WASH officer

Essential Responsibilities and Duties

Support in assessing the appropriateness of different “Hard” WASH programming options, proceed with the selection of the targeted communities according to the feasibility of different program activities

Manage the activities related to the “Hard” WASH program/project implementation in the different target communities, including regular visits to observe progress of program/project implementation

Manage the monthly activity planning as per set targets (monthly, quarterly, annually) and deadlines by the Program/Project Plan of Action in close collaboration with the DMU WASH Field Officers

Monitor and evaluate the implementation of the program to determine more areas for improvement and best practices

Maintain effective and efficient oversight, support, quality control and reporting systems and processes

Ensure updated project documents, for quality and timely implementation of project

Ensure regular field monitoring and modifications as required

Maintain database/archive/records of reports and project documents

Adhere to reporting guidelines for field trips, trainings etc.

Provide direction and monitor field staff/volunteers in their implementation of the work plan and quality of technical activities

Facilitate requirements and make recommendation for planned activities

Manage day-to-day logistics, administration, and personnel activities (including any local, contracted personnel/daily labor) in accordance with national law and organizational guidelines

Facilitate and support in organizing planning meetings and workshops when required

Ensure relevant thematic issues are mainstreamed in the “Hard” WASH program if appropriate

Ensure that gender, protection, the environment, and other important cross- cutting concerns are taken into account in program design, implementation, and reporting; ensure that activities reflect the needs of specific groups and individuals e.g. elderly people, children, and people with disabilities

Operational/Technical Roles and Responsibilities

Contribute to tool development, planning sessions, and attend coordination meetings as requested by the WASH Manager

Supervise and monitor the implementation of the LRC DMU WASH NFI distributions

Supervise and monitor the implementation of contractors/subcontractors

Provide supervision, guidance and oversight to field-based construction including WASH Focal Persons to ensure quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) of construction works and adherence to design specifications and standards

Feedback from beneficiaries and conduct informal reports on installation of “Hard” WASH facilities

Develop an archive with descriptions and projects for each site for documentation and future reference

Manage the HQ WASH Team fleet request and ensure needed follow up

Coordinate closely with the LRC DMU “Soft” Wash Officer on all relevant issues in order to ensure a successful and complete WASH program implementation on all levels.