Wash Csp Coordinator

All NRC employees are expected to work in accordance with the organization’s core values: dedication, innovation, inclusivity and accountability. These attitudes and believes shall guide our actions and relationships.  1.      Role and responsibilities The Project Coordinator is responsible for coordination of the WASH Community Support Project (CSP) within the Bekaa area. General Responsibilities Participate and contribute in the identification of areas of intervention in relation to community support projects. Develop procedures for the implementation of the WASH CSP in accordance with NRC principles Ensure that all project activities are in accordance with budget lines and work plans Develop the capacity and responsibilities of WASH staff Prepare and follow up on project procurement plans Design adapted WASH community support solutions for the different areas of and types of intervention, taking into account the National WASH strategy standards, SPHERE standards and special needs. Ensure that the WASH CSPs are in accordance with NRC Standards and local regulations Prepare and implement the WASH CSP M&E plan in coordination with the M&E department to ensure the WASH project meets its objective and expected quality. Ensure a constructive cooperation with NRC’s other Core Competencies: CSMC, Shelter, ICLA and Education Prepare/contribute to reporting on project activities according to agreed deadlines Ensure a constructive coordination with the local authorities and other international NGOs (WASH and Health) as well as UN agencies. Attend the local WASH Working Group meetings. Specific responsibilities Identify areas of implementation of Community Support Projects (CSP) based on NRC guidelines Meet with local authorities to get the required approvals for CSP implementation Ensure that CSPs are relevant and linked to NRC humanitarian response Proceed to tender document writing including: Bill of Quantities, Technical Specifications and Scope of Work Review contractors and suppliers’ tender specification Prepare work plan and monitoring plan for each CSP Supervise contractors work during the implementation phase Coordinate with Logistics department on suppliers’ selection Coordinate Security department on the access of new areas of intervention Critical interfaces By interfaces, NRC means processes and projects that are interlinked with other departments/units or persons within NRC. Relevant interfaces for this position are: Shelter: Small Shelter Unit (SSU) project: ensure that CSPs benefit to SSU beneficiaries, if possible Informal Settlements: ensure that CSPs benefit to ITS beneficiaries, if possible Collective Site Management and Coordination: ensure that referrals from CSMC linked to municipal infrastructures are taken into consideration (CSMC) Education: ensure that CSPs benefit to public schools or learning centers when possible 2.      Competencies Competencies are important in order for the employee and the organisation to deliver desired results. They are relevant for all staff and are divided into the following two categories:  A. Professional competencies These are skills, knowledge and experience that are important for effective performance. Academic Qualifications: Master/ Bachelor degree or equivalent in Civil, Hydraulic, Environment or Public Health Engineering Degree in management or social science is a plus Generic professional competencies for this position: At least 2 years of relevant experience in a humanitarian/recovery context High level of management and coordination of staff Excellent project management skills Previous experience of working in complex and volatile context Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile Fluency in English, both written and verbal Context/specific skills, knowledge and experience: Knowledge of the context of refugees Knowledge of Arabic, written and verbal Experience with start-up of projects Strong capacity building knowledge B. Behavioral competencies These are personal qualities that influence how successful people are in their job. NRC’s Competency Framework states 12 behavioural competencies, and the following are essential for this position: Managing resources to optimize results Handling insecure environments Empowering and building trust Managing staff performance and development