Islamic Relief HYSAN & Sanitation Officer Job in Dadaab Kenya

Job Title: HYSAN & Sanitation Officer
Reporting To: WASH Coordinator
 Established in 1984 in the UK, Islamic Relief is an international NGO seeking to promote sustainable economic and social development by working with local communities through relief and development activities. We aim to help the needy regardless of race, religion or gender.
 To enhance community awareness on best practices in Hygiene and Sanitation activities through participatory learning exercises with the community taking in to regard issues such as gender equality, cultural norms and WHO standards in Hygiene and Sanitation.Mobilize and sensitize Hygiene and sanitation committees and PoCs of project areas on Personal Hygiene and Environmental SanitationMobilize and sensitize Communities on importance of safe drinking water and safe solid waste disposalDisseminate Preventive Health massages on safe hygiene and sanitation practice to targeted beneficiariesConduct demonstrations on safe and appropriate hygiene and sanitation practices to project beneficiariesParticipate in needs assessment and develop appropriate training curriculums based on specific  communities’ needsTake lead in design and carrying out House hold surveys and other assessments for reporting purposesMaintain a close working relationship with MoH, MoPHS, DPHOs, Agencies and NGOs/CBOs and other relevant government departmentsParticipate and take lead in project evaluation surveys with other actors.Lead other team members determine and plan on appropriate means of disseminating health messages and information on hygiene and sanitation.Distribution of hygiene and sanitation tools, equipments and other supplies to beneficiary communities and keeping proper recordsProposal and budget developmentKeep a clean record of HYSAN items in the store and monitor movement in and out.Maintain a close working relationships with other projects within IRK, to ensure a more comprehensive [Integration] and harmonized approach towards programme implementation to maximize impact.Write comprehensive progress reports with facts and figures to illustrate developments in project implementationPut contingency measures for emergencies such as cholera break outsUndertake any other duty as may be assigned from time to timeDiploma in Community Health & Development, Public Health or equivalent from recognized institutionAt least 2 years experience in implementing HYSAN activities with an INGO or UN.Experience in Dadaab will be added advantageVast knowledge of HYSAN promotion approaches at community level and skills ie. CLTSExcellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skillsKnowledge of basic computer packagesCapacity to plan, implement and manage a public health projectComputer literateExcellent public speech skills [Fluent local Language]Strong community mobilization and sensitization skillsExcellent report writing skillsA team member and a team leader with excellent team building and team work skillsThe HYSAN Team Leader contribution in the project will steer IRK to realize the following result:Reduced prevalence of Hygiene related diseasesImproved Integration between HYSAN and other IRK ProgrammesClear established working guidelines for HYSAN TeamComprehensive reporting systemHow to Apply:

Send in your updated CV with cover letter and 3 professional references to info@islamic-relief.or.ke or ir2012hr@gmail.com. 

To reach us not later than Friday 5th April, 2013, clearly mentioning the position you are applying for. CVs will be screened on an ongoing basis and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Note: CVs will be screened on an ongoing basis and Interviews will be conducted STRICTLY in Nairobi office,only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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