Graduate WASH Assistant - Technical at the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) - Monguno

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a non-governmental, humanitarian organization with 60 years of experience in helping to create a safer and more dignified life for refugees and internally displaced people. NRC advocates for the rights of displaced populations and offers assistance within the shelter, emergency food security, and water, sanitation and hygiene sectors.

We are recruiting to fill the vacant position below:

Job Title: WASH Assistant - Technical

Location: Monguno, Borno
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Period: 4 Months with possibility of extension

Job Description

• In light of the displacement in the north eastern part of Nigeria, NRC is about to start up an emergency response programme in Nigeria to respond to the humanitarian needs.
• In the coming months, the main focus for NRC would be conflict affected populations including IDPs, returnees and the local communities in Borno State.
• NRC will initially be starting activities in the area of food security, water and sanitation and shelter/NFI sectors. NRC is therefore seeking a WaSH Technical Assistant in Monguno, Nigeria. The Wash Technical Assistant reports to the WaSH Officer.

Generic Responsibilities
These responsibilities shall be the same for all positions with the same title. The responsibilities shall be short and essential. Details belong in the Work and Development plan:

• Implement and maintain NRC’s shelter procedures and guidelines
• Ensure adherence to NRC’s policies and procedures
• Ensure a that the beneficiaries and community are involved in the project implementation
• Implement and maintain a filing system for all project documents according to procedures
• Ensure that procurement, development and distribution of materials and equipment are timely and according to procedures
• Participate in the selection of beneficiaries and training for beneficiaries
• Performs any other duties as requested by the supervisor

Specific Responsibilities:

• The WASH Technical Assistant is expected to achieve the following during this contract period.
• To assist WASH Technical Officer in coordination of the WASH Technical activities according to strategy, proposals, budgets and plans
• To assist the WASH Technical officer in all aspects of WASH Technical programs planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation
• To assist in the identification of community water and sanitation needs
• To develop technical specifications and bills of quantities (BOQ) for works
• To assess the water and sanitation training needs of the community and assists in the development of appropriate training materials and plans
• Conducts water quality testing and sanitary inspection at water points
• Provides technical assistance to the WASH Technical officer and local counterparts on issues of water and sanitation information and communication strategies
• Assists in the establishment, and training of water point committees as well as monitoring their performance
• Assists in the compilation of weekly and monthly WASH Technical reports, program documents, project proposals, and budgets
• Involve and inform communities and community leaders about the activities
• Assist WASH Technical officer in Breaking down the annual operational plans into weekly, monthly and quarterly implementation plans
• To assist in ensuring that procurement, development and distribution of materials and equipment are timely and according to procedures
• Performs any other duties as requested by the WASH Technical Officer.
• Monitoring NFI distribution within the communities
• Assist in site planning activities for Water and sanitation activities implementation
• Supervise and contribute to the success of WASH Technical activities implementation
• Performs any other duties as requested by WASH Technical Officer

Qualifications

• B.Sc or Higher Diploma in Civil, Water Resources Engineering or Geology
• Minimum 1 years’ experience from working with WASH Technical projects in a humanitarian/recovery context. Experience from working with social work and/or with distribution of humanitarian assistance is an advantage.
• Previous years’ work experience in community based water, Sanitation programs; Work experience with an NGO is desirable
• Must have knowledge of emergency Water supply, Hygiene, Sanitation requirements and protocols
• Familiarity with international minimum standards of Hygiene, Sanitation and shelter service delivery (i.e., SPHERE) is an advantage
• Must have previous experience in training and Training of Trainers.
• Excellent communication skills – written and spoken – in English required.
• Fluency in one or more of the national/regional languages (Hausa and Kanuri preferred)
• Must be willing to work as a team member, take direction, and share technical skills with colleagues and counterparts
• Computer literacy in word processing and spreadsheets is required,
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, GPS, ArcGIS and Google Earth is strongly desirable
• Must be able to work under pressure

Personal Qualifications:

• Relevant experience in WaSH and knowledge in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel Powerpoint).
• Excellent inter personal and communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure, independently and with limited supervision.
• Highest standards of ethics and integrity
• Organised and a good planner and possess significant understanding of complex emergencies
• Ability to work in insecure environments
• Communicating with impact and respect
• All employees of the Norwegian Refugee Council should be able to adhere to our Codes of Conduct and the four organizational values: Dedicated, innovative, inclusive and accountable

Salary/Benefits

• According to NRC’s directions.

Application Closing Date
29th May, 2017.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application letters and updated CV's to: [email protected] The title of the position (WASH Assistant - Monguno) must be clearly indicated as the subject of the email.

Note

• Please note that to apply at NRC is FREE!!
• NRC does not ask for money or any form of favour for submission of application or employment.
• Any application received after the deadline will not be considered
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• The Norwegian Refugee Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women are particularly encouraged to apply to this position.