UN High Commissioner for Refugees,WASH Officer (roving)Jobs in Tanzania

Closing date: 22 Feb 2016

OPERATIONAL CONTEXT

Current Situation

Due to the recent
tensions in Burundi, refugee movements into Tanzania dramatically increased in
the recent months, with most originating from various locations in Burundi such
as Nyazalake, Gitega and Bujumbura, arriving with almost no belongings and
often in poor health. As of 30 of October 2015, close to 100,000 Burundian
refugees, had been registe
red. UNHCR and its partners are closely coordinating
with the Government of Tanzania, particularly the Refugee Services Department,
the Ministry of Home Affairs and other Government departments, including
Immigration, Border Management and Control and the Office of the Prime Minister
at the national level. Owing to the Government of Tanzania¿s open border policy
almost all refugees fleeing Burundi benefited from unrestricted access and
asylum on a prima facie basis. The number of new arrivals has now, however,
reached such a volume that Nyarugusu refugee camp has exceeded its capacity. As
a result two new campsites have been identified in Nduta and Mtendeli and are
under initial phase of development. A Relocation Plan has been approved to
relocate 50.000 refugees from Nyarugusu camp to the two new campsites
commencing October 2015 in preparation to mitigate the risks of the approaching
rainy season. The on-going situation in Burundi continues to generate new
arrivals, some of whom have experienced sexual assaults or rape. There are also
separated and unaccompanied children, as well as persons with connections to
security or military forces, for which screening and separation must be
insisted. ,The impending change in weather condition necessitates the urgent
relocation of refugees living in flood-prone areas of Nyarugusu.

Desirable Attributes

Interpersonal
Skills: Given the complex nature of the operation, the incumbent needs to be a
dynamic team player, with demonstrated commitment to gender equality. Good
planning, managerial, leadership skills and maturity in communication and
decision making are essential attributes. The incumbent should have a profile
which includes field experience and working in a diverse team. Good writing and
language skills in English are required. Qualified and experienced female and
male candidates are sought. Travel on monitoring, training and other missions
will be undertaken.

Working and Living
Conditions

UN Security Level-2
is currently in place, which implies that official and private road travel by
staff is limited as per the MOSS and all official missions in this region
should not begin before 07:00 and be in a secure location no later than 18:30.
Police escorts are required as per MOSS for travel by road between Kibondo to
Kasulu. Security escort is not required for travel from Kasulu to Kigoma Town.
Road transport from Kibondo to Kigoma requires armed police escort.

Security
Considerations

Additional Factors

Although Kibondo
appears as a Family Duty Station as per ICSC Classification of Duty stations it
is NOT a place that can accommodate a family in good conditions. Health and
educational facilities are not available and housing options very limited.

JOB DESCRIPTION

DUTIES AND
QUALIFICATIONS

ORGANIZATIONAL
CONTEXT

In order to ensure
wider reach out to the refugees and ensure their close involvement in the delivery
and management of the Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH) services, the
incumbent will need to establish an appropriate consultative and monitoring
framework which would draw the experience and expertise of a wide range of
actors both internally and externally.

The WASH Officer
(Roving) will be responsible for provision of professional technical support
and guidance on activities within the areas of WASH. Furthermore, the incumbent
is required to play a lead role in formulating appropriate project proposals
and assistance activities that should be incorporated into the relevant country
programmes of UNHCR. The WASH Officer will receive the technical backup and
support from the Regional WASH Officer and/or the Senior WASH Officer in HQ.¨

FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT

Accountability WASH
services provided to refugee and others persons of concern to UNHCR are based
on UNHCR country and /or internationally recognised and most up-to date
standards and policies.
Sound technical support and advice are provided to country operation in the
field of WASH.

There is viable
monitoring and evaluation system in place for data collection, analysis and
interpretation to serve as evidence base for planning and interventions.
Responsibility

Provide technical
assistance to UNHCR country offices and programmes in the development,
integration and mainstreaming of appropriate and cost effective WASH
programmes.
Undertake needs and resource assessments with Governments and partners in order
to prioritize needs and activities in provision of services to refugees and
others persons of concern to UNHCR.
Support country operations to define the level and scope of UNHCR involvement,
expressed in tern of overall and operational objectives during emergency
situations as well as in care and maintenance and repatriation/reintegration
programmes.
Support country operation to participate in review and analysis of relevant
project proposal and budgetary submissions presented by UNHCR partners within
context of UNHCR programme cycle.
Ensure that project plan and proposal submitted to UNHCR for funding adhere to
internationally accepted standard.
Ensure establishment of strong viable WASH monitoring system, including monthly
data collection and KAP survey.
Maintain and update WASH contingency plan for potential epidemics, refugee and
returnee movement.
Work in a multi-sectorial and coordinated approach in co-operation with
Governments, UN agencies, non-Governmental organizations (NGO¿s) and other
humanitarian partners.
Work closely with UNHCR programme, field and protection staff to identify
priority WASH and key data requirements for programme planning and monitoring
to ensure that minimum UNHCR and international standards are being met.
Use community-based approaches, including clear involvement of refugees in the
hygiene promotion and others sector that are related to WASH.
Ensure regular update and share information within UNHCR as well as with
relevant Government, UN and NGO counterparts and donor communities.
Monitor and evaluate country-level WASH programmes against standard UNHCR and
international indicator to ensure that programmes are evidence-based and
implemented in a comprehensive and cost effective manner.
Make provisions for the installation of WASH services in any new camp or camp
extension identified for the settlement of refugees.
Facilitate capacity strengthening activities of UNHCR and its
implementing/operational partners to address key areas of WASH importance to
refugees and other persons of concern to UNHCR.
Build the capacity and competence of UNHCR¿s Public Health and WASH staff.
Ensure WASH is adequately addressed in in-house capacity building activities of
the agency such as emergency and operations training.

Provide other duties
as required.
Authority

Provide guidance and
recommendations on WASH programmes in the country.

Represent UNHCR in
WASH meetings as well as in technical monitoring of activities

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

University
degree in water and sanitation engineering / water resources development
and/or postgraduate degree in one of the civil engineering disciplines
(water supply and/or hydrology) or sanitation/hygiene engineering.
Minimum
8 years (6 years with Advanced University Degree) of progressively
responsible functions in water/sanitary engineering or a related field in
developing countries dealing with large scale WASH activities. At least 3
years of this experience should be in a capacity directly relevant to the
current position in an international humanitarian organisation dealing
with large scale emergencies or displaced/refugee situations.
Ability
to coordinate a range of diverse actors and activities to achieve a common
objective in the area of WASH is essential.
Demonstrated
experience in organising and conducting training activities and
information campaigns in the areas of environmental sanitation, natural
resources management, water quality, bore-hole drilling, vector control
and appropriate technologies are important elements for this post.
Proven
technical expertise in area of WASH assessment including surveys,
programme implementation, monitoring and evaluation, and coordination is
required.
Exposure
to UNHCR mandate, its priorities and principles.
Knowledge
and experience of working with local partner agencies with a capacity to
provide formal and informal training.
Proficiency
in basic computer software such as MS Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Word,
water modelling software, GIS.
Excellent
knowledge of English and/or French (depending on the country of assignment)
and working knowledge of another relevant UN language.

DESIRABLE
QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES

Experience
and professional training in one of irrigation, site planning, or shelter
with a good understanding of the main issues in the other two sectors. To
this end, an advanced degree and additional training in one or more of the
above sectors would be useful.
Applied
knowledge in UNHCR programme management, project formulation, programme
cycles and reporting standards.
Previous
exposure to cluster approach, preferably both at the global policy level
and at field level.
Expertise
in planning, formulation, implementation, monitoring and reporting on
humanitarian operations.