WASH Program Manager (Recruitment will be on rolling basis)

Main Role
The Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) Manager holds the overall responsibility for the successful initiation, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling and closing of the LRC DM Sector WASH program by proper coordination with branches and relevant stakeholders for the response to the Syrian Refugee Crisis and vulnerable Lebanese Host Communities.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties

Project Management Roles and Responsibilities

• Develop a detailed program/project plan aligned with the defined scope and objective of the program/project and monitor progress against the plan
• Mange and lead the Wash Program Team to ensure they have the necessary knowledge, tools and skills to perform the work
• Manage the coordination of all stakeholders and partners engaged in the project work
• Record and manage project issues and risks and escalate as necessary
• Provide regular status reports to Operation Coordinator

Operational Roles and Responsibilities

• Assess the appropriateness of different WASH programming options, proceed with the selection of the targeted communities according to the feasibility and appropriateness of different program activities
• Supervise the activities related to WASH program implementation in the affected areas, including regular visits to observe progress of implementation
• Supervise monitoring and evaluation of the program to determine more areas for improvement and best practices
• Provide direction and monitor LRC DM Sector HQ WASH staff in their implementation of the work plan and quality of technical activities
• Facilitate requirements and make recommendation for planned activities
• Ensure relevant thematic issues are mainstreamed in the 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
• Act as the beneficiary for inclusion and feedback. Create channels for dialogue between the WASH response and the affected population, to ensure appropriate technical interventions
• Facilitate arrangement and coordination for special activities as required by the National Headquarters through the DM
• Facilitate planning meetings and workshops when required
• Ensure development and facilitate requirement for 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
• Ensure maintenance of database/archive/records of reports and project documents
• Ensure reporting guidelines for field trips, trainings etc. are adhered to
• Ensure the LRC and donor reports are as per set schedules (monthly, quarterly and annually) on grant activities indicators and achievements are produced in quality
• Coordinate with the LRC DM Sector Support Service Coordinator/Team to ensure that budgets are designed in accordance with needs. Ensure that expenditures are planned and properly managed
• Supervise logistics, administration, and personnel activities (including any local, contracted personnel/daily labor) in accordance with national law and organizational guidelines
• Supervise the use of contractors/subcontractors as required, including defining scope of works, preparation of tender documents, bid evaluations, and contract management. Support in building the capacity of the branches in terms of Hard WASH components and technical knowledge
• Represent the LRC together with the Operations Coordinator to the Cluster meetings to be abreast of the latest cluster updates on who is working where, what, when in order to avoid duplication
• Prepare and conduct quarterly meetings for WASH FPs to ensure a good coordination and share experiences and best practices
• Develop project specific H&S plans and SWPs (Safe Work Practices) as required
• Ensure compliance with overall LRC WASH strategy and other relevant RC/RC guidelines
• Participate in meetings with LRC and Partners regarding progress of the project and clarifying issues/ concerns and ensuring implementation of agreements as the case may be
• Advise the LRC DM Sector Operations Coordinator and DM Coordinator in strategic matters with regards to the WASH Program when needed

Function Specific Experience

• Experience in designing and managing humanitarian multi-sector and multi-donor programs
• Sectorial experience in e.g. WASH programs, hygiene promotion activities, environmental activities, community-based approach

Industry Related Experience

• Previous experience in working with NGOs
• Previous experience as an LRC volunteer is an asset