WASH Program Coordinator

Job Description

Position: WASH Coordinator
Location: Hajjah
Grade: 3b
Contract Length: 06 months

The Opportunity:

The WASH coordinator is responsible for the design, planning and implementation of all WASH program activities in Hajjah.  Responsibilities shall include developing monthly plans based on the master plan, ensuring the implementation of all activities to achieve expected results, staff supervision and mentoring, reporting and data collection, identification of unmet needs and participation in the office coordination team. It is expected that the WASH coordinator will spend part of time in the field, ensuring the quality of our WASH programs.
The WASH coordinator will ensure that project activities are consistent with Save the Children’s programming principles and approaches, draw on relevant best practices and lessons learned, enable children to attain their rights and are compliant with donor regulations.
He/she will provide regular reports on the progress (including monitoring and evaluation follow-up) of all SCI WASH activities to the Deputy Field Manager.
The WASH coordinator will also manage infrastructure designs, tendering processes, and evaluations of bids for project activities both for WASH and other sectors in Hajjah while being supported by the WASH and Infrastructure Specialist/advisor.
As part of SC’s dual mandate, the WASH coordinator will participate in emergency preparedness activities and be ready to respond in the event of an emergency, as required.

Key Areas of Responsibilities: 
Program Planning and Implementation
–   Plan WASH activities in collaboration with the field team after consultation with the Deputy Field Manager and coordinate across different program activities to ensure that they are synchronized in a logical order.
–   Oversee the implementation of activities/projects to ensure SCI is meeting its deadlines and maintaining technical standards. Where challenges arise, ensure that these are flagged early, communicated to the Deputy Field Manager, WASH Technical Advisor/specialist and addressed in an appropriate and timely way.
–   Revise activities bill of quantities in collaboration with Deputy Field Manager.
–   Regularly visit the activity sites to oversee the implementation of works
–   Support the Deputy Field Manager with the identification of HR needs, logistical and financial resources needed at different stages of the activities/project. 
–   Identify WASH gaps/needs on the ground of work and prepare assessment reports, funding calls and chances with close frequent coordination with Deputy Field Manager.
–   Identify any risks and constraints related to the activity/project and propose alternate strategies to the Deputy Field Manager
–   Assist the Deputy Field Manager to improve any activities/projects in the field.
–   Ensure that safeguarding in intervention/project sites is guaranteed.
–   Assist the Deputy Field Manager in the updating of tools for monitoring and forecasting financial, logistical and operational programs.
–   Participate in the monitoring and evaluation of SCI’s projects (activity indicators, program result, activity progress and context monitoring) through the design, follow-up, and report of SCI monitoring, evaluation, and learning tools
–   Prepare reports on a regular basis including weekly, monthly, quarterly, midterm and final reports according to SCI policy indicating the challenges, success stories, and progress rates compared to the project work plan and time schedule.
–   Facilitate the work by conducting excellent coordination with local authorities and related stakeholders to ensure smooth implementation of activities and secure movement of the team supervising ongoing activities.
Staff supervision and mentorship
–   Supervise and mentor direct reports ensuring that they are empowered to achieve their performance objectives and program results
–   Conduct performance reviews of direct reports and support them to set performance objectives
–   Build capacity of direct reports in technical and administrative areas
–   Identify any staffing issues (day-to-day management and/or technical issues) and coordinate closely with the Deputy Field Manager and WASH Technical Advisor/specialist to resolve them.
Monitoring and Reporting
–   Ensure that all program data is properly and regularly collected by field staff, check data and ensure that it is logically presented to the Deputy Field Manager and/or WASH technical Advisor/specialist.
–   Contribute to the preparation of internal and external reports.
–   Lead on and complete bi-weekly sitrep reports and data to feed into the monthly MEAL reports (IPTT) and IMPACT.
–   Participate in team reviews of results and program progress.
Collaboration and Representation
–   Represent Save the Children and the program with government and non-governmental agencies in Hajjah to explain the program, secure their support and follow up with them on progress.
–   Actively participate and play a leadership role in the Hajjah office Coordination Team bringing key issues, proposing solutions and collaborating with other teams to build synergies and efficiencies.
Emergency Preparedness and Response
–   Actively participate in the Hajjag and Country Office’s emergency preparedness and planning processes as requested.
–   In case of emergency, be prepared to contribute to the delivery of an appropriate and timely response.
General:
–   Deliver results in line with the current proposals and Save the Children’s strategy
–   Comply with Save the Children policies and practices with respect to child protection, code of conduct, health and safety, equal opportunities and other relevant policies and procedures.
–   Ensure that the minimum standards of humanitarian relief are maintained in accordance with the Sphere Charter and Red Cross Code of Conduct.
Perform such other responsibilities as agreed with line management

Qualifications and Experience:

–   Minimum of 3 years of working experience in WASH sector a managerial position in a humanitarian or development context.
–   Previous experience of emergency WASH project management and program coordination, implementing WASH programs, on time and within budget. The emergency WASH includes water trucking for IDPs, rehabilitation of water systems/points, WATSAN facilities at the community/institutional level, WASH NFI distribution, Water quality issues etc.
–   Experience of and commitment to working through systems of community participation and accountability.
–   Proven ability to work as part of a team.
–   Demonstrated commitment to improving the lives of children and their families in the community.
–   Strong understanding of water, sanitation, and hygiene situations in the community.
–   Strong organizational skills.
–   Proven leadership and management skills including planning and budget tracking capacities.
–   Proven technical knowledge and skills in the field of water, sanitation and hygiene promotion and construction works.
–   Ability to supervise and mentor staff to achieve results.
–   Ability to travel independently, including to rural communities and work long hours.
–   Strong English as well as strong Arabic skills, written and spoken.
–   Good computer skills (MS Office, including Outlook for email). AutoCAD knowledge is an advantage.
Commitment to and understanding of  Save  the  Children’s  aims,  values  and principles  including rights-based approaches.

Application Information:
Please attach a copy of your CV and cover letter with your application, and include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations.  A copy of the full role profile can be found at www.savethechildren.net/careers/apply

“Save the Children is an equal opportunity employer. Women are strongly encouraged to apply”

The Organization
We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard. We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:
· No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
· All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
· Violence against children is no longer tolerated
We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children.We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.
Application Information:
Please apply using a cover letter and up-to-date CV as a single document. Please also include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations. A copy of the full role profile can be found at www.savethechildren.net/jobs We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.