Mercy Corps

Non-profit + 1 more

Deputy WASH Program Manager

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Description
Qualifications
  • Degree or a HND in Civil, Water Engineering, Geology or Environmental Health Sciences.
  • At least 7 years of relevant experience plus 1 year or more in supervision or team leadership position, preferably with an international NGO.
  • Excellent skills and experience in the assessment and supervision of WASH and rural projects
  • Proven ability to lead a team of professionals in the field of expertise in order to successfully achieve the objectives of the project.
  • Experience in water supply systems; boreholes, pumping, basic hydraulics, etc is required.
  • Creativity in program implementation with a demonstrated pattern of logical thinking. Sincere commitment to ensuring gender sensitivity in WASH activities is required.
  • Knowledge of humanitarian principles and its application to program implementation is highly required.
  • Computer literacy with good knowledge of Office applications and database is required.


Responsibilities
  • Under the guidance of WASH Program Manager, supervise the implementation of WASH program across Damaturu, Gujba, Gulani, and Tarmua LGAs, and provide input into design and improvement of WASH response in targeted areas.
  • Oversee the implementation of all WASH sector activities and administration of the team in the four respective LGAs in Yobe state
  • Develop activity work plans, manage day-to-day activity implementation, conduct quality control visits and submit timely program update.
  • With technical guidance from the WASH Program Manager, design and oversee technical and social WASH assessment tools.
  • Analyze assessment data and develop appropriate messaging related to water, sanitation and hygiene behaviors in targeted communities;
  • Prepare detailed project designs, estimates and drawings as required, including lists of materials, labor, and technical specifications;
  • In collaboration with the WASH Program Manager, and Senior Program Manager assist the procurement team to prepare tender documents, review the technical profiles of contractors, and ensure materials procured meet required quality standards.
  • Ensure the use of construction supervision check lists for each site to document progress and quality standards.


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