Position title:                  WASH coordinator

Work unit:                      South Ethiopia, Central Ethiopia, South West Ethiopia, Sidama Regions.

Reports to:                      WASH Program manager

Duty Station:                  Addis Ababa (With frequent field trip)

Number of positions:      01 (One)

Position Grade:                5

Duration of Contract:      6 months with possible extension per project period

I. Job Summary

The water, sanitation and hygiene coordinator support the development and preparation of the WASH programs and will lead the water, sanitation and hygiene promotion programs, providing overall technical and management support to the program. The incumbent is responsible for the feasibility study, designing, planning, preparing BoQ, implementation, budget management and monitoring of WASH activities.

II. Duties and Responsibilities

·       Understand and work for the organization vision, mission and values.

·       Provide technical advice to the program manager on all water, sanitation and hygiene issues;

·       Lead and guide water, sanitation and hygiene team and works.

·       Liaise with the program staff, communities and government bodies.

·       Ability to design WASH program, develop concept notes and liaises with partners on technical aspects in consultation with the WASH program manager, staff, HR and finance department.

·       Manage, implement, and monitor WASH projects as per the design, plan and BoQ;

·       Provide technical support to key stakeholders, as needed and appropriate;

·       Provide monthly, quarterly, biannually and annually reports to the program office.

·       Meet project goals, objectives, outputs and requirements

·       Undertake field visit to monitor projects, as well as conduct periodic project reviews with program staff or undertake action on operational procedures that affecting project management and implementation;

·       Providing and organize WASHCo training together with I1day WASH trainer and (government expert if needed);

·       Represent WASH program externally in the project area as required;

·       Foster, develop and maintain partnership relationships with national partners, communities and other relevant bodies to assess the effectiveness of current projects and to identify possibilities for new projects;

·       Promote positive team environment between staff;

·       Support the operations and projects teams to ensure the efficient and proper use of funds, supporting team in the development and management of the program and grant level budgets;

·       Conduct feasibility study and prepares complete designs, plans, and cost BoQ that are to be implemented in Imagine 1 Day project areas;

·       Regularly conducts on-site supervision visits as necessary to evaluate the progress and quality of the work;

·       Prepares project bidding documents, project specifications, and bills of quantities for schools and other construction activities;

·       In collaboration with local government officials, facilitates WASH activities and promotes community mobilization;

·       Prepare and submit project report upon completion of the project.

·       Oversee the repair and maintenance of any substandard WASH activities.

·       Perform regular of constructions (both new constructions and re-innovation)

·       Meet deadline to accomplish assigned works on due date and additional activities which is given by WASH program manager

Job Requirements

·       Academic Qualification

Bachelor Degree in water supply and environmental engineering, Civil engineering, Construction Technology, construction management or related field;

·       Work Experience

5 years relevant work experience in rural water supply, sanitation and hygiene, experience on emergency response is more advantageous.

·       Special Training

Water CAD, Auto Cad, Epanet software, Computer literate, working knowledge of English

Other Requirements

We are searching for a reliable, deadline-driven WASH coordinator to oversee WASH activities at Dasenech, Hamer, Alle, Karat zuria, Segen, Derashe, Tercha, Keche, Silte and Dara Woredas in our intervention Regions, CE, SE, SWE and sidama. The WASH coordinator responsibilities include monitoring the quality as per agreed standards and,

·       practical experience in water well drilling works, and surface water development

·       Communicate clearly, and is able to facilitate workshop and meeting in English;

·       Has a good communication skill, both written and oral;

·       Build team spirit and resolve conflict, adapt to the teams to fit in well;

·       Set high standards for quality of work and coordinates group activities;

·       Manage time efficiently, monitors performance against deadlines and milestones

·       Computer skills for project management;

·       Team leadership skills;

·       Good ethical and moral values

·       Understanding and respecting gender equalities, child protections and human right.

·       Ability to analyze and solve problems quickly and effectively

·       Skills in project proposal preparing project designing and appraisal

·       Knowledge of the methodology of program/project management

The person should ensure that projects stay within budget and that required materials and equipment are available.

To be successful as a WASH coordinator, you should demonstrate a sound understanding of safety regulations be able to transfer this knowledge to your team. leaders should be identifying problems and find feasible solutions to the projects.

How to Apply

Interested applicants can submit a CV, motivation letter and credentials document before the closing date of this announcement.
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Only successful candidates will be contacted and applicants from Woredas are encourage.

NB: Please note that Imagine1day is not expect you to pay any types of payments to process recruitment and selection.