Wash Coordinator

All NRC employees are expected to work in accordance with the organization’s core values: dedication, innovation, inclusivity and accountability. These attitudes and believes shall guide our actions and relationships.    1.      Role and responsibilities The following is a brief description of the role.   Generic responsibilities   Coordinate and implement the WASH project according to strategy, proposals and plans Ensure adherence to NRC policies and donor requirements Develop weekly and monthly activity and work plans Supervision, training and development of the WASH staff Promote and share ideas for improvement and necessary changes in the activities Cooperate with relevant partners and local authorities With support of the Area Manager and WASH PM, organize trainings for the WASH team (as well as for relevant partners and beneficiaries as possible) Monthly activity/project reports and other reporting as required Ensure proper filing of all project documents – confirm accuracy in project documents, contracts and reports   Specific responsibilities The WASH Coordinator, in close coordination with the Project Manager and Area Manager, will: Project Cycle Management Responsibilities Provide direct supervision of Water and Sanitation Officers and Hygiene Promotion Officers and Database Officer, and WASH Laboratory Assistant. Responsible for managing the performance of staff under his / her supervision, including working with the staff members to set and monitor objectives and work plans, and provide constructive feedback on an on-going and scheduled basis. Responsible for overseeing the delivery of agreed outputs and for quality of the WASH activities being implemented. In close liaison with the WASH Project Manager take timely and considered decisions on how to respond to changing needs of beneficiaries. Responsible for weekly and monthly activity plans for the team, and ensuring they are in accordance with overall project objectives, identified outputs and timeframes. Ensure that projects guidelines are being implemented as signed off by the WASH Specialist. Ensure that the WASH activities as defined in the work plan under the team’s responsibilities are taking place on due time and according to NRC standards and guidance In close coordination with the WASH PM, develop and design of WASH activities in the Area Office, and contribute to the development, including proposals and other donor documents. With support of the WASH PM, propose, develop, organize and implement assessments for assessing gaps, project design and planning purpose. Ensure that beneficiaries under NRC responsibility are meeting relevant WASH Standards In coordination with the WASH Project Manager and M&E Unit, ensure the Monitoring and Evaluation plan is undertaken in a timely and effective manner. Ensure all project documentation is prepared and archived properly meeting SOPs. Be receptive to, and where necessary proactively seek, technical advice from the WASH Project Manager and WASH Specialist Document technical issues and questions and report to the WASH Management with suggested ways of addressing them. In cooperation with the WASH PM and Area Manager, support with the recruitment of WASH staff Conduct frequent field visits to check progress in the field, and to maintain a rapport with beneficiaries, owners and local authorities. Attend monthly working group meetings for WASH, Shelter and Bekaa Water Establishment. Any other activity or task as requested by the Project Manager Budget and Financial Management: As delegated by the WASH PM, manage the direct costs of the budget, including the preparation, monitoring and updating of financial work plans, ensuring resources are managed effectively. Reporting: Ensure the WASH database is updated with all beneficiary information and relevant modalities. Prepare timely internal monthly reports. In cooperation with the WASH Project Manager and Area Manager, contribute to donor reporting and inter-agency reporting mechanisms. Coordination Participate in regular Area Office meetings, both WASH-specific and inter-core competency. Build and maintain positive and effective relationships with colleagues in other core competencies and departments, and as relevant, find ways of collaborating to further enhance the effectiveness of NRC activities. In coordination with the WASH Project Manager, and colleagues from other core competencies, liaise closely with other humanitarian actors, including active participation in sectorial working groups and through bilateral meetings in order to maintain information on and coordinate activities, and to exchange information and lessons learnt. Develop and maintain positive relationships with local authorities, which facilitate NRC's mission in Lebanon, in close coordination with Area Office Management, as applicable. Responsibility for ensuring that WASH identify and maintain positive relationships with focal points in host and beneficiary communities through timely and clear sharing of information Protection Responsible for ensuring that he / she understands and applies protection principles and NRC guidance to daily activities Ensure that ‘do no harm’ principles are mainstreamed throughout the project management cycle   Operations and Administration Delegated responsibility for administration of the specific WASH projects, in liaison with colleagues in other departments, particularly finance, administration, logistics and security. Support the procurement of programmatic materials and equipment required in accordance with NRC procedures and in liaison with Logistics. Support the Officers and Assistants, and Team Leaders where applicable, in managing a movement plan and that the transportation needs are met for the activities. With the WASH Project Manager and Area Manager, ensure that WASH activities and staff are conducted in accordance with NRC security procedures. Responsible for ensuring that he / she understands and follows NRC security and safety guidance at all times.   Critical interfaces Area Manager, WASH Specialist, Support Coordinator & Safety & Security Officer. Shelter, Education, CSMC, and ICLA Project Managers and M&E Technical Specialist Displaced populations and host-community Local authorities, humanitarian partners   2.      Competencies  1. Professional competencies   Academic Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering, water management or similar related field   Generic professional competencies for this position: Minimum 3 years of proven relevant field experience, preferably within humanitarian context; Practical experience with planning and execution of relevant projects; Experience in capacity building and community based programming; Experience in staff performance management; Experience of management of projects to deadlines; Experience in logistics/ admin / finance management; Experience of coordinating work; Experience of working in the geographical area; Proficient in English, both written and verbal; Proficient with Microsoft Office (EXCEL & WORD); Microsoft Access, Google Earth an advantage.   2. Behavioral competencies Managing resources to optimize results Handling insecure environments Empowering and building trust Managing performance and development   3.      Performance Management The following documents will be used for performance reviews: The Job Description The individual Work- and Professional Development Plan The Competency Framework