WASH & RRM Coordinator at Solidarites International

Mission

• The WASH and RRM 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 and RRM.
• He/she specifically guarantees the quality and suitability of proposed technical approaches and ensures the appropriateness of WASH and RRM 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 and RRM 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 and RRM.

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 and RRM.
• Support the DCD program and the Head of Mission in the monitoring and analysis of the WASH and RRM sector and the analysis of donors’ strategies for WASH and RRM activities
• Be the driving force for putting new WASH activities into place.
• Be the driving force for improve the RRM process into place.
• Participate actively in programming work
• Participate actively in the week for technical coordinators

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 and RRM activities
• Ensure that all WASH and RRM 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 and RRM 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 and emergency 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 and RRM project cycle.
• Ensure that the planning and monitoring timetable is consolidated / validated.
• Approve the quality criteria and performance indicators of WASH and RRM 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 technical and methodological support to program managers for the planning and implementation of WASH and RRM activities.
• Supervise and support the WASH and emergency program managers, monitor and evaluate WASH and RRM activities implemented
• Anticipate difficulties relating to how activities are carried out and facilitate the resolution of problems linked to WASH and RRM programs
• Propose the reorientation of WASH and RRM 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 and RRM activities
• Propose improvements to existing tools
• Form a network of WASH and RRM 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 or emergency position openings and adapt existing criteria if necessary.
• Welcome and brief expatriates working on WASH and/or RRM programs
• Identify training requirements within the WASH and emergency teams 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 and RRM activity reports and supervise the preparation annexes linked to WASH and RRM 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 and RRM activities
• Represent the organization when asked and/or delegated to do so
• Reply to headquarter requests regarding specific needs.

Requirements

• Professional experience: Experience in WASH project management: WASH Engineering and Infrastructure Design, Implementation, and Monitoring + Hygiene Promotion activities(minimum 5 years); Experience in RRM project management (minimum 2 years);
• Education: Bachelor's, Master's or equivalent in statistic, quality control or humanitarian project management
• Languages: Fluency in English compulsory - written & spoken (Hausa – Added Advantage)
• Technical Skills:
  • Technical Quality Assurance
  • Strong management, training and capacity building skills
  • Experience in management of budgets and ability to prepare timely, complete and accurate reports.
• Transversal Skills:
  • Critical and innovative thinking
  • Problem solving and analytical skills with ability to assess challenges and recommend solutions
  • Good knowledge of the humanitarian coordination, WASH and RRM challenges in Nigeria
• Personal qualities: Excellent communication, prioritization and organizational skills; ability to multi-task; Proactive, takes initiatives, flexible, Team player.

What We Offer

• Salary + Transport & housing contribution + Leave 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.