Wash Officer at

2 weeks ago

Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Islamic Relief Full time

Islamic Relief Worldwide is an international humanitarian organisation that provides development programs and humanitarian relief around the globe, regardless of race, political affiliation, gender or belief.


Reporting To:
Field Coordinator

Qualification/ Experience

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or its equivalent from a recognized university or a Higher National Diploma from recognized national Polytechnic
Knowledge and skills in use of engineering design softwares; AutoCAD, ArchiCad, and related Add-Ons – MANDATORY
In-depth skills and knowledge in all aspects of engineering
Understanding of Water, Sanitation and Hygiene promotion interventions
Excellent English language skills (written and spoken);

Essential Knowledge, skills, and Experience

Not less than 3 years' experience of WASH projects. Experience in ASAL Counties will be an added advantage
Good Project Cycle Management, reporting and documentation skills
Experience in working in unsecure zones with knowledge in Standard Operation Procedures
Knowledge of International and National Standards/policies governing WASH programmes i.e SPHERE and Water Act 2002
Experience in solar systems, boreholes, shallow well development works
Proven WASH project implementation and management skills
Experience of drafting and writing project documents or proposals,
Experience of INGOs system in the same field,
Experience in developing linkages with INGOs, Government agencies, Institutional donors and other stakeholders,
Experience of working in culturally sensitive areas thereby managing circumstances through high level of diplomacy and tact.
Demonstrated ability for strategic thinking and analysis
Proven technical competencies in planning, design, and implementation of WASH programmes as well as sound financial skills (e.g., budgeting),
Experience of work with a team in a multi-cultural environment in emergency and development settings and good team leadership,
Positive and ability to build consensus in problem solving,

A focus on results, balanced with a sensitive and honest approach to people.

Location: 100% Wajir

Job Field:
Programmes

Islamic Relief Kenya is currently focusing on three major themes: Sustainable Community Empowerment, Food security and livelihoods, Disaster Risk reduction (DRR); and Inclusive and protection


Tana River Integrated WASH and Education Services (TARIWE) is an integrated project that focuses on two major Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 4&6.

The project aims at improving the quality of education in Tana River County through infrastructure development and enhancing learning environment while at the same time improve access to clean and safe water to the community for domestic and livestock use at all seasons.


Islamic Relief Kenya in pursuit to support and strengthen its operations, seeks to employ motivated, hardworking, and pro-active individuals to fill in the following position.


JOB PURPOSE

The WASH & Environment Officer will be responsible for the Planning, Design, and Implementation of all Civil and Structural activities/interventions of the project.

The officer is responsible for the supervision of the technical team (if any), contractors/consultants and furthermore contribute to assist the organization in the technical supervision of WASH/Environment & related activities; and specifically support the Project Coordinator with the overall technical field support for the planning and coordination of construction and rehabilitation works.


Including:

  • To assist in designing, organizing, planning, following up and supervising all the technical field activities of the projects regarding WASH, Environment & other structural worksconstruction and rehabilitation works.

To liaise and coordinate all the technical activities related to construction and rehabilitation works in the field with the local authorities, Partners, the community representatives and other agencies and stakeholders engaged in these sectors across the project sites.

To manage, guide and supervise the technical WASH/Environment team, Contractors and Consultants.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Planning, Design, Implementation and Reporting 30%

Planning and design of WASH/Environment activities of the projects as required/assigned.

Ensure the proper implementation of all WASH/Environment activities related to construction and rehabilitation works that is timely and in coherence with the project work plan and specifications.

Organize, manage, and supervise on a daily basis the WASH operations in the field through field visits and provide needed technical support to project team.

Provide support and coordinating with contractors and/or suppliers of the WASH/Environment works and items.
Provide technical guidance and expertise to the contracted service provider in charge of the works.

Inform the project manager about any potential technical modification occurring during the work implementation and require its formal approval by the same.

Provide upon request assistance to the implementation of the others project activities

Technical Support

Provide technical input to prepare or adapt technical drawings and designs of WASH/Environment activities, as required by the project and according to standard guidelines or codes

Prepare and/or revise bill of quantities (BoQs), technical drawings and work plans related to the construction and rehabilitation works to be undertaken within the project implementation period.

In general, provide technical input to the project manager to prepare or revise the technical documentation in every necessary tender dossier.

Provide input to prepare and to draw reports on the technical team's activities as required or assigned
Keep track record of the progress of the implementation of construction and rehabilitation activities in the field and share the documents with the Area manager and/or MEAL Unit

Report to and discuss with the Area Manager/Programme Manager on regular base any technical issues of the field activities which may have a direct impact on the general implementation of the project or of the organization's activities in the area.

Development and submission of quality Donor and programmes reports are required.

Monitoring and Evaluation

Provide input to develop activities' monitoring evaluation accountability and learning tools
Collect, analyze, and interpret all technical data concerning the WASH activities to support the project.
Ensure together with the technical field team the proper monitoring and evaluation of all construction and rehabilitation works executed by the contracted service providers and provide regular feedback to the project Manager

Coordination

Establishing relationship with project beneficiaries, community leaders and other community groups-while managing emerging issues, including conflicts.

Formation and training of community Groups for project sustainability-such as Water and Environment users, Hygiene, and sanitation Groups etc.

Participate in sectorial coordination meetings at local when requested by the line Manager.

Keep herself/himself as well as the technical team up to date on sector working groups and local authorities' news, reports, recommendations, requirements, etc.

Quickly react to changes - of any kind - in the field and its context in which the WASH activities are being implemented, inform immediately the senior management about them, and contribute to finding proper adjustments
Coordinate with other WASH actors and stakeholders in the field.

Requirements
Education Qualifications and language

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or its equivalent from a recognized university or a Higher National Diploma from recognized national Polytechnic
Knowledge and skills in use of engineering design softwares; AutoCAD, ArchiCad, and related Add-Ons – MANDATORY
In-depth skills and knowledge in all aspects of engineering
Understanding of Water, Sanitation and Hygiene promotion interventions
Excellent English language skills (written and spoken);

Essential Knowledge, skills, and Experience

Not less than 3 years' experience of WASH projects. Experience in ASAL Counties will be an added advantage
Good Project Cycle Management, reporting and documentation skills
Experience in working in unsecure zones with knowledge in Standard Operation Procedures
Knowledge of International and National Standards/policies governing WASH programmes i.e SPHERE and Water Act 2002
Experience in solar systems, boreholes, shallow well development works
Proven WASH project implementation and management skills
Experience of drafting and writing project documents or proposals,
Experience of INGOs system in the same field,
Experience in developing linkages with INGOs, Government agencies, Institutional donors and other stakeholders,
Experience of working in culturally sensitive areas thereby managing circumstances through high level of diplomacy and tact.
Demonstrated ability for strategic thinking and analysis
Proven technical competencies in planning, design, and implementation of WASH programmes as well as sound financial skills (e.g., budgeting),
Experience of work with a team in a multi-cultural environment in emergency and development settings and good team leadership,
Positive and ability to build consensus in problem solving,
A focus on results, balanced with a sensitive and honest approach to people.

Desirable Knowledge, skills, and Experience

Programmatic expertise on the following themes: Integrated Sustainable Programmes, humanitarian interventions, DRR, gender issues, conflict, sustainable livelihoods etc
Experience of working and providing support from a distance
Strong computer skills (Design Packages, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access, MS Power Point, MS Project, SPSS).
Sympathetic with aims, values & objectives of Islamic Relief

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