WATSAN ACTIVITY MANAGER

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Implementation

Participate in the preparation and implementation of assessments

Plan and supervise the implementation of the WASH activities according to the set objectives and SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL standards

Make sure the objectives for the activities under his/her responsibility are achieved and the deadlines are met

Partake in the whole WASH activities implementation process from Technical Assessment to implementation and monitoring

Regularly visit the activities’ sites

Identify and anticipate any risks and constraints related to the WASH activities and propose alternate strategies to the WASH Program Manager

In collaboration with the WASH Program Manager and the Outreach Team adapt the beneficiary selection methodology as necessary, in particular, the beneficiary selection criteria

Assess the relevance of activities, the effectiveness of interventions, and their appropriateness in light of changing circumstances and the needs of populations, propose adjustments to programs if necessary

Use the SI management and monitoring tools for the activities, results and context

Human resources management

Partake in the recruitment of national technical staff

With the administrative department, define the prerequisites for the WASH vacant positions and, if necessary, adapt the referent job profile

Welcome and brief new employees working under his/her responsibility

Prepare the planning of the team under his/her supervision

Organise regular meetings and workshops with program team members

Manage and support the team under his/her responsibility

Supervise and monitor potential conflicts within the team and inform the WASH Program Manager in case of problem

Identify any training needs and implement training activities in accordance with operational requirements

Participate in the development of the WASH team’s technical et methodological capacities

Evaluate the performance of the members of his/her team

Identify team members’ potential for advancement and communicate this information to the Program Manager

Monitor teams to ensure that they are adhering to health and safety regulations

Logistics and administration

Prepare Internal Order Forms (IOF) and follow orders in collaboration with the logistics department

Support the WASH Program Manager with the assessment of human needs, logistical and financial resources needed at different stages of the activities

Ensure that the safety of persons and equipment at intervention/project sites is guaranteed

Partake in the updating of tools for monitoring financial, logistical and operational activities (Operational Follow-Up, Project Planning Monitoring, Budget Follow-Up, indicators follow-up)

Compile the weekly schedules for transportation

Monitoring, Evaluation and coordination

In collaboration with the WASH Program Manager and the monitoring team adapt the monitoring and evaluation tools and methodologies as necessary

Support the monitoring and evaluation surveys conducted by the Outreach team and the construction supervisors.

In link with the WASH Program Manager, coordination with other operational departments

In link with the WASH Program Manager, coordinate with external actors

Reporting

Report any type of problem encountered on the field

Be responsible for the production of administrative documents to be signed jointly with governmental authorities, communities, beneficiaries or partners

Immediately report any problems or information that could affect the projects/activities or the security of the teams to the WASH Program Manager

Check with the team the arrival and departure to and from the field.

Ensure the collection and compilation of information about the progress of projects/activities from the team

Write regular reports on the progress of the activities for the WASH Program Manager

Partake in the drafting of reports and schedules/appendices related to the activities for donors and/or sponsors

Maintain a local operational communication network and positive relations with the local/governmental authorities, donor representatives, UN and other international agencies in cooperation with the WASH Program Manager

Represent SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL in collaboration with the WASH Program Manager for the projects/activities to the relevant bodies: local authorities, sector, partners, … within his/her employment location

Candidate’s profile:

Diploma related to Engineering

Human resources Management skills

Skills in planification of activities, follow up

Previous experience in technical projects involving a strong community involvement is a plus

Experience in small infrastructure and dealing with private contractors

Interest in community development projects

Previous experience in humanitarian field preferable

Strong social and communication skills

Diplomatic, understanding, problem solver 

Comfortable with standard office software

Capacity to use AUTOCAD software is a plus 

Good spoken and written Arabic and English 

Driving licence