Jobs at Solidarites International

Goal / Purpose

• Apprentices shall be based at the SI field office in Ngala, Monguno and Gusau and shall learn on the job through hands-on experience in the operation and maintenance of WASH infrastructure in their LGAs of residence.
• The WATSAN officer shall deploy and shuffle the apprentice under their charge to be able to cover 70% of their time on hands on experience through on the job training on operation and maintenance on WASH infrastructure at the LGAs, 20-25% on theoretical learning delivered by the WATSAN officer/WASH TL at LGA level and 5-8% on induction, assessment and reporting. All subsectors shall entail engagement with WASH Management Committees (WMC).
• 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.

Main Tasks
Implementation of Water and Sanitation Activities:
Carpentry Apprenticeship:

Assist in constructing and maintaining wooden structures essential for WAS project infrastructure, including sanitation facilities, water stations, and makeshift shelters

• Assist in measuring, cutting and assembling wood components for WASH infrastructures
• Learn and apply carpentry techniques for sanitation facilities and water stations
• Maintain tools and ensure safety compliance.
• Support carpentry experts in installations and repairs.
• Compile and share a report on completed repairs.

Plumbing Apprenticeship:
Assist in installing and repairing pipelines and accessories, submersible pumps, faucets, and sanitation fixtures:

• Learn troubleshooting techniques for hand pumps
• Learn troubleshooting techniques for leaks and water supply issues.
• Support drainage system maintenance and repairs.
• Ensure compliance with safety and hygiene standards.
• Compile and share a report on completed repairs
• Solar system installation and repair Apprenticeship: The apprentice will assist in solar panel installations, maintenance, and repairs.

Key Responsibilities

• Support solar panel mounting, wiring, and connection to energy systems.
• Learn troubleshooting methods for solar power failures.
• Assist in battery storage maintenance at the base.
• Ensure compliance with electrical safety standards.
• Compile and share a report on completed repairs.

Profile Forsaken

• Studies: Primary school certificate, O’Levels, Diploma, HND, and Recent Graduate.
• Professional experience: 0 – 1 Year
• Languages: Basic English and Fluency in Local Languages.
• Computer skills: None.
• Personal Qualities: reliable, honest, very good organisation, resistance to stress. Demonstrate a keen aptitude and appetite for learning and personal development. Good interpersonal skills (communication)and a team player.

IT Skills:

• Basic IT and business skills training will be integrated into the carpentry cum Masonry, Plumbing and Solar installation training.
• The Apprentice shall work within SI HR Terms and Conditions and communicate and coordinate well with others, displaying a high level of Teamwork.

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Mission / Objectives

• The WATSAN Officer, based in Gusau with regular visits to locations like Anka and Talata Mafara, reports to the WATSAN Team Leader. Staff shall therefore be able and willing to mobilize and travel instantly to remote and security sensitive locations, working within tight SI security protocols. Responsible for leading and supervising contractors and daily workers in the implementation of projects, respecting deadlines and technical specifications, standards and requirements.
• He/she will work in harmony with the other officers (Shelter Officer, Hygiene Promotion Officers).
• The core roles of this position involve conducting field and detailed technical assessments, drafting design packages and tools, supervising contractors and daily workers, preparing weekly activity plans, training workers and mobilizers, raising requisitions, compiling weekly activity reports, and ensuring the archival of project accountability documents.

Responsibilities
Diagnostic and Project Design:

• Participate in logistical and administrative organization, planning, and preparation of job sites under the supervision of the WatSan Team Leader.
• Conduct technical assessments on WASH Facilities.

Implementation and Monitoring:

• Monitor technical activities for compliance with SI standards and SPHERE minimum standards.
• Ensure the construction and/or maintenance of construction work, including workforce recruitment and training.
• Allocate on-site workforce according to team leader's instructions.
• Carry out work according to technical design, guidelines, and estimates.
• Supervise operational teams, contractors, and communities, ensuring optimal resource utilization.
• Organize, plan, and supervise community participation during activity implementation.
• Anticipate and propose solutions for any problems associated with activity management.
• Manage worksite materials supply in collaboration with the logistics department.
• Report on the state of decentralized stock on sites to the project manager and/or team leader.
• Participate in the evaluation of the technical competence of contractors.
• Establish safety and security measures for each activity, ensuring compliance.

Documentation/Reporting/Communication/Representation:

• Prepare technical designs, BOQ, TOR, and other relevant technical documents/narratives for construction or project work.
• Train and recruit daily workers (Carpenter, Mason, Plumber) following S.I. DW recruitment policy.
• Conduct training on operations and maintenance for WASH committees in collaboration with the Hygiene promoter.
• Liaise closely with the hygiene promotion team and relevant stakeholders throughout the planning, design, and implementation stages of WASH technical activities.
• Archive monitoring tools and files in the Solidarités office for accessibility to the team leader and/or project manager.
• Contribute to drafting project progress reports under team leader supervision
• Report to the team leader on activity development, assigned tasks, encountered problems, and beneficiary relations.
• Communicate all information or issues related to the activity, Solidarités programs, or safety concerns.
• Maintain high technical standards in accordance with SI technical specifications
• Perform duties professionally following Solidarites International Nigeria mission staff regulations, S.I mandate, and charter, including the promotion of gender equality and inclusive programming

Profile Forsaken

• Studies: Minimum of BSC/ND in Civil Engineering, Water or Sanitation Engineering, Geology Or Hydrology.
• Experience: 2 years’ relevant experience in a similar position with NGO
• Language: English, Hausa mandatory and one of the local dialects is an added advantage.
• IT: 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.
• Technical Skills: good knowledge of project cycle, project implementation and project follow-up. Experience implementing WASH Infrastructural projects
• Transversal Skills: Candidate should be reliable, honest, and accountable, with the ability to manage stress effectively. A team player with strong technical competence.