Plan, develop, monitor and evaluate the assigned
WASH project(s). This involves assessing WASH needs, designing projects,
writing proposals, initiating, effectively managing and reporting on projects
in line with the objectives, timeframe and budget. Provide technical support,
leadership and strategic direction, meeting quality standards in WASH delivery,
and manage and train WASH staff.
Project Overview
In July 2013, Medair officially launched the Rano
Tsara II WASH project, due to last for 42 months. This WASH project will serve
over 137’000 beneficiaries within 10 districts, working with the local
communities to provide over 700 water points and 800 latrines. The
infrastructure will be accompanied by a large-scale behaviour change
communication campaign and capacity building process. The identification and
training of local enterprises for the construction and installation of new
water infrastructure plays an essential role in the project’s objectives to
develop the locally available WASH services.
Workplace
Maroantsetra, with frequent visits to Mananara
(north east coast), Madagascar.
Starting Date
November 2014
Initial Contract Details
Full time, minimum contract of 24 months
Key Activity Areas
WASH Project Management
- Manage
the assigned WASH project(s) in order to meet the project objectives
within budget and within the allotted time frame.
- Develop
and implement an appropriate and effective WASH strategy in consultation
with other WASH staff and field managers.
- Set
clear objectives and indicators for WASH activities in collaboration with
the WASH staff, field managers and, where appropriate, with the local
communities.
- Ensure
accurate and timely reporting of activities according to Medair, donor and
other applicable timeframes and formats.
Staff Management
- Line-manage
various team members, including development and training, appraisals, the
resolution of conflicts and taking disciplinary measures in coordination
with the HR Manager.
Financial Management
- Manage
the WASH budget for the assigned project(s) and ensure all expenses are
according to budget and meet the Medair standards with regard to financial
management, including accountability and good governance.
- Collaborate
with the wider Medair team in order to ensure correct procedures and
anti-fraud measures are respected.
Communication and Coordination
- Develop
and maintain appropriate, regular, transparent and supportive
communication structures with the WASH team, Medair in-country and HQ WASH
managers, advisors and other relevant stakeholders.
Logistics
- Support
the logistics activities of WASH staff, particularly in relation to the
purchasing of supplies and equipment for the assigned WASH
activities. In particular, assist the sector managers in defining
material and equipment needs for the project activities in terms of
specifications, quantity and timings in order to ensure an early planning
of procurement and logistic needs.
- Ensure
a good level of communication and sharing of information with the support
team in order to ensure that the implementation of water infrastructure
activities respect Medair’s procedures.
Qualifications
- BSc
/ MSc in Water / Environmental Engineering or Management or Civil
Engineering or Hydrology / Geology desirable
Languages
- Strong
working knowledge of English (spoken and written)
- Strong
working knowledge of French (spoken and written)
Experience / Competencies
- 2
years post-qualification professional experience in a relevant field
- Management
experience in a WASH context
- Experience
working in a WASH programme in a developing country, preferably in a
humanitarian context desirable
- Experience
using GIS software desirable
- Knowledge
and understanding of humanitarian standards such as Sphere and HAP
- Good
communicator
- Ability
and willingness to manage project implementation
- Good
numerical, report writing and administration skills
Medair Standard Working Requirements for
the Field
- Experienced
professionals in a relevant field; Overseas intercultural experience
- Committed Christians;
commitment to the Medair values
- Strong
working knowledge of English, spoken and written
- Working
knowledge of French, spoken and written, for French-speaking field
programmes
- Single
or married (with no children under 18). If married, your spouse must also
apply.
- Successful
completion of Medair Relief & Recovery Orientation Course (ROC)
- Reflect
the vision and values of Medair with team members, local staff,
beneficiaries, external contacts
- Able
to live and work in a multicultural team under difficult conditions
- Strong
character traits, including emotional stability, adaptability, ability to
handle stress, cultural and gender sensitivity, honesty, and physically
fit
Benefits
- A
salary based upon the grade of the position and the experience of the
position-holder
- Comprehensive
briefing at our Swiss headquarters, as well as an in-country briefing
- Security
training for those going to particularly insecure environments
- Accommodation,
food, and transportation in-country
- Return
flights to and from the country programme (one return flight for every
year of service)
- Rest
and recuperation (R&R) leave (including travel, accommodation, and
food allowance)
- Annual
leave; Death and disability allowance
- Contribution
matching programme for retirement savings (for experienced relief workers)
- Additional
contract benefit allowance for those who commit to longer contracts
- Comprehensive
medical and emergency rescue insurance, with up to 60 days post-
assignment coverage, including debriefing
Working Conditions
- This
is a field position based in Maroantsetra, with frequent visits to
Mananara and working and living conditions may be very different to that
previously experienced.
- The
security situation in Maroantsetra and Mananara is stable – the main
threat will be from cyclones.
Application Process
Please fill out your application for this position
via the click to apply link
below. Please do not make multiple applications. We will not review email
applications.
Only English-language applications and
CVs will be reviewed.
Medair does not set closing / deadline dates for
applications; recruitment is on-going until the position is filled.
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