WATSAN Officer at Solidarites International

Mission / Objectives

• Under the supervision of the Watsan Team Leader and in functional link with the Wash Activity manager the Watsan Officer will supervise all wash activities in the field, respecting deadlines and technical requirements.
• He/She will comply with the core humanitarian principles of neutrality, impartiality, humanity and independence as well as with the principles and mandate of Solidarités International at all times.

List of Main Tasks
Implementation & Supervision of Water & Sanitation Activities

• Under the supervision of the Watsan Team Leader, take part in logistical and administrative organization and the planning and preparation of activities
• Produce technical files (BoQs, Scope of work, Drawing etc.) according to the identified needs, standards and available resources.
• Ensure the construction and/or the maintenance of construction works using Solidarités International tools (in particular) and according to Solidarités International internal rules:
• Take part in the identification of sites where work is to be carried out
• Carry out technical assessments of identified sites and make recommendations for appropriate tailored interventions
• Train daily workers and other hired skilled labourers
• Allocate tasks and supervise the on-site workforce according to instructions given by the Watsan Team Leader
• Carry out work according to technical guidelines and estimates
• Provide the Watsan Team Leader with requests regarding material, tools or service needs on regular basis according to the needs;
• Produce with the supplier the Quality and Quantity check at the end of each work in order to release payment using SI’s internal tools
• Supervise contractors and engage with communities, and ensure the best use of available resources
• Organize, plan and supervise community participation
• Manage the supply of worksite materials as instructed by the Watsan Team Leader by collaborating with the logistics department
• Report to the Watsan Team Leader / WASH Program Manager on the state of ‘field’ stock on his/her sites.
• Take part to the evaluation of the technical competence of contractors/plumbers
• Establish safety and security measures for each activity and ensure that these rules are respected by the workforce under his/ her supervision and by the population
• Provide training to all relevant beneficiaries (health facility workers, daily labourers, beneficiaries) to ensure the safe and appropriate use of facilities installed.

Reporting/communication /representation:

• Keep his/her monitoring tools and files archived in the Solidarités office, accessible to his/her Watsan Team Leader or WASH Program Manager
• Take part in the drafting of project progress reports under the supervision of the Watsan Team Leader
• Take part in seminars and workshops related to the carrying out of activities and to project objectives when requested by the Watsan Team Leader or WASH Program Manager
• Report to the Watsan Team Leader the progress of the activities he/she oversees according to Solidarités International reporting template
• Report back all information or problems linked to his/her activity, Solidarités programs or safety issues
• Listen to and coordinate with the local population and authorities to identify any needs, complaints, or major events which could affect the activities of Solidarités
• Analyse the humanitarian situation by considering protection issues/Do No Harm to the population
• Take part in lessons learnt workshops and other program evaluation activities
• Represent Solidarités International at local and construction site level when requested by the Watsan Team Leader or the program manager.

Requirements

• Studies: Master's Degree, First Degree (Bachelor) B.Eng or Minimum of ND in Civil Engineering, Water or Sanitation Engineering, Geology or Hydrology.
• Experience: Candidate must possess 1 year of practical work experience in similar role in (NGO, Private or Public sector) Previous experience with Solidarités International is highly desirable.
• Languages: Strong communication skills are essential, with fluency in English mandatory. Proficiency in Hausa, Kanuri or Shuwa is an added advantage.
• Personal Qualities: Candidate should be reliable, honest, and accountable, with the ability to manage stress effectively. A team player with strong technical competence.
• Project related skills: good knowledge of project cycle, project implementation and project follow-up.
• Computer Skills: 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.

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.