Samaritan’s Purse (SP) is planning to implement WASH Program in Habru Woreda/North Wollo. Under the direct supervision of WASH Manager, the incumbent shall provide technical assistance and support for program design, planning and implementation, management and evaluation of program/project activities, in support of achievement of program goals and objectives. 

Key Responsibilities

• Reviews architectural and engineering drawings to make sure that all sections and regulations are being followed.
• Responsible for proper administration of construction contracts, inspections and for obtaining all necessary permits and Licenses.
• Provide program support and technical advice with an emphasis on WASH and other projects
• Maintain an overview of the country WASH program(s) and of the regional context, with a view to strategically developing new projects in current sites and / or in surrounding regions.
• Supervise construction professionals in managing staffing, and schedules related to the day-to-day vertical construction aspects of projects, Review progress reports, check on any reported difficulties, and correct any safety violations or other reported deficiencies.
• Track and control construction schedules and associated costs to achieve completion of projects within time and budget allocated.
• Determine labor requirements and dispatch workers to construction sites.
• Request materials from the store as per the need and ensure correct usage.
• Ensure there is adequate community involvement in the implementations.
• Ensuring sites and communities are ready for the work in advance
• Holding meetings with community leaders and members as needed to resolve problem and conflicts arise due to the program implementation
• Ensuring all communities are given fair chance in the project as per their needs
• Coordinate with SP’s operations department for all WASH logistical needs and making sure all movements are planned well and done appropriately
• Maintain an oversight of WASH supplies ordered for the WASH projects, supporting the WASH and logistics staff in the coordination and quality control of WASH supplies
• Prepare tender documents for activities to be undertaken by contractors, Prepare agreement documents to get into construction agreement with contractors. Facilitate site handing over to the contractors.
• Regular supervise and monitor the activities of the contractor and check whether the work is being executed in accordance with the standards and specifications.
• Check and recommend for approval of payment settlements as per the agreement piece of work executed in accordance with the standards and specifications,
• Check and recommend for approval of payment settlements as per the agreement and piece of work executed by the contractor or skilled laborer.
• Maintain a Christian witness to the communities 

Job Requirements

Education / Experience Needed

• BSc Degree in Water Engineering, Public Health, Environmental Engineering or equivalent Degree in related filed
• Minimum three years of experience in WASH
• Previous INGO work experience preferred

Skills Required

• Fluency in English, Amharic.
• Excellent communication, analytical and critical thinking skills
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively to large groups of people skills and resourcefulness with strong attention to details;
• Excellent time management
• Ethiopian driving license and ability to ride a motorbike preferred
• Ability to work in a hostile environment with only basic necessities
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Computer skill in word or excel programs required

How to Apply

Interested applicants can send ONLY updated CV (maximum of 3 pages and application letter (one Page only) no later than February 4, 2022 to hrspe@samaritan.org . Please write the position title you are applying for in the email subject line, "Wash Officer ''