Solidarités International WASH Program Manager Job Vacancy in Kenya

Position: WASH Program Manager (several positions – funding depending)

Line Manager: Field Coordinator

Location: Various ASAL zones of Kenya

Starting date: After Nov 2010

Duration of the contract: 12 months

Solidarités International is a humanitarian aid organization which provides assistance to populations who are victims of armed conflict or natural disasters.

For 30 years, Solidarités International has concentrated its action on meeting vital needs of disaster affected populations in the areas of WASH, Food Security and Shelter.

In the Horn of Africa, Solidarités is currently implementing WASH, Food Security/Livelihoods projects in Kenya, South Sudan and Somalia.

1/ Objective of the position

The WASH Program Manager is a key person who will be responsible in managing the WASH operational component of the program:

To ensure achievement of the WASH objectives within the timeframe of the programTo manage the WASH field teamTo prepare regular activity monitoring reportsTo plan and manage the WASH program budgetTo assess others needs in terms of WASH in the area of interventionUnder the authority of the Field CoordinatorThe WASH program manager will typically oversee the activities of the following staff: WASH program assistantConstruction supervisorsHygiene/Health Promoters3/ Keys responsibilities

Program realisation

To design WASH Programming in coherence with beneficiary needs and overall program objectives.When designing projects, the WASH PM will be expected to develop innovative solutions to overcome technical and social constraints. To plan WASH activities in a realistic and achievable timeframe.To design WASH programming with accurate budgeting, agreed jointly with financial staff in the field at Nairobi coordination level.To recruit and train the staff under his/her direct responsibilityTo motivate and manage the teamTo prepare job description of the team under his/her responsibilityTo evaluate skills and performances of the staff under his/her responsibility, every 6 monthsTo organize with the team the detailed planning of activitiesTo organize the collection of information with the teamTo be responsible for the progress and the quality of the work for all WASH activities of the programTo monitor the development of WASH activities (progress indicators, relevance and efficiency) and to adjust activities and processes where necessary.To ensure periodic assessments of the WASH context and if necessary to adjust to changing needs in collaboration with the Field Coordinator, the WASH coordinator and the Food Security Program Manager.To be responsible for WASH program reporting to the Field Coordinator, WASH Coordinator and the Assistant Country Director.To contribute to the capitalisation of tools and reportsTo follow the advice and recommendations of the WASH Coordinator.To prepare WASH purchase requests (services, tools and materials) in collaboration with the Logistics/Administration Manager.To schedule movement and transport needs an agree these needs with the Logistics Manager on a weekly basisTo constantly monitor access to working zones in term of security, for his/her staff and him/herself, in link with the Field Coordinator and Logistic/Administrator.To validate movements of WASH materials in and out of stock.To manage the relevant WASH program budget lines; prepare WASH budget forecast and ensure expenditure matches with forcast budgeting.Make sure indicators as specified in each project logframe are measured according to the sources specified in the logframe and the methodology specified in the M&E plan for each projectParticipate in need assessments as requested by the Field CoordinatorMonitor regularly the WASH situation in the area and contribute to the monthly context analysis report for the zone of intervention.Communication

Internal Communication:

Share with the team all information about security, activities, logistic or administrative needsIn charge of the formulation of weekly situation report for WASH activitiesContribute to intermediary and final project reports for DonorsParticipate in weekly Field Management Team meetingParticipate in ad hoc team security meetingsShare and discuss WASH related issues with donor representatives.Participate in local WASH Clusters /forums whenever possible.Participate and organize bilateral meetings with different WASH sector actors (GoK, UN, NGOs etc..) active in the area of intervention5/ Qualifications and experience required

Qualifications:

At a minimum, must hold a Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Architecture, or other technical field relevant to WASH. Minimum 3 years of experience in WASH project management in a similar positionMinimum 2 years of experience within an NGO or similar agenciesProven experience in project cycle management in the NGO contextProven experience of working directly with communities and developing community driven projects Experience in team management and planning6/ Skills Required

Skills and competences:

Excellent knowledge of WASH technologies and current hygiene promotion methodologies used in humanitarian contextsGood knowledge of the project management cycle and methodologyUnderstanding and interest in emergency humanitarian responseKnowledge and understanding of the main humanitarian actorsTeam leadership and coordination abilityAbility to propose and develop new ideas and approachesAbility to understand and prioritize the perspective of beneficiary communities during the planning and implementation of project activities Excellent communication skillsExcellent writing capacityFluent English. Excellent Computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)Calm and diplomaticGood stress management skillsStrong capacity to work with initiative and without close supervisionAppetite for very challenging situationsAcceptance of harsh living conditionsAcceptance of Security rules and behavior guidelinesAbility to work effectively in a multicultural team7/ How to apply

Please send your cover letter, CV and contact details for 3 referees to the following email address: jobapplication@solidarites-kenya-som.org

Closing Date: 22nd October 2010

Please indicate the position you are applying for in the title of your email.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Solidarités international is an equal opportunity employer – Qualified female applicants are encouraged to apply.

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