Job Summary
Provide technical support and guide the implementation of WASHinterventions in the KIERP project to be implemented in Wajir, Tana River, Kilifi, Garissa and Mandera Counties.
Minimum Qualification:Bachelor
Experience Level:Mid level
Experience Length:2 years
Job Description
You
will be required to produce a current (within 3 months) Original Police
Clearance Certificate or waiting receipt during interview in case you
are shortlisted
Job Title : Project Officer – WASH & Construction
Reporting to : Project Manager
Grade Level : 12
Work Location : Various locations (Kilifi, Tanariver, Garissa, Mandera & Wajir)
Purpose of Position
Provide technical support and guide the implementation of WASHinterventions
in the KIERP project to be implemented in Wajir, Tana River, Kilifi,
Garissa and Mandera Counties. The WASH Officer will ensure the effective
and efficient implementation of activities related to Water Supply
Systems, Sanitation, Hygiene, construction infrastructures and multiple
use of water initiatives of Emergency in the respective county.
Major Responsibilities
Project Planning and Implementation 25%
Develop activity plans and budgets for technical support activities related to WASH.
Participate in the preparation of overall work plan and budget for WASH activities for specific Counties
Make
technical input into the planning and design of project specific
operational researches, including baseline and end line evaluation
related WASH on the project
Be
able to systemically review DIP/budget and other key implementation
tools and initiate innovative approaches that will open new frontiers
for WASH in emergency learning.
Technical support 25%
Build
capacity of field staff and partners (CBOs and Water Users Committees)
on WASH interventions, Water resource Management and practice to
effectively manage WASH facilities
Identify other opportunities in an ongoing manner that will add value to the overarching goal of the project.
Track
and prepare monthly, quarterly, bi-annual and annual progress reports
of activities relates to WASH KPIs/indicators; including documentation
of key lessons learnt and success stories.
Lead and contribute to the development of publications for peer-reviewed journals.
Ensure incorporation of economic empowerment and sustainability in all project interventions
Facilitate
timely and quality implementation of Water, sanitation and Hygiene
sector, other construction infrastructures and multiple use of water
initiatives within the project and cluster.
Ensure cross cutting themes are integrated into the WASH project
Ensure
that business processes, standards and guidelines related to WASH and
Construction initiatives are effectively applied in project
implementation.
Work
closely with relevant authorities to ensure all WASH interventions
deployed in the communities, facilities and schools are in alignment
with the WASH in emergency Standards.
Supervision
of contractors during implementation to ensure quality workmanship,
safety and value for money is achieved within schedule.
Supervise the Development and rehabilitation of appropriate WASH infrastructure in the emergency program
Facilitate
field visit for all respective line ministries to inspect progress of
works and validate all the inspection reports (this includes quantified
work done)
Carry out Technical Design of WASH and Construction projects as need arises
In
consultation with the County Government, conducting feasibility
studies, designing and preparing tender documents (includes bills of
quantities) and technical guidance to the program during tendering
process
Preparation of the tender documents (Technical Specifications, Drawings, Bills of quantities and Terms of Reference).
Maintain
an updated Site Book for all construction works, provide overall
construction site management in strict adherence to the approved designs
and facilitate Site-possession, handing over and commissioning of
projects
Facilitate
communities to identify viable WASH and construction projects and
negotiate for way leaves and easement and ensure their participation in
the implementation of the same
Quality Assurance - M &E, Reporting and Documentation 20%
Supervise
and Monitor WASH and Construction interventions in strict adherence to
WV Kenya, Kenya government regulations, WHO and the SPHERE standards.
Development of Project Designs and Annual Operation Plans. (4D matrices, DIPs, Annual Budgets).
Facilitate
WASH project surveys including but not limited to Environmental Impact
Assessments, Topographical Surveys, Baselines surveys, evaluations and
GIS activities.
Develop
quality monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, annual, situational and end of
projects reports in accordance with donors and WV Kenya requirements.
Ensure budgetary utilization is within acceptable limits/range.
Facilitate regular WASH & Construction review meetings for the WASH team as well as participate in the ADP review meetings
Ensures participatory monthly data collection are conducted (involving communities and partners) using the standardized tools
Supervision
of the construction processes of different water infrastructures to
their successful completion like test pumping process on the completion
of borehole drilling and acquisition and interpretation of the test
pumping data for the pumping plant design.
Document and disseminate best practices on Water, sanitation and Hygiene projects in the ADP.
Advocacy, Engagement, Partnership and Networking 10%
Ensure
representation of WV Kenya in key WASH and Construction stakeholder
forum/meetings at the Ward, Sub-County and County levels.
Actively participate in County level technical working groups on WASH relevant to policy forum.
Collaborate
with relevant ministries and other relevant partners at the County and
community levels to ensure integration and high level implementation of
all WASH activities.
Facilitate community education on Laws, Policies and Standards on WASH & Construction Service delivery.
Provide support to community led processes of monitoring public service delivery.
Ensure communities are mobilized and participate in their WASH projects
Capacity building 10%
Work
together with other staff/ to ensure that key trainings meets the
standard required to facilitate, provide knowledge and reinforcement of
desired WASH behaviour and practices.
Sensitize the staff and Community on environmental impact assessment (EIA) issues and the mitigating factors.
Support
preparation and conducting training for Water Users Associations to
empower them to run their own water supply systems on a sustainable way
Support preparation and conducting hygiene and sanitation promotion training sessions.
Resources Acquisition 5%
Support
development of technically sound funding proposals through provision of
information & data and review in collaboration with Project/Cluster
Managers and other sector specialists.
Mobilize the community for community contribution for project interventions
Others 5%
Perform any other duty as may be assigned by supervisor or designee from time to time
Participate and contribute in committees and task forces as may be required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Degree in Civil Engineering or Water Engineering
Minimum two years of work experience in WASH and construction, emergency response and related sectors.
Registered with Professional Body (EBK/KETREB)
Knowledge and application of auto/arch CAD and GIS
Ability
to conduct community WASH needs assessment, program planning,
implementation, monitoring and evaluation of project activities
Good understanding of SPHERE and other international standards.
Excellent English communication skills (both oral and written).
Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office and Microsoft Outlook
A team player, capable of building staff and community capacity through training.
Ability to take initiative, a team leader able to work with minimum supervision
Cross-cultural sensitivity and emotional maturity
Ability to maintain performance expectations in diverse cultural contexts
