Integrated Approach Activity Manager

TASK Goals / aims : Under the authority of the WASH & Shelter Program Manager, the Integrated Approach Activity Manager will be responsible for: Implementing the activities and meeting the objectives as defined in the operation proposals Supervising the operational team dedicated to the project: Community Engagement Officers, Construction Supervisors… Ensuring the timely implementation of the “Integrated approach project” activities, that SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL’s quality standards are met and proposes adjustments or developments to ensure relevance if necessary     The Activity Manager will be required to:   Task description: Assessments and project conception Participate in the preparation and implementation of assessments Participate in the definition of means (human and material) to mobilize for activities/ program implementation. Participate in the development of the team’s capacities (technical and methodological) Project Implementation Plan and supervise the implementation of the Integrated Approach 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 Integrated Approach activities implementation process from Community involvement to Technical Assessment and then implementation and monitoring Regularly visit the activities’ sites and attend community meetings Identify and anticipate any risks and constraints related to the project activities and propose alternate strategies to the Program Manager In collaboration with the WASH & Shelter Program Manager and the expertise of the Basic Assistance 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 Prepare Internal Order Forms (IOF) and follow orders in collaboration with the logistics department Support the 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) Team management Partake in the recruitment of national technical staff With the administrative department, define the prerequisites for the 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 teams and inform the 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 & Shelter 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 Monitoring and Evaluation In collaboration with the WASH & Shelter Program Manager and the monitoring team adapt the monitoring and evaluation tools and methodologies as necessary Support the monitoring and evaluation of surveys conducted Draft reports based on the monitoring and evaluation surveys conducted.  Reporting Report activities to the WASH & Shelter Program Manager Implement the regular reporting for the WASH & Shelter activities progress using the appropriate formats, reports and databases 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 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 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 Program Manager and Program Coordinator Represent SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL in collaboration with the Program Manager for the projects/activities to the relevant bodies: local authorities, sector, partners, … within his/her employment location     POSITION LOCATION IN THE ORGANISATIONAL CHART  (hierarchical and functional) Under the hierarchical authority of:                WASH & Shelter Program Manager Hierarchical authority (on base) over:             Construction supervisors, Community Engagement Officers Under the functional authority of:                   NA Functional authority over:                                 NA     Candidate’s profile:   Diploma related to Urban Planning, Architecture, Engineering Previous experience in technical projects involving a strong community involvement 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 GIS software is a plus   Good spoken and written Arabic and English   Driving licence