Job Description

SPECIAL VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT (SVN)

Open to Internal & External CandidatesVacancy No.IOM-SVN/0094/22Position TitleProject Assistant-WASH Duty StationMekele, Tigray (with frequent field travel to other parts of region)ClassificationG-5Type of AppointmentSVN, Six months with possibility of extensionEstimated Start DateAs soon as possiblePosting Period03.07.2022 to 10.07.2022

Organizational Context and Scope

Under the overall supervision of the Head of Sub Office, under the technical guidance of the Project Manager (WASH and Shelter), and under the direct supervision of the WASH National Officer, the WASH Assistant will be responsible for undertaking WASH operational activities and coordination in relation to IOM’s WASH program, including the following duties below:

Responsibilities and Accountabilities

1.      Prepare BOQs and assist in monitoring construction of sanitation and water facilities, both in IDP sites and for institutions, according to IOM SOPs for the same.

2.      Oversee hygiene promotion activities including organization of campaigns and events

3.      Organize distributions of WASH NFIs including beneficiary registration and post-distribution monitoring

4.      Liaise with local authorities and other relevant stakeholders, including participating WASH clusters when needed

5.      Assist in coordinating and monitoring work of WASH and hygiene promotion clerks

6.      Carry out monitoring and evaluation functions of all project activities

7.      Prepare periodic information management reports for project/programmes in coordination with subunit heads and project focal.

8.      Prepare project tracking updates for managers as needed.

9.      Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Job Requirements

Education

• University degree in engineering or other related field

Experience

·        Minimum of five years of relevant work experience working with NGOs or UN agencies in humanitarian or development response

·        Experience of conducting borehole repair and hand pump repair

·        Experience in developing BOQs for permanent latrines

·        Experience in managing hygiene promotion activities

Languages

·       Fluency in English and Tigrigna (oral and written).

·       Knowledge of Amharic language is an advantage.

VALUES AND COMPETENCIES

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following technical and behavioural competencies:

Values

·       Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.

·       Integrity and transparency: maintain high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.

·       Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 1

·       Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.

·       Delivering results produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.

·       Managing and sharing knowledge continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge, and innovate.

·       Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.

·       Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Other

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment and verification of residency, visa and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.

Only candidates residing in either the country of the duty station or from a location in a neighbouring country that is within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered. In all cases, a prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station, or in the neighbouring country located within commuting distance, and work permit, as applicable.

How to Apply

Interested candidates can apply using THIS LINK

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We strongly encourage qualified women to apply!