WASH Officer

WASH Officer

DRC Somalia/Land

DRC has been operating in Somalia since 1998 using the protection of human rights framework. Somalia is experiencing a devastating humanitarian crisis, with nearly 80% of the population in need of some form of humanitarian assistance. DRC in Somalia is scaling up the operation in emergency response through an integrated approach accessing hard to reach populations

Overall purpose of the role: 

WASH Officer will directly be involved and ensure in the day to day implementation of water, Sanitation and Hygiene activities especially in the areas of intervention. He will also be responsible for WASH components including planning, facilitation of WASH implementation activities through directly involving with the partner agencies/authorities and development of IEC materials and hygiene/sanitation and awareness issues to the IDP and poor host communities to the target areas in accordance with the culture and practices of the local population in Somalia.    

Responsibilities: 

• Lead the assessment needs regarding WASH in the IDP and host communities in Baidoa and any other areas as per the direction of CCCM manager.
• Mobilize local authorities and the target communities and stakeholders of the key project objectives and goals and ensure MOUs are signed on time.
• Assist in the identification and selection of beneficiaries with the help of local authority and community elders and Ensuring correct MOUs are in place with relevant district/service providers/stakeholders
• Coordinate with stakeholders, including government authorities, local partners, and community members, to ensure collaborative project planning and implementation.
• Develop detailed project work plans, and budgets for WASH interventions and participation of development of proposal by providing inputs base on the need of the targeted communities
• Provide technical guidance and support for the design and construction of water supply systems, sanitation facilities, and hygiene promotion activities. Prepare the BOQs, design and specification for construction and rehabilitation of WASH assets.
• Monitor project progress, expenditures, and quality of implementation to ensure compliance with project objectives and donor requirements.
• Conduct regular field visits to project sites for monitoring, supervision, and troubleshooting to ensure successful completion of activities
• Compile and analyze data on WASH indicators, prepare progress reports, and contribute to donor reporting requirements.
• Ensure compliance with relevant technical standards, guidelines, and protocols in WASH programming.
• Prepare Work plan and IEC materials in consultation with WASH/Shelter and Settlements Team leader and effectively manage the WASH projects using appropriate tools to ensure projects are delivered on-time, on-budget and to the expected quality. Work with the direction of the CCCM manager.
• Ensure that the marginalized/ vulnerable communities, including women, participate in each of the project cycle related to WASH activities
• Facilitate all trainings on WASH by using a participatory approach with high practical involvement and also Support emergency preparedness and response activities as a focal point for the program.
• Contribute to the development of training and orientation materials. Document results and lessons learned from WASH program implementation including emergency preparedness and response, to promote knowledge sharing with counterparts and WASH stakeholders
• Liaise with relevant other actors/NGOs, local administrators and IDP leadership for collaborative efforts, amongst others participate to the cluster coordination meetings on WASH and within DRC other sectors like food security and livelihood, protection for proper coordinator of activities
• Ensuring that all relevant stakeholders have information about the organization’s background, program, objectives, working areas, duration of programs and activities in the field.
• Ensure proper filling and documentation of the WASH project including carrying our GPS coordinates and mapping of the project activities/areas.
• Conducting HP Trainings/campaigns and Day to day supervision on CHP and ensure data collected from the beneficiaries as required.
• Contributing to contingency planning for possible WASH emergency response if required.
• Ensure proper presentation of the office and professional ethics in controlling movements and ensure security of all the documents.
• Track and prepare weekly, monthly, field quarterly, all RIFs, PRs for the program and annual progress reports of activities related to WASH programs including documentation beneficiaries and successes stories. Feed budget expenditure information and plan/budget tracking to the WASH team leader.
• In the absence of the CCCM manager, support the WASH project with the close coordination of Program manager and the respective Base Manager
• Perform any other relevant duties as requested by line Managers and WASH team leader.

Experience and technical competencies: (include years of experience)

• 3 years of experience within the field of WASH and others.
• Strong understanding of basic training in WASH programming, participatory training methods, community mobilizations and networking
• Effective and timely implementation of all interventions outlined under output and any other related and cross cutting program activities related to WASH
• Working experience and knowledge of the local duty station
• Able to adapt to changing situations as required.
• Able to work well under pressure and in adverse condition

Education: (include certificates, licenses etc.)

• Bachelor of public health/Public Health Engineering/Diploma in water engineer or equivalent professional qualification. 

• Diploma of Information Technology

• Computer literacy and statistical data management

Conditions

Contract:         9 months with the possibility of extension, subject to funding and performance. Salary and other conditions are offered by DRC’s Terms of Employment for National Staff; Employment band None Management H2

Availability:       1st May 2024

Duty station:    This position is based in Baidoa

Reporting Line:  CCCM Manager  

Providing equal opportunities, we are committed to creating an inclusive and positive work environment based on mutual respect for all employees. All applicants are considered for employment without attention to race, age, ability, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other factor. At DRC we celebrate diversity and appreciate our employees for the people they are and their unique skills, backgrounds, and perspectives. We encourage all interested candidates to apply.

Promoting high standards: DRC’s capacity to ensure the protection of and assistance to refugees, IDP, and other persons of concern depends on the ability of our staff to uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct about DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment. DRC conducts thorough background checks as part of the recruitment process

Application and CV

All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. Applications sent by email will not be considered

Qualified Female candidates highly encouraged to apply

DRC only accepts applications sent via our online application form on www.drc.ngo under Vacancies.

Please submit your application and CV in English no later than 20th April 2024