LWF World Service is the humanitarian and development arm of the Lutheran World Federation. We are a widely recognized, international, faith-based organization working in over 20 countries. We seek to bring people of all backgrounds together in the common quest for justice, peace, and reconciliation in an increasingly complex and fragmented world. 

 A commitment to the human rights of every individual, regardless of their status, guides our work, actions, and operations. We are particularly known for our timely, compassionate, and professional humanitarian work, and for our field presence in hard-to-reach areas. Our work is people-centered and community- based. Above all, we work with the most vulnerable, and in order to claim and uphold their rights, we engage proactively with local government and community structures. 

 Our partners in (Ethiopia) include Ethiopian Evangelical Church Mekane Yesus (EECMY), diaconal arms of Lutheran churches (Related Agencies), the European Commission (ECHO), the US Government (BPRM) and UN Agencies, Global Affairs Canada with whom we are a key implementing partner. 

LWF World Service Ethiopia is a registered foreign charity which has been operating in Ethiopia since 1973 implementing various development and humanitarian projects in different parts of Ethiopia.

LWF World Service Ethiopia is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants based on merit regardless of sex, color, religion, ethnicity, age, marital status or disability.

Specific Tasks and Responsibilities

•  Lead the response activities of WASH in emergency for drought-affected communities in the Dawe Kachen and Laga Hida woredas of East Bale Zone, Oromia Region.

•  Monitoring quality outputs and budget management of WASH component.

• Produce study and design documents including construction specifications, bill of quantities and construction schedule for the water and sanitation works to be carried out in the project area as necessary.

• Carry out supervision of construction activities related to water supply.

• Facilitate sanitation and hygiene activities targeting the drought affected people and host communities in the different woredas of Oromiya;

• Primarily responsible for planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the overall interventions of WASH in close coordination and consultation with the concerned project staff.

• Ensure efficient utilization of resource such as construction materials, manpower, properties, etc;

• Regularly participate in the regional and zonal level WASH Cluster meetings and provide updates to the immediate supervisor or project coordinator.

• Establish and train water users' committees for each of the water supply systems rehabilitated/constructed.  

• Lead the development of procurement, activity and budget plan for WASH-related activities.

• Participate in procurement activities related to WASH.

• Proactively conduct assessments and prepare proposal for new projects in WASH.

• Work closely with the project team in reviewing progress and results, identify gaps and solutions and share technical ideas for the project staff.

• Provide technical backstopping and guidance to the community facilitators. 

• Prepare periodic and timely reports and submit to the project coordinator periodically as per the agreed reporting timelines.

• Follow procedure as outlined in the LWF Staff Rules, Collective Agreement and other Operation Manuals.

• Perform any other duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

• This job description is subject to amendment by the employer when deemed necessary.

Job Requirements

Required Minimum Qualifications, Experience and Skills:

• BSc or master’s degree in Water Supply Engineering, hydraulic engineering, Civil Engineering or other related field of study.  At least 2 years relevant experience in humanitarian sector for MSc degree and 4 years for BSc degree holder.

 Skills Required, Attitudes and Attributes:

• Experience of working in a leadership position within a team structure.

• Proven skills in managing staff reporting to her/him; excellent coordination skills.

• Fluent written and spoken English; Knowledge of Tigrigna is mandatory

• Gender sensitivity.

• Proven program & project cycle management skills - proposal and report writing skills; monitoring and evaluation skills and experience.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Knowledge and experience of emergency and development issues; nexus programming and deep understanding of causes of emergencies, emergency programming and links with policy.

• Ability to work under pressure, prioritize well and meet deadlines.

• Ability to travel extensively, especially to remote areas.

• Experience in and the ability to train, coach, mentor people.

 Additional requirements

• Prior experience water trucking projects

• Strong cultural awareness and sensitivity.

• Good skills in planning, monitoring and reporting.

• Strong organizational and logistical skills.

• Goal-oriented with ability to work under pressure, independently and with limited supervision.

• Ability and willingness to work and live in challenging conditions.

• All employees of the Lutheran World Federation should be able to adhere to our Codes of Conduct and the six organizational values: dignity, human rights, inclusion, diversity, transparency and accountability and humanitarian principles of humanity, neutrality, impartiality, and independence.

• Previous related experience in INGO set up is advantageous. 

How to Apply

Register using the following LINK

Women are encouraged to apply and only short-listed applicants will be contacted.