FUNCTIONS
Activity relevance, quality and creation:
• Propose a technical approach, assist with the financial layout, workforce and logistics for the activities that are to be implemented
• Implement activities in accordance with Solidarités International technical requirements and financial donor criteria
• Collect information and assist in the quality analysis of the activities carried out
• Ensure that the purpose of the activities meets the requirement for durability and that all established norms and standards are complied with
• Ensure that the activities for which s/he is responsible reach the required results
Implementation and operational monitoring:
• Plan and supervise the implementation of the activities for which s/he is responsible, in accordance with the deadlines and technical specificities that have been set
• Use management, monitoring and evaluation tools in the activities.
• Supervise operational teams, contracted companies and communities, monitor the efficient use of resources provided
• Assist in creating committees, training and monitoring them
• Adhere to, measure and monitor activity and result indicators
• Pre-empt any difficulties linked to carrying out the activities and facilitate problem solving
• Propose that activities are adapted as the context and indicators change
• Prepare a list of personnel, material and financial resources with the program manager according to the set schedule
• Provide the logistics department with lists of stock that has been decentralized for the activity (“field” stock)
• Ensure compliance with national and international norms and quality standards relating to his/her activities
Human Resources Management:
• Support the Field Officer in solving problems between team members, or between teams and partners, communities and beneficiaries
• Identify and pass on team training needs, activities, etc.
• Supervise and support the teams that come under his/her responsibility
• Act as the liaison in the field between the various Team Leaders
• Assist in the performance reviews of those staff s/he supervises directly
• Put security measures in place during the implementation of activities and ensure compliance with these rules by staff under his/her supervision
Reporting / communication / representation:
• Pass on to the relevant person any information on the security context, or any event that may have potential consequences on Solidarités International activities and team security
• Write up reports on the progress of activities for which s/he is responsible
• On request, participate in meetings and workshops relating to his/her field of activity and write up minutes for them, if necessary  Fill out and update the activity sheet provided in the Tool box  Archive his/her monitoring tools and files in the Solidarités International office, where they can be accessed by the line manager
• Facilitate communication between Solidarités International and communities, authorities, beneficiaries and other parties in the area
• Communicate with Team Leaders on activity results
• Provide oral and written translation for the coordination team during meetings or site visits
• Write up handover and transition reports before the end of his/her employment contract, and pass these on to those parties concerned on the mission and at HQ
PROFILE
– Education: Humanitarian assistance, public health , civil engineering or other WASH-related diploma (license / master) preferred or relevant experience acquired through other means.
– Experience: Minimum 1 similar mission in humanitarian context, experience in WASH project management including design and planning, budget control, evaluation and reporting, experience in team management
– Technical skills and knowledge: Strong knowledge of the water and sanitation sector in post-emergency humanitarian situations.
Transferable skills: Efficiency, rigorous, organized, strong communication skills, diplomacy, autonomy –
Other desirable qualities:
Adaptability to changing work environment and possible volatile security situation.
Ability to work under pressure with heavy work load.
Languages:High level of English (mandatory), French (desirable)
DURATION 9 months (with possible extension depending on situation and funding)
STATUS Volunteer position
DOCUMENTS Thanks for sending your CV and cover letter through the following link: https://emea2.recruitmentplatform.com/syndicated/private/syd_apply.cfm?I…
Closing Date: Wednesday, 04 January 2012
