Wash Project Manager

  All NRC employees are expected to work in accordance with the organisation’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 (max 10) These responsibilities shall be the same for all positions with the same title. The responsibilities shall be short and essential. Details belong in the Work and Development plan. Develop, coordinate and manage the Bekaa Lebanon WASH and Shelter project in Informal Tented Settlements (ITS), in line with proposals, strategies and donor requirements. Manage, train and develop the Bekaa Lebanon ITS WASH & Shelter team Ensure high technical quality and transparent processes Adherence to WASH tools and handbooks and other NRC policies Represent WASH and Shelter in internal and external forums in Bekaa Lebanon Responsible for project documentation Develop, manage and monitor the budget(s) according to Financial Handbook and donor requirements. Transparent and cost efficient procurement of goods Promote the rights of Refugees and explore and asses new and better ways to assist Implement project specific protection priorities Specific responsibilities These responsibilities shall be adapted to the particularities of the job location and context, phase of operation, strategic focus and type of intervention. This section shall be revised whenever a new employee is hired or the context changes significantly. Capacity building of  a young WASH & Shelter ITS team (officers and assistants) and capacitate a national counter-part Coordinate with Logistics department on the relevant supply chain processes. Coordinate emergency responses in ITSs. Monitor new refugees settlements on a regular basis and coordinate with other NGOs, UNHCR and UNICEF to make sure gaps are being addressed Design WASH and Shelter technical solutions for Informal settlements, taking into account people with special needs, vulnerabilities and coping mechanisms. Focus on Community empowerment and sustainability Critical interfaces By interfaces, NRC means processes and projects that are interlinked with other departments/units or persons. Relevant interfaces for this position are: CCB : Camp management will be setup in NRC WASH Informal Settlements interventions where possible ICLA: refer cases in need of ICLA support and coordinate on service mapping. 2.      Competencies Competencies are important in order for the employee and the organisation to deliver desired results. They are relevant for all staff and are divided into the following two categories: 1. Professional competencies These are skills, knowledge and experience that are important for effective performance. Academic Qualifications: Master/ Bachelor degree or equivalent in Civil, Hydraulic, Environment or Public Health Engineering Degree in management or social work is a plus Generic professional competencies: •             Minimum 3 years of experience from working as a Project Manager in a humanitarian/recovery context •             Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts •             Senior technical WASH expertise Relevant Shelter Expertise •             Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities •             Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile •             Fluency in English, both written and verbal •             Valid driver’s license Context/ Specific skills, knowledge and experience: Knowledge of the context of Refugees informal settlements Knowledge of Arabic, written and verbal Experience with start-up of projects Strong capacity building knowledge 2. Behavioral competencies (max 6) These are personal qualities that influence how successful people are in their job. NRC’s Competency Framework states 12 behavioural competencies and the following are essential for this position: Managing resources to optimize results Managing performance and development Empowering and building trust Handling insecure environments 3.      Performance Management The employee will be accountable for the responsibilities and the competencies, in accordance with the NRC Performance Management Manual. The following documents will be used for performance reviews: The Job Description The Work and Development Plan The Mid-term/End-of-trial Period Performance Review Template The End-term Performance Review Template The NRC Competency Framework