Jobs at Global Village Healthcare Innitiative for Africa

Reports To: Project Manager

Duration: 3Months 

JOB SUMMARY

The WASH Officer, reporting to the Project manager, will support the planning, implementation, and monitoring of water, sanitation, and hygiene activities in Damboa. The role ensures that WASH projects meet technical standards, are delivered on time, and promote safe water access, improved sanitation, and positive hygiene practices. He/she will supervise field activities, support community engagement, and contribute to reporting, data collection, and capacity-building efforts to ensure sustainable and inclusive WASH interventions

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the WASH Specialist in planning, organizing, and implementing WASH projects in line with organizational and donor requirements.
• Support the preparation of designs, BoQs, and technical specifications for WASH facilities (e.g., water supply system).
• Supervise contractors and community workers to ensure high-quality and timely implementation.
• Support procurement by preparing technical documentation and verifying the quality of materials delivered.
• Oversee installation, operation, and maintenance of water supply systems (hand pumps and solar systems).
• Conduct regular water quality testing and ensure that results comply with WHO or national standards.
• Support the operation and maintenance of safe and appropriate sanitation facilities in communities.
• Facilitate community-led total sanitation (CLTS) or similar participatory sanitation approaches.
• Promote waste management, vector control, and environmental sanitation. Assist in developing and implementing hygiene promotion campaigns focusing on key practices such as handwashing, food hygiene, and menstrual hygiene management.
• Train and supervise community hygiene promoters and volunteers.
• Monitor hygiene behavior changes and adapt interventions based on feedback.
• Prepare regular progress reports for the WASH Specialist and other stakeholders.
• Support post-distribution and post-construction monitoring to ensure sustainability.
• Coordinate with other sectors (Health, Nutrition, Shelter, Education) to ensure an integrated response.
• Represent the organization in local WASH coordination meetings as delegated by the WASH Specialist.
• Support capacity-building initiatives for community WASH committees and local authorities.
• Ensure adherence to Sphere Standards, national WASH guidelines, and organizational policies.
• Integrate gender, protection, and environmental considerations into all WASH activities.
• Ensure that all interventions respect the dignity and rights of beneficiaries.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Environmental Health, Water Resources Management, or related field.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of relevant experience in WASH program implementation, preferably in humanitarian or development contexts.
• Strong technical knowledge of water supply, sanitation design, and hygiene promotion.
• Experience in community mobilization and capacity building.

Essential:

• Computer skills, especially in Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel
• Experience in Electronic Data Collection.
• Previous track record in WASH projects and experience working with INGO/NNGO.
• Experience in planning and managing surveys, developing, and refining data collection tools, and with data quality assessments and oversight.

Desirable:

• Experience using AutoCAD, EPANET, GIS, or other design and mapping software.
• Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with WASH data tools (e.g., Kobo, mWater).
• Familiarity with solar-powered water systems and climate-resilient WASH approaches.
• Awareness of gender, protection, inclusion, and environmental considerations in WASH programming.
• Strong interpersonal, coordination, and leadership skills.
• High integrity, adaptability, and commitment to humanitarian values.
• Ability to work under pressure and in multicultural environments.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Ready to travel to deep field for monitoring project activities.
• Communication skills (English, Hausa and Kanuri is added advantage).

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• EMPATHY AND COMPASSION: Demonstrates a genuine concern for the well-being of vulnerable individuals.
• INTEGRITY: Maintains the highest ethical standards in all professional activities.
• RESILIENCE: Capable of working under challenging conditions and managing stress effectively.
• PROBLEM-SOLVING: Proactive in identifying issues and implementing solutions.

GHIV AFRICA PSEA/GBV, AND CHILD SAFEGUARDING POLICIES:  The successful candidate shall comply and promote the PSEA/GBV, and Child safeguarding Policies at all course and all levels.

GHIV AFRICA HAS ZERO TOLORENCE FOR SEXUAL EXPLOITATION ABUSE AND HARASSMENT (SEAH)

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:

GHIV Africa is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of vulnerable communities in Northeast Nigeria. Your expertise and dedication can help ensure the safety and protection of those in need.

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Project type: RRM UNICEF 

Contract Type: RRM NUTRION for Three months

Reports To: Project Manager

Job Purpose

The Protection Officer will support the Rapid Response Mechanism (RRM) by ensuring timely and effective protection services for vulnerable populations affected by emergencies, including internally displaced persons (IDPs), women, children, and other at-risk groups. The officer will monitor protection risks, provide case management, and ensure compliance with humanitarian protection standards in emergency contexts.

Key Responsibilities

RRM Protection Response

• Support immediate protection interventions for communities affected by emergencies.
• Conduct protection assessments and identify at-risk individuals for urgent assistance.
• Facilitate safe referrals to specialized services, including child protection, GBV support, and legal assistance.

Monitoring and Reporting

• Track protection incidents and trends in RRM areas of operation.
• Maintain accurate protection records, including case files, assessments, and response actions.
• Prepare timely reports for RRM management and donor requirements.

Community Engagement and Awareness

• Conduct protection awareness sessions in communities to inform about rights and available services.
• Support the establishment of community-based protection mechanisms.
• Work closely with local authorities and partners to enhance protection outcomes.

Coordination and Advocacy

• Participate in protection working groups and RRM coordination meetings.
• Advocate for urgent protection needs of affected populations with stakeholders.
• Support capacity building of RRM staff and partners on protection principles and practices.

Qualifications and Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Humanitarian Studies, Psychology, Law, or related field.
• Master’s degree is an advantage.

Experience:

• Minimum 2–3 years in protection, social work, or humanitarian response.
• Experience in emergency or rapid response settings is highly desirable.
• Exposure to child protection, GBV, or community-based protection programming.
• Prior work with NGOs, UN agencies, or humanitarian organizations is preferred.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong understanding of protection principles and humanitarian standards (Sphere, IASC guidelines).
• Knowledge of RRM processes and emergency response coordination is an advantage.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to work independently in challenging and rapidly changing contexts.
• Proficiency in [English / local languages] and MS Office.

Other Requirements:

• Willingness to travel to emergency and field locations at short notice.
• Commitment to ethical standards, confidentiality, and organizational values.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• EMPATHY AND COMPASSION: Demonstrates a genuine concern for the well-being of vulnerable individuals.
• INTEGRITY: Maintains the highest ethical standards in all professional activities.
• RESILIENCE: Capable of working under challenging conditions and managing stress effectively.
• PROBLEM-SOLVING: Proactive in identifying issues and implementing solutions.

GHIV AFRICA PSEA/GBV, AND CHILD SAFEGUARDING POLICIES:  The successful candidate shall comply and promote the PSEA/GBV, and Child safeguarding Policies at all course and all levels.

GHIV AFRICA HAS ZERO TOLORENCE FOR SEXUAL EXPLOITATION ABUSE AND HARASSMENT (SEAH)

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Purpose:

The Project Manager will lead and oversee the Rapid Response Mechanism (RRM) project, ensuring timely and effective delivery of emergency response interventions. The role involves planning, coordinating, monitoring, and evaluating project activities while ensuring compliance with donor requirements and organizational policies.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Planning & Implementation:

• Develop and execute project work plans in line with RRM objectives.
• Ensure timely mobilization of resources for emergency responses.
• Coordinate with field teams and partners to ensure smooth project implementation.

Team Leadership & Management:

• Lead, motivate, and manage project staff, ensuring high performance and accountability.
• Conduct regular team meetings and performance reviews.
• Facilitate capacity building and mentoring for team members.

Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting:

• Develop and maintain monitoring and evaluation frameworks for the project.
• Prepare accurate and timely project reports for management and donors.
• Ensure lessons learned and best practices are documented and shared.

Financial & Administrative Oversight:

• Manage project budgets in line with organizational policies and donor requirements.
• Monitor expenditure and approve financial requests within delegated authority.
• Ensure proper documentation and compliance with financial guidelines.

Stakeholder Engagement & Coordination:

• Represent the organization in coordination meetings with government authorities, UN agencies, and NGOs.
• Strengthen partnerships and collaboration to enhance project outcomes.
• Ensure community engagement and participation in project activities.

Qualifications & Experience:

Essential:

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Social Sciences, Humanitarian Studies, Development Studies, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in project management, preferably in emergency response or humanitarian projects.
• Strong knowledge of RRM, humanitarian principles, and coordination mechanisms.
• Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams in field settings.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven experience in donor reporting, budgeting, and project monitoring.
• Ability to work under pressure in challenging environments.

Desirable:

• Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Experience with large-scale humanitarian programs and multiple donor-funded projects.
• Familiarity with local context and security considerations in project locations.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• High level of integrity and accountability.
• Proficiency in MS Office,Excel,project management software, and data analysis tools.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• EMPATHY AND COMPASSION: Demonstrates a genuine concern for the well-being of vulnerable individuals.
• INTEGRITY: Maintains the highest ethical standards in all professional activities.
• RESILIENCE: Capable of working under challenging conditions and managing stress effectively.
• PROBLEM-SOLVING: Proactive in identifying issues and implementing solutions.

GHIV AFRICA PSEA/GBV, AND CHILD SAFEGUARDING POLICIES:  The successful candidate shall comply and promote the PSEA/GBV, and Child safeguarding Policies at all course and all levels.

GHIV AFRICA HAS ZERO TOLORENCE FOR SEXUAL EXPLOITATION ABUSE AND HARASSMENT (SEAH)

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Duration: 3Months

Project: RRM UNICEF

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the design and implementation of project monitoring frameworks, including developing clear and measurable indicators and activity tracking tools.
• Assist in aligning MEAL activities with overall program goals and objectives.
• Contribute to the preparation of annual work plans by ensuring MEAL activities, targets, and indicators are well integrated.
• Maintain and update indicator tracking sheets, databases, and reporting tools to monitor project performance.
• Support adherence to monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and reporting requirements across all project sites.
• Collect, clean, and verify data from field activities to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Generate simple indicator reports and summaries to track project progress.
• Assist in creating data visualizations (e.g., tables, charts, dashboards) for reports and presentations.
• Provide basic reviews and formatting of MEAL reports to ensure quality and consistency.
• Participate in assessments, surveys, and evaluation exercises, including data collection, entry, and documentation.
• Support field monitoring visits to verify data quality, assess activity progress, and capture lessons learned.
• Facilitate regular feedback and accountability activities with community members and stakeholders.
• Support capacity-building activities for project staff and community structures on basic MEAL concepts and data collection tools.
• Contribute to documentation of best practices, success stories, and lessons learned for program improvement.
• Maintain regular communication and coordination with implementing partners, stakeholders, and community structures.
• Perform other duties related to MEAL activities as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong analytical and data management skills.
• Experience designing logical frameworks and indicator tracking tools.
• Knowledge of data quality assurance and evaluation methodologies.
• Strong report writing and presentation skills.
• Familiarity with mobile data collection tools (e.g., Kobo Collect, ODK, COMM care).

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• EMPATHY AND COMPASSION: Demonstrates a genuine concern for the well-being of vulnerable individuals.
• INTEGRITY: Maintains the highest ethical standards in all professional activities.
• RESILIENCE: Capable of working under challenging conditions and managing stress effectively.
• PROBLEM-SOLVING: Proactive in identifying issues and implementing solutions.

GHIV AFRICA PSEA/GBV, AND CHILD SAFEGUARDING POLICIES:  The successful candidate shall comply and promote the PSEA/GBV, and Child safeguarding Policies at all course and all levels.

GHIV AFRICA HAS ZERO TOLORENCE FOR SEXUAL EXPLOITATION ABUSE AND HARASSMENT (SEAH)

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:

GHIV Africa is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of vulnerable communities in Northeast Nigeria. Your expertise and dedication can help ensure the safety and protection of those in need.