Is Team Leader Rehabilitation And Maintenance

Who are we  Concern Worldwide is a non-governmental international humanitarian organisation, and was founded in 1968. Concern Worldwide currently operates in a number of countries across the globe, with its Head Office in Dublin. We work with the poor and vulnerable in the world’s poorest countries to help them bring about long-lasting change in their lives and realise their fundamental human rights; to food, to health, to education, and ultimately to a life of dignity. Together with local and international partners, and with the beneficiaries themselves, we respond to emergencies and undertake long term development work.  We work across the world to promote a better understanding of extreme poverty, and we campaign for local and global action that will help reduce this. Job Summary The main purpose of the position is, under the guidance of the Informal Settlements Programme Manager, to implement Concern’s multi-sectoral programme in informal settlements in Akkar Governorate. It includes the following activities:   The installation of water, sanitation and drainage facilities and their maintenance Delivery of water by truck and boreholes Water quality monitoring at source, truck, tank, and household level Desludging of holding and septic tanks Site improvements and flood risk mitigation Under the direction of the Informal Settlements Programme Manager, the Team Leader will plan, coordinate and monitor the works of 4 technical officers involved in water supply, sanitation and site improvement as well as 1 liaison officer responsible for contract management with landlords and municipalities.   Duties and Responsibilities  Programme Development Develop strategy in IS in collaboration with the IS Programme Manager and the IS Team Design and schedule WASH and DRR activities consistent with the output targets and objectives of the programme in collaboration with the IS Programme Manager Assist in the development of a monitoring and evaluation system for the WASH and DRR activities which accurately measures outcomes and contributes to quality programme delivery Participate in the development of quality and accountability initiatives [eg. Referral management, Complaints Response Mechanism] Programme Management Ensure that the programme is being implemented in accordance with the objectives agreed with the donor, Concern procedures, and best practice Develop weekly, monthly and quarterly work plans and ensure that these are implemented Ensure that accurate programme databases are maintained Assist the ITS programme manager in budget planning revision and management in coordination with the finance team Liaise as necessary with other Concern programme, systems, and logistic / procurement teams   Reporting and Information Management Ensure that Concern’s and donors’ reporting commitments are met, including weekly, monthly, quarterly reports as necessary in accordance with Concern’s procedures and those of donors Ensure that collected project data and documents are properly stored and analysed  Representation and Coordination Participate in WASH working groups at a Governorate or National level Coordinate WASH and DRR activities with different stakeholders   Staff Management Train WASH and DRR staff and support them in fulfilment of their tasks Supervise WASH and DRR staff’s daily activities in the field and in the office Evaluate WASH and DRR staff’s work performance in accordance with Concern administrative procedures   Surveys, site assessments, preparation of designs and documentation Conduct physical surveys and assessments of informal settlements (measured drawings, photographs, narrative) noting all topographic features (site levels, vegetation, soil  quality, adjacent water ways or sources etc.), number and layout of tents, and the extent of existing infrastructure and condition of same Prepare detailed scope of works and designs including all necessary drawings, specifications, and Bill of Quantities Prepare tender and contract documentation Assist in the technical evaluation of submitted quotations and recommendation of contract awards   Implementation of WASH and DRR activities at site level Supervise, coordinate and report on the progress of WASH and DRR activities to the IS programme manager Ensure that all construction and installation works conform to specifications and are of the highest quality Promptly notify the contractor of defective works and ensure that they are rectified Monitor progress on site relative to the project programme / timeline Record, note, and justify any additions or variations to the works Certify project completion Carry out interim / final measurement relative to the BOQ and recommend payment amounts Prepare payment documentation Prepare a post completion project report [narrative and photographs] Complete contractor performance assessments   Work Ethic Train WASH and DRR staff and support them in the fulfilment of their tasks Adhere to the standards of conduct outlined in the Programme Participant Protection Policy and Concern Code of Conduct Support the promotion of the standards outlined in the Programme Participant Protection Policy and Concern Code of Conduct to the team and to the beneficiaries, and be committed to providing a safe working environment Contribute to the establishment of preventive measures to reduce the potential for abuse in Concern programme (as per P4 section 6) Support Concern’s work in Lebanon by undertaking other tasks as appropriate and required   Skills, Qualifications, Experience and Attitude Required Degree or equivalent in Engineering or related technical qualification with relevant experience Minimum of 2 years’ experience in engineering, WASH and DRR activities preferably in Informal Settlements Knowledge and experience of participatory methods of community engagement and sensitisation. Leadership and supervisory skills and ability to foster team spirit. Strong organizational skills and able to coordinate and manage a diverse array of activities and stakeholders Report writing skills and computer skills in AutoCAD, word processing and spreadsheets. Experience in conducting surveys, managing and analysing data and statistics Very good knowledge of English both written and oral Willingness to have long working hours, stay in the camps and travel to sites when required. Commitment to ensuring the protection of refugees Strong sense of security management and willingness to follow security guidelines and regulations Commitment to humanitarian principles and values Commitment to Concern equal opportunity and gender practices