Wash Officer

  PURPOSE OF THE JOB Accountable for professional technical contribution to programme/project design, planning, administration, monitoring and evaluation of WASH programme/project activities, data analysis and progress reporting, and commitment for enhancement of teamwork and capacity building, in support of achievement of planned objectives of the work plan, aligned with country programme goals and strategy. KEY END-RESULTS 1. Accurate, complete and up-to-date information made available for effective budget preparation, programme and project design, implementation, management and evaluation including emergency preparedness and response 2. Programme efficiency and effectiveness enhanced through effective implementation follow-on. 3. Progress reports and project work plans timely prepared, and effective technical assistance provided in the identification of required supplies and equipment, and in the drafting of Country Programme Recommendation and other project documentation, with specific attention to gender/sex disaggregation of relevant indicators. 4. Appropriateness and completeness of financial and supply documentation as well as adherence to established allotments ensured. 5. Knowledge sharing with counterparts, WASH sectoral stakeholders, donors and media promoted. 6. Effective communication and networking achieved through partnership and collaboration. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES and DUTIES & TASKS  Within the delegated authority and under the given organizational set-up, the incumbent may be assigned the primarily, shared, or contributory accountabilities for all or part of the following areas of major duties and key end-results. 1. Programme/Project Management Ensure the availability of accurate, complete and up-to-date information required for effective WASH programme and project design, implementation, management, monitoring and evaluation. Draft sound WASH programme budgets for review by the supervisor including steps to enhance emergency preparedness and response. 2. Programme Efficiency and Effectiveness Enhance programme efficiency and effectiveness through evidence based approach and implementation follow-on, including monitoring UNICEF inputs, local conditions and resources, flow of supply, non-supply and emergency assistance and WASH programme status. 3. Work Plan and Programme Documentation Analyze collected data and information and prepare progress reports; draft changes in WASH project work plans and assist in identification of required supplies and equipment (for both development and emergency orientated activities) as well as in the drafting of Country Programme Recommendation and other programme documentation, assuring accuracy and consistency with established rules, regulations and plans of action. 4. Programme Implementation Information and DataEnsure the appropriateness of financial, administrative and supply documentation; verify that WASH programme expenditures are within allotments and that data is consistent with the programme information and database (e.g., FLS, ProMS). Follow up on queries or initiate corrective action on discrepancies. Collaborate with Monitoring & Evaluation office on maintaining a gender & equity focus in WASH data collection and reporting. 5. Knowledge Sharing Compile WASH programme implementation training and orientation materials to promote knowledge sharing with counterparts, WASH sectoral stakeholders, donors and media. 6. Communication and Networking Ensure effective communication and networking developed and maintained through partnership and collaboration. • Collaborate with Operations staff to implement internal controls systems and resolve day-to-day issues or discrepancies in financial or supply management. • Team with local Government counterparts and sectoral stakeholders to exchange information on WASH programme implementation and status, capacity and vulnerability/risk mapping preparedness as well as movement, prepositioning and distribution of supplies. • Coordinate with members of the development community, including NGOs, UN and bilateral agencies in the exchange of information relating to WASH sector. Where appropriate support the IASC WASH Cluster during preparedness and response to emergencies. JOB GRADE FACTORS  P I- The scope of the job duties range from appropriate data collection and analysis, the timely preparation of routine, concise and accurate monitoring reports, including monitoring project status and the flow of supply and non supply assistance, recommending appropriate adjustments as required, to preparation of timely and accurate budget reports.- The job requires primarily professional analytical and contributory technical work, including collection and assembly of data and background information; prepares tables, graphs or other statistical data for technical review and monitoring purposes. Individual decisions will be mostly technical judgement on the processing of the work, subject to the consent from the supervisor. The work must contribute to the achievement of team’s planned objectives at the professional quality level. The supervisor guides and oversees the work process, progress and end-results. - Professional support work includes administration of ongoing programmes/projects (development and emergency) within established rules and regulations. QUALIFICATION and COMPETENCIES ( [  ] indicates the level of proficiency required for the job.)1. Education: University degree in one of the disciplines relevant to the following areas: Public Health, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Geology, Hydrology, Sanitation Engineering, or a field relevant to international WASH related development assistance.Additional training in Health Education or Communication for Development (Programme Communication), an asset.2. Work Experience: One year of professional work experience in the UN or other international development organization or private sector and national government and field work experience.Background/familiarity with Emergency (preparedness and response).3. Language Proficiency : Fluency in English and Arabic language 4. Competency Profile (For details on competencies please refer to the UNICEF Professional Competency Profiles.)  i) Core Values (Required)• Commitment     • Diversity and Inclusion    • Integrityii)  Core Competencies (Required)• Communication  [ II ]  • Working with People  [ I ]  • Drive for Results  [ I ]                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         ii) Functional Competencies (Required)• Formulating Strategies and Concepts  [ I ]            • Analyzing   [ II ]       • Applying Technical Expertise   [ II ]                       • Learning and Researching    [ II ]                       • Planning and Organizing   [ I ]    iii)  Technical Knowledge    [ I ]                                 a) Specific Technical Knowledge Required [ I ] (Technical knowledge requirements specific to the job can be added here as required.)  •  Essential professional knowledge of one of the technical areas of UNICEF programmes.•  Essential Technical Knowledge of theories, principles and methods in one or more of the following areas: communication for behavior change, WASH in schools rural water supply projects implementation, planning, evaluation, appropriate water supply and quality technology i.e.: community based water supply, controlling water borne related diseases.•  Background/familiarity with Emergency(preparedness and response).•  Gender and diversity awareness b) Common Technical Knowledge Required (for the job group) [ I ] Knowledge of the latest theories, technology and practices in:•  Community based sanitation i.e.: hygiene education or latrine construction and waste management.General knowledge of:•  Methodology of programme/project management•  Programmatic goals, visions, positions, policies and strategies for sectoral programmes•  Knowledge of global human rights and gender issues, specifically relating to children and women, and the current UNICEF position and approaches.•  Knowledge of global environmental issues that pertain to sustainable development and specifically relation to children and woman, and the current UNICEF position and approaches.•  UNICEF policies and strategy to address WASH issues, including those relating to conflicts, natural disasters, recovery, disaster risk reduction and environment. •  UNICEF financial, supply and administrative rules and regulations.•  Rights-based and results-based approach and programming in UNICEF. •  UNICEF programme policy, procedures and guidelines in the Manual.•  Mid-Term Strategic Plan •  Government development plans and policies •  UNICEF Board endorsed policy papers and agency-wide programmes impacting on WASH results. •  Knowledge and proficiency in the use of corporate office computer system applications and software, including LAN, email, word processing, spreadsheet, database, telecommunications.•  Gender equality and diversity awarenessc) Technical Knowledge to be Acquired/Enhanced (for the Job) [ I ]•  Government development plans and policies •  Knowledge of local conditions and country legislation relevant to UNICEF programmes•  UN policies and strategy to address international humanitarian issues and the responses including the IASC cluster approach.•  UN common approaches to programmatic issues and UNICEF positions•  UN security operations and guidelines.