WATSAN TECHNICIAN_ Reserve Pool ( Beirut, Saida, Tripoli)

Main Purpose

Supporting the Watsan Supervisor in the implementation, monitoring, maintaining, and trouble-shooting of Water Hygiene Sanitation activities and infrastructure in the project according to MSF protocols, standards and procedures in order to improve health and living conditions of the target population.

Accountabilities

• Carrying out tasks directly related to the Watsan activities such as construction and maintenance of infrastructures in the project according to MSF protocols and standards concerning the operation of water supply, waste management and excreta disposal, hygiene and infection control.
• Ensuring the cleaning and maintenance of the Watsan structures and when applicable, of the medical facilities;
• Identifying, recruiting, training and supervising daily labourers or hygiene agents for Watsan activities
• Informing the Watsan Supervisor of any difficulties, anomalies and problems that may affect the normal functioning of activities and tasks in his/her area of responsibility;
• Assisting the Watsan Supervisor in Watsan data collection and reporting, as well as maintaining updated files and records of assigned project activities

Being responsible for equipment, tools, and consumables, verifying that they are safely used and maintained. Reporting to the supervisor any need of renewal and the weekly/monthly  consumption.

MSF Section/Context Specific Accountabilities

• Support emergency water trucking activities, including distribution monitoring and record keeping.
• Carry out repair and maintenance of toilets, showers, and water supply networks in IDPs shelters and collective sites.
• Support desludging of septic tanks and wastewater management in coordination with service providers.
• Conduct cleaning and disinfection of water storage tanks according to MSF standards.
• Support solid waste collection and disposal, liaising with local stakeholders for final disposal.
• Implement vector control activities as required.
• Assist with the installation of additional emergency sanitation facilities (toilets, showers, handwashing points).
• Participate in EH/NFI distributions with Logistics and HP teams.
• Ensure proper management and maintenance of Watsan tools, equipment, and stocks, and report needs to the supervisor.

Requirements

Education: Technical certification or proven background, desirable specialization in water and sanitation

Experience: At least one year of previous experience in technical works.

Languages: Full proficiency in Arabic, preferrable proficiency in english 

Computer Skills : Proficiency in Microsoft Office preferred

Competencies :

• Results and Quality Orientation L1
• Team work and Cooperation L1
• Behavioural Flexibility L1
• Commitment to MSF Principles L1
• Stress Management L2