A Ayuda en Acción está a recrutar (1) WASH Project Manager

A Ayuda en Acción está a recrutar (1) WASH Project Manager para Pemba.

Role Purpose:

The WASH Project Manager will lead the implementation of Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) initiatives as part of a comprehensive project funded by ECHO. This role is designed to strengthen sustainable WASH services and enhance hygiene practices within Northern Mozambique, an area deeply impacted by ongoing conflicts and recurrent natural disasters. The coordinator will be instrumental in addressing urgent WASH needs, leveraging innovative solutions to promote resilience and well-being among affected communities. This position is crucial not only for immediate relief but also for laying the groundwork for long-term sustainability in the region’s WASH infrastructure and services.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Project Implementation:

Develop and execute WASH strategies that align with the humanitarian-development nexus, focusing on sustainable and integrated WASH services.
Lead project activities, ensuring compliance with ECHO funding requirements, and Ayuda en Acción’s strategic objectives.
Coordination with other parts of the consortium for joint implementation of activities in areas identified by the RRM mobile team
Writing periodic reports on the progress of project activities, complying with ECHO requirements and Ayuda en Acción’s strategic objectives

Technical Leadership and Innovation:

Implement cutting-edge WASH technologies and approaches tailored to the needs of conflict-affected areas.
Oversee the rehabilitation of water points, the construction of gender-segregated, accessible emergency latrines, and ensure water quality testing and monitoring adheres to international and local standards.

Stakeholder Engagement and Sector Coordination:

Engage with community leaders, government officials, and other NGOs to ensure cohesive and community-driven WASH interventions.
Actively participate in WASH clusters and coordination meetings to advocate for the community needs and share insights from project implementations.

Capacity Building and Sustainability:

Enhance the capability of local WASH committees through targeted training sessions on infrastructure maintenance and hygiene promotion.
Foster community ownership of WASH facilities to ensure long-term sustainability and resilience.
Ability to manage, coordinate and train a project dedicated team.

Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL):

Employ robust MEAL practices to track the effectiveness of WASH interventions, making data-driven adjustments to project strategies.
Document lessons learned and best practices to guide future WASH interventions and contribute to the sector’s knowledge base.

Financial Management and Compliance:

Manage the project budget meticulously, ensuring all expenditures align with ECHO guidelines and Ayuda en Acción’s financial policies.
Monitor and report financial activities regularly to ECHO and other stakeholders.

Offer Conditions

Start Date: Immediate.
Duration of contract: Temporary, one year.
Work Schedule: Full-time.
Location: Pemba – with travels to the field in Cabo Delgado when needed.
Compensation: Commensurate with Ayuda en Acción’s remuneration policy.

Requirements

Required Qualifications and Skills:

Education: Master’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Public Health, International Development, or related fields.
Experience: At least five years of robust experience in WASH project management in humanitarian settings, with specific experience managing ECHO-funded projects.
Technical Skills: Expertise in advanced WASH technologies, project management software, and GIS tools. Familiarity with SPHERE standards and other international humanitarian guidelines.
Languages: Fluency in English required. Additional Portuguese and local language skills are beneficial.
Personal Qualities: Strong leadership, analytical skills, resilience to stress, adaptability to changing scenarios, and capability to manage multi-disciplinary teams in multicultural settings.

Additional Considerations:

The role demands a high level of adaptability and may require undertaking additional responsibilities as needed, based on the evolving needs of the organization and in alignment with the individual’s skill level.
Must uphold and act in accordance with Ayuda en Acción’s Equal Opportunities and Diversity policies.
A steadfast commitment to safeguarding, with adherence to rigorous background checks to ensure the protection of children from abuse.
Responsible for following health and safety guidelines and policies to ensure a safe working environment for all.