Solidarities International is a French humanitarian organization which provides aid and assistance to victims of war or natural disaster. For over 38 years the association has focused on meeting three vital needs - water, food and shelter. Currently present in Nigeria since 2016 and is present in North-Eastern part of Nigeria. Currently, SI carries out emergency / post - emergency programs in WASH sector in North West region of Nigeria.
The activity manager is in charge of carrying out and accomplishing the objectives as defined in the operation proposals.
He/she is responsible for the supervision of the operational teams assigned the WASH / NFI /Shelter activity.
He/she must ensure that the WASH/ Shelter activities are well executed and deliver quality results, where appropriate, proposes adjustments or developments to ensure relevance.
List of Main Tasks
Diagnostics and Project Conception:
Participate in the preparation and implementation of diagnostics
Participate in the design and the financial dimension of the human and logistical programs to implement
Prepare the appendixes and technical chapters (of logical framework) of operation proposals
Implement the activities in compliance with the annual operational strategy, SOLIDARITES International’s technical requirements and the donor’s criteria
Participate in the development of the WASH/Shelter team’s capacity in regard to techniques or new methodologies
Implementation and Operational Follow-up:
Plan the WASH/Shelter activity (ies) with the support department (Administration, logistics) according to the set objectives
Assess the relevance of activities, the effectiveness of interventions, and their appropriateness in light of changing circumstances and the needs of populations
Propose adjustments to programs if necessary
Make sure the objectives for the activity(ies) under his/her responsibility are achieved
Suggest and implement monitoring indicators for the WASH/Shelter activity(ies) and context
Use the SI management and monitoring tools for the activities, results and context
Plan and supervise the implementation of the WASH/Shelter activity(ies) under his/her responsibility
Anticipate difficulties in the carrying out of the WASH/Shelter activity(ies) and facilitate problem solving
Suggest new …activity… activity directions in accordance with context and indicators
In cooperation with the administrative department, help draw up budgets for his/her activity(ies), budget follow up and proposal budgets for the program parts
Prepare Internal Order Forms (IOF) and follow orders using the logistics service
Report the state of decentralized inventory to the logistics department (“field” inventory)
Capitalization:
Write the capitalization documents in accordance with SI tools
Prepare handover reports before the end of his/her employment contract and forward them to concerned parties in the mission and at headquarters
Ensure diffusion of SI technical documentation
HRM:
Recruit the national technical staff for his/her activity(ies)
With the administrative department, define the prerequisites for the WASH/Shelter vacant positions and, if necessary, adapt the referent job profile.
Welcome and brief new employees or volunteers working under his responsibility
Implement training activities in accordance with WASH/Shelter operational requirements and the identified training needs.
Serve as an intermediary between team leaders
Manage and support the team under his/her responsibility
Conduct workshops and regular or ad hoc meetings
Evaluate the performance of the members of his/her team(s)
Identify team members’ potential for advancement and communicate this information to the program manager/desk HR Referent
Make sure his/her team(s) follow the safety rules
Reporting / Communication / Representation:
Share with the appropriate authority any information on the security context and any event which may have consequences on SI activities and team safety
Write regular reports concerning the progress of the activity(ies) under his/her responsibility
Write reports and annexes concerning his/her activity(ies) for donor reports and/or amendment
Ensure compliance with reporting deadlines and guidelines
Communicate with team leaders concerning the progress and results of their activity(ies)
Maintain a local operational communication network and positive relations with the local/governmental authorities, donor representatives, UN and other international agencies in cooperation with the program manager and Program Coordinator
Represent Solidarités International in meetings or forums concerning the WASH/Shelter activities within his employment location
Represent SI on request and/or delegation
Respond to the requirements of Headquarters concerning specific needs
Write the administrative documents to be signed (MOU, handover…) jointly with governmental authorities, communities or partners
Profile:
Resident of Zamfara State (position not opened to delocalization)
Minimum of two years’ experience as Activity Manager or in a similar role
BSC degree in Engineering or similar background
Minimum of 2 years experience.
Excellent knowledge of word processing tools and spreadsheets (MS Office Word, Excel etc.)
Familiarity with electronic databases
Ability to deliver high-quality outputs in a timely manner
Fluent in spoken and written English, Hausa and Fulani, ability to read and write
A good listener, a good communicator, ability to prioritize and work with little supervision, team player, excellent interpersonal skills.
Good understanding of north west humanitarian context
Select Activity Manager - Gusau Base, Zamfara State, fill the form and attach your CV and motivation letter.
Note:
The CV attached must be named with your first name and surname.
Hard copy applications will also be received in our Solidarites Intenational Gusau Office at Karma Guess - Gusau not later than Tuesday 22nd December 2020!
As position is required as soon as possible
Solidarites International reserves the right to select a candidate and finalize the recruitment before the application closing date.