Water Analyst Officer at Solidarites International

Mission

• Implement, monitor and report water quality analysis of SI program.
• Ensure the operation and maintenance of SI laboratory.
• Provide full support and training to WASH Staffs involved in analysis activities on the field.
• Insure personal flexibility (emergency phase), involvement and respect.

Main Tasks
Water Quality Analysis:

• Complete analysis of water samples collected as well as provided by the field teams according to procedures defined by the managers,
• Fill the water analysis results sheets and communicate them to the PM assistant of the concerned base and to the MEAL Coordinator,
• Organize and plan the sampling of water from water points of SI programs under the supervision of the MEAL Coordinator.
• Ensure that assigned activities are implemented according to program work plan and methodology validated by the management,
• Develop and manage a standardized water quality database for the mission;
• Support the WASH team to implement training for water analysis on the field,
• Check the quality and quantity of samples delivered by the field,
• Identify problems during implementation and suggest improvements on process, which includes regular visits to field sites to provide technical support to assigned field team and organize training if needed.
• Initiate and implement independent studies on water monitoring as neededOn request, participate in meetings (donor, authorities, NGO forum) and workshops relating to his/her field of activity and write up minutes to the Finance coordinator.

Operation of the Laboratory:

• Secure the materials of water analysis activities on a daily basis,
• Ensure that the materials and tools are stored in appropriate place and manner,
• Ensure the maintenance and the proper operating of all SI material related to water analysis,
• Ensure the material is properly used by field teams and organise training if needed.
• Manage the stock of chemicals & materials under the supervision of his/her direct supervisor and support on anticipating, preparing the order for the new purchase.

Reporting / Communication / Representation:

• Follow SI rules (logistics & administration) in order to arrange and conduct field missions in different SI bases and field of intervention
• Report back to his/her line Manager before, any additional information related to WASH related activities or any event that may affect Solidarités International activities and security.
• Work under the supervision of the WaSH Technical Advisor to ensure that water quality data is successfully integrated into the M&E tools.
• Contribute to the mission’s indicator database following a standard format allowing ready aggregation of data to enhance routine or periodic monitoring reports.
• Ensure close follow up of relevant indicators related to water supply;
• Produce a weekly report to managers regarding activities progress and analysis results according to formats,
• Coordinate with field representatives in accordance with management guidelines.
• Coordinate with support staff (logistic and administration) + all WASH staff involved on the program.
• Have and promote good behavior on the field as a Solidarités International employee.

Profile
Technical Competencies:

• Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in relevant field.
• Proficiency in at least one technical domain i.e. Geology/hydrogeology/hydrology/Civil and/or water resources Engineering.
• Ability to manage a laboratory, lab equipments and reagents, and to deal with a wide range of stakeholders (community leaders, authorities etc.).
• Ability to lead emergency interventions i.e. cholera prevention and control, water quality mapping, database management, water quality analysis and interpretation.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel and Word skills) outlook, Kobo Collect.

Personal Abilities:

• Professional experience: 1 year of experience in officer position (NGO/Private or Public sector) and/or strong operational background.
• Languages: English, and other relevant languages spoken in the area of intervention (Hausa, Kanuri, etc will be a plus)
• Flexible, adaptable, autonomous, honest, good organization, multi-tasking, team player.

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.