Wash Manager

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Programme Management (30%) To provide the overall management of Oxfam's WASH programmes in Bakaa Valley which include components of water/sanitation, public health and hygiene promotion. To support in preparation of funding proposals for further developing Oxfam's programme including developing and managing information systems and reporting project progress. To ensure adequate administrative and financial management including implementation of an appropriate monitoring system covering programme activities, results and impact.  To ensure high programme quality standards, through technical support and appropriate monitoring, in project cycle management. To integrate gender analysis into programme plans and implementation. Coordinate the maintenance of Oxfam's internal programme database system (OPAL) Undertaking performance management and development of WASH staff including setting objectives, providing feedback, and ensuring personal development through learning and development Periodically appraise the performance of the WASH and partner staff and, if applicable, contractors in the geographical area and identify areas that require support and capacity building Ensure that WASH staff and partners understand and apply health and safety rules and procedures.  Where necessary arrange adequate training to enforce these rules and procedures. Ensure that WASH staffs are aware of and abide by key internal and external protocols and principles (e.g. Code of Conduct, People in Aid, Oxfam’s draft sexual conduct policy).   2. Programme implementation: (70%) Work planning Support the planning of the WASH programme, specifically the development of infrastructure and hygiene promotion  (which may include  sanitation, behaviour change, solid waste management),  (city authorities, municipalities, municipal health offices) Contribute to Oxfam’s collaborative planning and implementation of appropriate WASH interventions by the geographic WASH team (and new response WASH teams if required)  integrating WASH with the different program sectors (EFSL, Protection) and support functions (HR, Logistics, Finance) according to identified priorities and the development phases as per plans  linked to the country strategy, Contribute to the development of Master Planning of WASH in local context Ensure that the sanitation and behaviour change services address the special needs of the elderly and disabled Contribute to the WASH team, partners, government departments and benefitting communities to prepare a realistic work plan based on initial and subsequent assessments and monitoring throughout the project. Monitor implementation of activities on WASH and behaviour change in the work plan and update the plan if required. Provide timely information on the procurement needs for WASH to the Oxfam support team (logistics, finance) for a procurement plan in accordance with the program work plan. Implementation Work with the National Staff , local partners and government authorities such as Municipalities ,  Health department , Water Authorities and relevant departments Adapt and implement appropriate participatory approaches for local capacity building for WASH. Organise the implementation of the planned interventions by the WASH team, involving communities, partners and local authorities in the activities as appropriate. Systematically assess the quality of work and its impact, whether completed or not, and if necessary make changes to ensure that quality standards (national, Oxfam (and Sphere in humanitarian contexts) are met. Ensure key commitments with communities and partners are achievable and respected. Carry out regular analysis of budget spend and status of HR and logistic needs. Staff Capacity building Identify, if possible, a junior staff member capable of taking over this job role with appropriate mentoring, training and support, and provide this support. Contribute to the assessment of development needs of staff, partners (including relevant local governmental departments) in WASH. Based on the assessment, support the development and implementation of a capacity building plan for staff and partners, drawing on the resources of the WASH Support Staff and other support functions in Oxfam, and external resources if necessary. Reporting Report regularly, orally and in writing to the Head of Office Zahle and technically coordinate with the  WASH Coordinator on the progress of implementation and challenges encountered against targets set, highlighting constraints and proposed solutions to resolve the issues Report to the Head of Office, and the Country WASH Coordinator, and if necessary the Country Director, any critical and urgent issues to do with the operation and security of the programme and, where necessary, the related actions taken to address them Use reporting formats for WASH activities reporting and regular reporting and databases. Participate in and maintain a timely and appropriate flow of information up and down the management line (including programmatic information, security issues, etc.) Ensure WASH information is appropriately fed into regular reports Accountability Apply quality control mechanisms and accountability systems in all programs and projects. Use information and feedback mechanisms within target communities including specific system to deal with beneficiaries’ complaints/ constraints Use, jointly with the other teams, consulting and decision making mechanisms for the most vulnerable groups during each phase of the programme (planning, implementation, and monitoring).  Ensure that Oxfam resources are used in a proper and transparent manner, following Oxfam procedures (financial, logistic and programme)   Assessment, Monitoring and Evaluation: Monitor implementation of the programmes and update regularly the work plan as required. Systematically evaluate the quality of works whether completed or not and provide recommendations for their improvement or their modification in order to ensure quality minimum standards (National, Oxfam (and Sphere in humanitarian operations)) in all WASH activities and interventions In coordination with the other technical teams (EFSL, protection) and following Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEAL) team recommendations, collect key data at the planned frequency for the MEAL Synthesise data from various sources in a format understandable by non-technicians to demonstrate an issue and/or a need for intervention Maintain a filing and recording system with all necessary information related to MEAL and program activities in a format understandable and usable for donor reporting and audit. Support the evaluation of WASH programmes in the geographic area   Partnership and capacity building Apply flexible modalities for working with technical partners according to their capacity and experience In collaboration with the other teams, contribute to the identification of capacity building needs of partners and development of a reinforcement plan for WASH.   Coordination and Representation Represent Oxfam GB in local coordination meetings. Provide information on WASH activities for Oxfam’s regular update of the WASH Cluster’s 3Ws of WASH activities in the geographic area and any other information required. Ensure co-ordination and integration with other components of the WASH Programme in the geographic area.   Emergency response On occasions, it may be necessary to reassign the WASH  Manager to support the response to other emergencies.  This will generally be at a similar level to this post with similar responsibilities.  It may also be necessary to act up in more senior role, including leading area-based response teams for public health.   SKILLS AND COMPETENCE: WASH Experience Technical background in Public Health Engineering and Public health promotion with a first or higher degree in a relevant subject (civil /water / sanitation engineering / social development, health, or other applied discipline). Experience can substitute for qualifications but not vice versa Minimum of 5 years of practical experience in WASH projects and programmes in a emergency response and development context, Specific experience in WASH in middle east would be an advantage Experience in working with local government authorities and communities Good understanding and experience of the responsibilities of government in relation to WASH in development and emergency contexts. Experience of appropriate methods to address public health needs and taking into consideration cross cutting issues such as gender and vulnerable groups Understanding of gender and protection issues Management and team work Strong administrative and management skills, including people management and team leadership Experience of mentoring staff and local partners Experience of capacity building of local government, partners and staff Ability to initiate, develop, plan and implement an integrated programme Strong communication, interpersonal and motivational skills Commitment to and ability to build and maintain strong interpersonal relationships in the team and with other actors. Training and facilitation skills Representation Ability to represent Oxfam at WASH Cluster and other relevant meetings and fora Diplomacy, tact, and cultural sensitivity Strong negotiating skills to work with both local governmental representatives and local beneficiaries Communication Good written and spoken English is essential. Ability to present concise and clear reports and presentations at short notice addressing operational activities and needs/problems and related solutions/recommendations Written and spoken Arabic  language is an advantage Commitment Commitment to the aims and beliefs of Oxfam including humanitarian principles and action and to Oxfam’s equal opportunity and gender policies