Water Sanitation And Hygiene Deputy Program Manager

ACF, an International NGO operating in Lebanon since 2006, is looking for a Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Deputy Program Manager. ACF offers a competitive salary package, a respectful and motivating working environment, trainings and promotion opportunities and is committed to core humanitarian values. Please visit : http://www.actioncontrelafaim.org/en for more information on the organisation. ACF is commited to the principles of non-discrimination and diversity and is particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people. ACF never asks applicants to pay anything during the recruitment process. It is entirely free. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES In coordination and under the supervision of the ACF South Head of Base and with the technical support S/he is responsible will be in charge of all technical activities related to construction and will ensure the efficient and smooth implementation of the WASH projects in ACF targeted areas. Supervise the all WASH related construction activities at field level. Ensuring the quality of work at field level Monitor field work according Supervisions of skilled and unskilled labour and ensure work as per international working hours and timely labour payments General support of ACF objective and initiative EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, CAPACITIES and APTITUDES Dynamic, good team player, result oriented and professional humanitarian aid worker with experience of WASH interventions. We are looking for a problem solver, with a flexible mind-set, the ability to deal with practical WASH emergency solutions and to think strategically.  Key requirements include: Technical knowledge in implementing WASH emergency interventions; Significant experience in working in collaboration with local partners, government bodies, INGOs and donor agencies; Excellent knowledge of project cycle management; Strong staff management and leadership skills; Ability to identify possible new activities and elaborate proposals for new projects, as well as the ability to report adequately to donors and headquarters. Excellent knowledge of water supply & construction or other certification in WASH infrastructure and experience. Expert in Excel software Must have demonstrated skills/knowledge in participatory approaches, analytical and gender – fair thinking and writing.   Ability to express clear ideas to various types of people is essential. Previous experience  : At least 5 years’ experience in designing and implementing Water Sanitation & Hygiene System in development and/or humanitarian projects in the NGO/INGO sector   DETAILED OBJECTIVES AND TASKS Objective 1: Programming Carry out (participate) in Technical assessments at field level. Help and supervise plan construction related activities in the assigned sites. Implement and monitor day-to day activities in collaboration with the skilled and unskilled labour. Prepare regular reports on the progress of construction for the assigned sites. Ensure the quality and quantity of material at field according to way bills. Ensure work complete as per work plan and schedules Resolve the conflicts on construction site. Issue and sign the work done certificates as per ACF design. Ensure the quality of construction work. Hand over the WASH infrastructure to local municipalities. Monitor the contractors work including the work plans and quality of work if needed. Ensure safety procedures and rules are respected in the field by all workers. Represent ACF with different community stakeholders at field level. Maintain good communication with beneficiaries and partner organizations on the field  Objective 2:  Team management Supervise and mentor the staff under his/her supervision as well as partners. Participate in staff training, helping to build technical capacity of staff, operators and partners in the area of WASH and FSL Mentor and coach colleagues and team members, building their capacity to obtain high quality results and impacts. Helps to develop and execute context-specific solutions to improve collaboration, coordination and performance. Ensure the good respect of working conditions while in office or in the field, especially the respect to ACF code of conduct and standard operating procedures for the area of operation and safety rules on the construction sites. Ensure staff appraisals are conducted and together with the WASH Head of Project, identify staff training needs and follow up for appropriate action with the WASH Head of Project, with recommendations for training and other capacity building measures. Objective 3: Finance and Administration. Organize day-to-day logistics, administration, and personnel activities Manage all related program equipment and materials in close consultation with the  logistics/procurement officer. Maintain and ensure proper Project asset register. Contribute to the supervision and control of expenses related with the activities of the project (procurement planning) Ensure the application of the log/kit forms and procedures pertaining to the supply chain, procurement, transport/movement, Supervise specific project (s) budget forecast and follow up Participate in the design of new budgets. Objective 4: Reporting. Report the progress of the work to his /Her inline supervisor and material used   Report possible problem or conflict during the activities Report weekly activities and transportation needs. Contribute to Projects and beneficiaries data collection and reporting Regular reporting to WaSH HoP and Head of base. Objective 5: Security. Respect the security rules specified in the mission and base security plan, see to it that the team under his/her responsibility complies with the security plan and perform the security management tasks that can be assigned in its protocols. Communicate to the security managers of the working location any security related information or noncompliance with the security plan.