/or financial donors
• Ensure that all reports are delivered on time and in the correct format · Validate technical expertise reports
• In conjunction with the HoM, establish and maintain a communication network and good relations with local/government authorities, financial donor representatives, UN agencies and other international agencies
• Ensure that SI is represented at all meetings or forums concerning WASH activities
• Represent the organization when asked and/or delegated to do so
• Reply to headquarter requests regarding specific.

Profile Forsaken

• Candidates should possess a Bsc. Civil Engineering, WASH / Water Engineering, Public Health Engineering; Public Health, Environmental Health. Alternatitively, HND in these disciplines with 5 years spectacular job experience in a busy humanitarian environment.
• Experience: Candidate must possess 1-2 years as WASH Coordinator; or 2-3 years as Deputy WASH Coordinator, or 3 -5 years as WASH Program Manager overseeing many projects and staffing.. Previous experience with Solidarités International is highly desirable.
• Languages: Strong communication skills are essential, with fluency in English mandatory. Knowledge of the local languages spoken in the Northern part of Nigeria is an asset
• Personal Qualities: Candidate should have Critical and innovative thinking, Intrapersonal & interpersonal skills, ability to train and mentor others, Experience working with government counterparts and other partners at various levels - national to country; these includes technical support, capacity-building and coordination.
• Technical Skills: Hands on skills in Scheme and engineering Design, and grasp of Technical drawing of community managed water supply and sanitation infrastructures. A good command of Behaviour Change based Hygiene promotion , Rapid Response Mechansim to emergencies. High conceptual skills in Project development and review including excellent grasp of Project Cycle Management; project conception, assessment and funding proposal pack drafting and review.
• Computer Skills: The candidate should demonstrate solid proficiency in MS Office applications—particularly Word, PowerPoint, and advanced Excel. He/She should demonstrate Proficiency in the application and integration of technology to enhance WASH and Shelter programmes (Data Collection and Analysis, Monitoring and Evaluation, Management, etc).

What We Offer

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