Othaya Mukurweini Water Services Company Jobs in Kenya

Othaya Mukurweini Water Services Company is contracted by Tana Water Services Board to provide water and Sanitation services in Mukurwe-ini and Nyeri South Districts. 

To strengthen our team of staff and leadership, we invite applications from highly competent and experienced individuals who are proactive and self driven to fill the following position within the Company.
 

Area Manager

1 Post
 

Reporting to the Technical Manager, the Area Manager will ensure efficient management and continuous improvement and management of the water distribution system to meet customer needs.
 

The specific duties and responsibilities of the position will include:
 

Responsibilities and Duties

• Supervising the operations and maintenance of the water distribution network and ensuring right staffing
• Ensuring that quality service is provided to customers.
• Ensuring effective and economic utilization of available resources
• Ensuring timely and economic repair of leakages or breakdown in the supply system and reporting any major breakdowns to the Technical Manager
• Monitoring the revenue collection as per the set targets.
• Ensuring timely dispatch of bills to customers.
• Scheduling meter reading, disconnection and reconnection cycle
• Curbing illegal connections
• Participating in budget preparation
• Increasing customer base
• Coordinating customer complaints resolution
• In charge of the area’s transport
• Supervising, motivating, training and appraising staff
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications

• BSc or HND in Civil Engineering or water engineering or equivalent
• A minimum of 2 years experience in operation and maintenance of water and sewerage services
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure and with minimum supervision
• Planning and organizational skills

Interested candidates should forward their applications with updated CVs, copies of academic, professional certificates and testimonials; and names and telephone contacts of three professional referees in envelopes clearly marked “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF AREA MANAGER” to

The Chairman,
Othaya Mukurweini Water Services Company,
P. O. Box 482-10106,
Othaya
 

Applications should be received not later than 21st September 2012.
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CARE WASH Field Advisor Horn of Africa Job in kenya

CARE is a leading international humanitarian aid organisation fighting global poverty, with a special focus on working with women and girls to bring lasting change to their communities.

WASH Field Advisor Horn of Africa

CARE Australia is seeking an energetic, self motivated professional to join the Humanitarian and Emergency Response team in the International Programs Department.

This position provides support, assistance and advice to CARE International Country Offices, national members and the CARE Emergency Group in the WASH programming aspects of emergency response, with a regional focus on the Horn of Africa (Kenya, Ethiopia, Somalia, Djibouti).

This support will focus on ensuring quality WASH interventions across the CARE International emergency response and relief projects/programs in the Horn of Africa.

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Civil Engineering jobs in kenya - Water and Sanitation Project Engineer Job in Catholic Diocese of Malindi Kenya

Position: Water and Sanitation Project Engineer

Location: Malindi

Reports to: Deputy Director

Purpose:

The project Engineer will be responsible for providing technical skills required in the implementation of water and sanitation projects in the Catholic Diocese of Malindi.

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Water Resources Management Authority (WRMA) Kenyan jobs - Deputy Technical Co-ordination Manager (Athi)

Deputy Technical Co-ordination Manager, Athi

1 Position

Scale 3

Water Resources Management Authority (WRMA) is a state corporation established in November 2003, under the provision of the Water Act 2002 of the Laws of Kenya.

The Authority is a non-profit, service oriented corporate body under the Ministry of Water and Irrigation. It is charged with the responsibility of providing leadership in the management of water resources countrywide.

It is also subject to the State Corporations Act which guides all state corporations in Kenya. The Authority wishes to fill the following vacant positions with dynamic, result-oriented and self driven individuals;

The Position

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Water Resources Management Authority (WRMA) Kenya jobs - Chief Planning, Research and Development Officer

Chief Planning, Research and Development Officer

1 Position

Scale 4

Water Resources Management Authority (WRMA) is a state corporation established in November 2003, under the provision of the Water Act 2002 of the Laws of Kenya.

The Authority is a non-profit, service oriented corporate body under the Ministry of Water and Irrigation.

It is charged with the responsibility of providing leadership in the management of water resources countrywide.

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Water Resources Management Authority (WRMA) Kenya jobs - Chief Supply Chain Management Officer

Chief Supply Chain Management Officer

1 Position

Scale 4

Water Resources Management Authority (WRMA) is a state corporation established in July 2005, under the provision of the Water Act 2002 of the Laws of Kenya.

The Authority is a non-profit, service oriented corporate body under the Ministry of Water and Irrigation. It is charged with the responsibility of providing leadership in the management of water resources countrywide. It is also subject to the State Corporations Act which guides all state corporations in Kenya.

The Authority wishes to fill the following vacant positions with dynamic, result-oriented and self driven individuals;

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WRMA) Jobs in Kenya - Assistant Technical Co-ordination Manager (Ground Water)

Assistant Technical Co-ordination Manager, Ground Water

1 Position

Scale 4

Water Resources Management Authority (WRMA) is a state corporation established in November 2003, under the provision of the Water Act 2002 of the Laws of Kenya.

The Authority is a non-profit, service oriented corporate body under the Ministry of Water and Irrigation. It is charged with the responsibility of providing leadership in the management of water resources countrywide. It is also subject to the State Corporations Act which guides all state corporations in Kenya.

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Community Development JObs in kenya - Assistant Technical Co-ordination Manager, Community Development

Assistant Technical Co-ordination Manager, Community Development

3 Positions

Scale 4

Water Resources Management Authority (WRMA) is a state corporation established in November 2003, under the provision of the Water Act 2002 of the Laws of Kenya.

The Authority is a non-profit, service oriented corporate body under the Ministry of Water and Irrigation. It is charged with the responsibility of providing leadership in the management of water resources countrywide. It is also subject to the State Corporations Act which guides all state corporations in Kenya.

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Chief Executive Officer Job Vacancy at Coast Water Services Board Re-Advertisement

Coast Water Services Board (CWSB) was established under the State Corporations Act, Chapter 446 of the Laws of Kenya vide Legal Notice No. 1328 of 27th February, 2004.

The core mandate of the Board as given under clause 53(1) of the Water Act 2002 is that as a Licensee, ¡t will be responsible for mandate efficient and economical provision of water services authorized by the license issued by the Water Services Regulatory Board (WASREB).

Coast Water Services Board is seeking to recruit a suitable self driven, result oriented and highly qualified individual to fill the position of the Chief Executive Officer.

The Chief Executive Officer will be responsible to the Board of Directors, and shall be the Principal Officer of the Board responsible for the overall leadership and implementation of the Board mandate and aspirations as may be outlined in the performance targets and strategic plan.

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WASH Technical Assessment, Design and BoQs for Water Distribution Systems in North Horr and Chalbi District in Northern Marsabit (Kenya) Solidarites

Technical WASH assessment, design and preparation of detailed BoQs for two water distribution systems in North Horr and Chalbi District in Northern Marsabit Region (Kenya):

- Rehabilitation of Gataab Spring well and distribution network in Mt Kulal village;

- Construction of a drinking water abstraction point from an existing sand dam and distribution system in Illeret village

Terms of Reference

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Technical Manager Job in Tuuru Water Supply Meru Kenya

Diocese of Meru is urgently seeking to recruit a suitably qualified person to fill in the position of a Technical Manager in Tuuru Water Supply.

Minimum qualifications and skills:

• Have academic qualifications of KCSE C+ and above or it’s equivalent.
• Diploma in water engineering from a recognized institution.
• Be proficient in computer application skills.
• At least 3 years experience in a busy water supply and specifically a gravity scheme.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both oral and written.
• Self motivated
• Ability to work with minimum or no supervision.
• Ability to meet targets within defined deadlines and a passion and commitment to quality service performance.

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Solidarités International Technical Assessment BID Kenya for Water Distribution Systems in North Horr and Chalbi District in Northern Marsabit

Technical WASH assessment, design and preparation of detailed BoQs for two water distribution systems in North Horr and Chalbi District in Northern Marsabit Region (Kenya):

- Rehabilitation of Gataab Spring well and distribution network in Mt Kulal village;

- Construction of a drinking water abstraction point from an existing sand dam and distribution system in Illeret village

Terms of Reference

Country: Kenya

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Managing Director Job Vacancy in Kenya Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Services

Opportunity in the Water Sector

Managing Director

Our client, Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Services (Nairobi Water) is a wholly owned subsidiary of City Council of Nairobi.

The organisation is charged with providing water and sewerage services to its residents under an agreed framework that ensures adequate and quality supply of water, affordable tariffs, maintenance and improvement of water and sewerage infrastructure.

Its mission ¡s to ‘provide sustainable water and sewerage services that exceed customer needs’.

In order to achieve its goals, the organization ¡s seeking to recruit a dynamic, qualified and experienced individual to fill the position of Managing Director.

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Managing Director will be the chief executive of the organisation with the responsibility for providing

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Mercy Corps Human Resources / Administration OffiHuman Resources / Administration Officer, Water & Sanitation Engineer and Cleaner Jobs in Wajir Mercy Corps Kenya

Mercy Corps works amid disasters, conflicts, chronic poverty and instability to unleash the potential of people who can win against impossible odds. Since 1979, Mercy Corps has provided $1 billion in assistance to people in 82 nations.

Supported by headquarters offices in North America, Europe, and Asia, the agency's unified global programs employ 3,500 staff worldwide and reach 9 million people in more than 40 countries. Over the last five years, more than 90 percent of the agency's resources have been allocated directly to programs that help people in need.

Mercy Corps Kenya is currently responding to the drought by increasing access to affordable water in Wajir County, northeast Kenya.

The Emergency Drought Response in Northeastern, Kenya will provide immediate emergency, rebuild the livelihoods of target communities and build the capacity of local organizations involved in the implementation of the program.

The proposed program integrates the principles of response to immediate needs, restoration of livelihoods, and capacity building for long-term recovery.

We are currently recruiting for qualified candidates to fill the following positions which will be based in Wajir. Candidates from Wajir are highly recommended to apply for the positions.

1) Human Resources / Administration Officer

General Position Summary:

Provide oversight to the management of human resources for Mercy Corps programming in Wajir, Northern Kenya; Assist in the achievement of MC program objectives with the facilitation of recruitment, remuneration and staff development issues in the Human Resource Development. Execute all functions of General Office Management

Essential Job Functions:

Human Resources

• Assist MC management in Wajir in facilitating the smooth flowing of routine, administrative work of the Mercy Corps office and program support operations;
• Ensure the smooth, uninterrupted implementation of all MC HR and administration policies;
• Assist management in facilitating the adherence to Mercy Corps administrative and HR procedures and staff policies by support staff. Provide training and guidance to support staff, as needed;
• Prepare, update and track needed changes in staff files including employment contracts, timesheets, leave system tracking, and other personnel matters as required.
• Responsible for tracking annual/sick leave days as per Mercy Corps Kenya policy. Ensuring all leave days are reflected on the leave tracking sheet
• Maintain appropriate records and ensure confidentiality regarding personnel activities and personnel data including employment documentation, evaluations, exit interviews and other relevant information. Periodically audit and archive or destroy dated information, including employee and applicant files, in accordance with national law.
• Coordinate and participate in orientation of new staff with respect to HR policies and procedures, including remuneration, benefits, and the organizational “work ethic”.
• Coordinate paperwork for temporary/service contracted employees in compliance with MC polices & Kenyan Labour Laws
• Ensure supervisors get monthly update on staff leave balance before they approve any leave, where needed, monthly post leave balance so that staffs know their accrued leave days.
• Collect completed employee timesheets as per Mercy Corps policy, submit to finance and retain copies in staff personal files.
• Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and to not jeopardize its humanitarian mission.
• In consultation with Head of Office assist in providing Position Descriptions to hiring of staff for recruitment of new positions;
• Assist management in the day to day upholding of all MC procedures – in particular, National Staff Polices and Recruitment Procedures;
• Adherence to all MC policies and procedures as outlined in MC policies and procedure manual
• Develop, implement and administer department goals and objectives. Evaluate departmental performance in relation to established goals and budget.
• Keep abreast with current and changing HR-related laws, policies and “best practices” to ensure that current and future personnel policies, employment practices, and compensation packages are within Mercy corps Policies as well as national laws.
• Implement and evaluate the national staff Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual. Recommend new or needed changes to existing personnel policies and practices to senior management.
• Develop, implement and administer effective human resource programs including recruitment, orientation, performance evaluation, career development, training, diversity training, risk management and safety programs.
• Conduct wage and salary surveys, classify positions, create compensation ranges and prepare position descriptions. Coordinate and monitor employee compensation and benefit packages for aptness, equitability and affordability, and to ensure consistency and equity within the organization and appropriate comparability with peer organizations.
• Monitor employee concerns, complaints, and counseling needs and coordinate internal investigations and hearings with appropriate personnel and management.
• Maintain and report employee statistical data, as requested.

Office Management

• Ensure all aspect of property management is taken care of in a timely fashion. This includes but does not limit to maintaining adequate records of property lease agreements, maintenance of all MC properties and utilities in Wajir district. Ensure high standard functionality and general cleanliness of MC properties.
• Establish and maintain appropriate filing systems for office correspondence.
• Responsible for maintaining supply of all admin documents and making them available for all MC Nairobi staff;
• Responsible for maintaining contact sheet for MC Wajir Office as well as the Constant Companion (ensuring all contact details are updated and distributed to MC staff and visitors upon request;
• Establish and maintain appropriate filing systems for office correspondence.
• Responsible for hotel and guest house booking reservations for both visiting staffs and consultants.
• In charge of managing, control, purchase of office supplies and monitor usage
• Ensure all communication and office equipments are well-maintained and serviced if required. Maintain copies of all utility and service providers’ invoices/records.
• Ensure that the office is run in a professional and responsible manner including hosting guests and general contact and liaison with outside agencies
• Serve as focal point in IT related matters.
• Keep updated records of general inventory of MC Wajir, this excludes the MC Wajir assets by definition.
• Manage and prepare tracking database for utility/rental bills for MC Wajir office and ensure payments are done in a timely manner.
• Track and maintain records of all official correspondence with outside actors, such as local authorities, communities and landlords of properties.

Travel

• Make all arrangements (air-tickets, lodging, food, transportation to and from airport) to all MC staff, consultants and visitors for the Wajir district.
• Make sure the hotel tracking system is always up-to-date and vendors get paid in a timely manner.
• Orient all Wajir staff on the travel policies of MC Kenya and any amendments there may be.
• Maintain records of Travel Approvals and related expenses.
• Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and to not jeopardize its humanitarian mission.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibility: Cleaner

Accountability

Reports Directly To: Head of Office

Works Directly With: MC Wajir Program and Operations Staff

Knowledge and Experience:

• Education at least (BA) or equivalent Diploma in Business Administration/Management desirable
• Must have a good command of English in both oral and writing skills
• Excellent computer skills (outlook Express, Microsoft word, Excel)
• Ability to Multitask and make decisions, experience in working effectively with minimum supervision
• Thorough understanding of office administration systems
• Good understanding of Kenya Legal and Tax system
• Good interpersonal skills, ability to multi-task and self manage
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work independently and cooperatively with team members
• Be able to interact with partners and peers

Success Factors:

• Demonstrated experience related to position responsibilities with emphasis on Human Resources.
• Able to work simultaneously on various tasks.
• Ability to learn quickly, take initiative and be accountable for results
• Effective time management skills including priority setting and responding to short notice travel requests.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills including:
• Able to work on weekends.
• Demonstrated flexibility and creativity in planning and problem solving.

2) Water and Sanitation Engineer

General Position Summary:

The Water Engineer will organize all activities related to the implementation of water programs including infrastructure projects, from design to implementation, including logistics and monitoring.

Responsible for the identification, design, implementation, monitoring and reporting of all water supply and sanitation program activities and associated administrative tasks on the Emergency Drought Response in Northeastern, Kenya.

S/he will have to coordinate closely with the District Water Officers and ensure that all projects implemented are demand-driven and communities comply with MC requirements in terms of contribution. S/he will report to the Project Manager. S/he will have to show full adherence to MC security protocols.

Essential Job Functions:

• Develop plans for the implementation of the MC/OFDA water and sanitation project in the assigned district.
• Conduct detailed water resource and infrastructure (Water and Sanitation) surveys, identify needs and assist in rehabilitation design and implementation of program
• Develop and maintain good relationships and lines of communication with relevant local authorities and communities, explaining MC’s role as an NGO and liaising with them during all phases of the project.
• Ensuring construction of projects in accordance with approved designs and training of community members on proper operation and maintenance of the water facilities
• Supervise the procurement of any materials needed through a competitive and transparent bidding process following the MC polices design for this purpose and together with the warehouse manager ensures that they are safely stored until they are use.
• Guarantee community involvement at all phases of the project (identification, design, implementation, and monitoring) to ensure the development of community ownership for the projects.
• Promotion of information on basic water hygiene and sanitation issues as well as management and conservation practices.
• Provide regular written and verbal reports to the Project Manager on infrastructure development activity.
• Organizes site-visits to the projects sites and hostess missions/consultants and ensure timely and efficient monitoring and evaluation of project activities
• Compile project reports highlighting project impact against indicators and contribute to field based reports to MC/or external donors
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibility:

As delegated by Country Director and Project Manager for the purpose of carrying out work responsibilities.

Accountability

Reports Directly To: Program Manager

Based on input from all water and sanitation staff, complete monthly activity reports as per format provided, and ensure that all other staff under your direct supervision complete and submit their reports in a timely manner. Provide monthly reports on all financial matters.

Works Directly With:

Coordinate with the other program team to identify communities which are in need of support. Co-ordinates with Mercy Corps program staff, beneficiary populations, local government and implementing partners, as necessary.

Knowledge and Experience:

• A Bsc Degree in Civil Engineering, Water Resources Management or related field. At least 3-4 years experience in Water and Sanitation design and implementation and Cash for Work (CfW) projects
• Social mobilization experience preferred
• NGO experience, including training and provision of technical support to partners/communities
• Flexibility; ability to work as a team in a multicultural context
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Having report writing skills and communication skills.
• Strong team building and management skills

Success Factors:

The successful candidate will be able carry on the vision of the WASH department; provide leadership and motivation; be able to train and capacity-build staff; ensure that projects are planned appropriately and delivered to a high quality.

3) Cleaner

Program/Department Summary:

The Administration department aims to provide excellent support to Program implementation in the greater Wajir district.

General Position Summary:

The cleaner is responsible for ensuring that the Mercy Corps office in Wajir and the Mercy Corps guest house are clean and tidy at all times. In addition, has to ensure that the necessary office and GH supplies are obtained in time.

Essential Job Functions:

• Be able to communicate effectively with other staff
• Maintain the cleanness of the office, kitchen facilities and bathrooms; vacuuming, dusting, sweeping, mopping the MC offices, furniture, equipments, etc
• Emptying the bins
• Do the laundry of office and guesthouses (curtains, sheets and kitchen towels included)
• Identify needed repairs in the house and premises - alert administration officer for action;
• Be available to help the HR/Admin officer to organize and plan for meetings and gatherings.
• Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and to not jeopardize its humanitarian mission
• Other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibility: None

Accountability

Reports Directly To: HR/Administration Officer

Works Directly With: MC employees and visitors

Knowledge and Experience:

• Responsible, trustworthy, punctual, clean and tidy.
• A working knowledge of English is desired.
• Must have initiative and work largely unsupervised.

Success Factors:

• High standard of cleanliness
• Able to verify risks of using household chemicals and kitchen appliances

Interested candidates who meet the above required qualifications and experience should submit a cover letter, detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) listing three professional references (including a current or/and previous supervisor) to hr@ke.mercycorps.org or delivered to Mercy Corps office in Wajir, Airport Road (former VSF office) on or before 21 September, 2011 4.00 p.m.

Applicants must clearly indicate on the email subject the position that she/he is applying for i.e. “Application for the position of HR/Administration Officer”.

Applications without a subject heading will be disqualified.

Please do not attach any certificates.

Only qualified short-listed candidates will be contacted

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CRWRC jobs - Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Engineer Job in Kilifi & Taita Kenya

Position: Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Engineer - Kilifi & Taita

Organization: Christian Reformed World Relief Committee (CRWRC)

Term of position: Full-time – six months

Closing Date: September 16th 2011.

Purpose: Lead the planning, design and implementation of WASH activities. The incumbent will provide technical support and consultation in the program area.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee the implementation of WASH activities , ensuring compliance with donor requirements and timelines;
• Ensure the relevance and consistency of the programs vis-à-vis the needs of the local populations;
• Make certain that the programs under his/her supervision achieve the required results
• Ensure that all the work meets sustainability requirements and that established norms and standards are respected
• Anticipate difficulties and facilitate the resolution of problems linked to the programs
• Propose the reorientation of activities according to changing context and indicators
• Coordinate, collaborate and cooperate with project target community leaders, related NGOs and government institutions.
• Assist in the procurement, appraisal and evaluation of materials, performance contacts, tenders and agreements;

Experience and Skills Required

• BSC –Water Engineering
• High level technical expertise in designing and implementing community-based WASH projects; including engineering expertise in gravity-fed and water catchment systems.
• Community development and participation skills; experience in mentoring and building the capacity of colleagues and community members.
• Ability to plan own work, set priorities and complete work under pressure or when faced with competing demands.
• Proficiency in word processing and spreadsheet. Computer design skills desirable.
• Valid and clean drivers licence.
• Excellent written and spoken English language.

Attitude

• Commitment to Christian principles and beliefs
• Honesty and integrity
• A strong team player
• Maturity in decision making
• Patient, willing to learn and teach
• Flexible and adaptable in changing and demanding circumstances

N/B: Interested candidates should send their CV and cover letter to crwrckenya@crwrc.net

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Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Engineer Jobs and Careers at CRWRC in Kilifi & Taita Kenya

Position: Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Engineer - Kilifi & Taita

Organization:Christian Reformed World Relief Committee (CRWRC)

Term of position:Full-time – six months

Closing Date:September 16th 2011.

Purpose: Lead the planning, design and implementation of WASH activities. The incumbent will provide technical support and consultation in the program area.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee the implementation of WASH activities , ensuring compliance with donor requirements and timelines;
• Ensure the relevance and consistency of the programs vis-à-vis the needs of the local populations;
• Make certain that the programs under his/her supervision achieve the required results
• Ensure that all the work meets sustainability requirements and that established norms and standards are respected
• Anticipate difficulties and facilitate the resolution of problems linked to the programs
• Propose the reorientation of activities according to changing context and indicators
• Coordinate, collaborate and cooperate with project target community leaders, related NGOs and government institutions.
• Assist in the procurement, appraisal and evaluation of materials, performance contacts, tenders and agreements;

Experience and Skills Required

• BSC –Water Engineering
• High level technical expertise in designing and implementing community-based WASH projects; including engineering expertise in gravity-fed and water catchment systems.
• Community development and participation skills; experience in mentoring and building the capacity of colleagues and community members.
• Ability to plan own work, set priorities and complete work under pressure or when faced with competing demands.
• Proficiency in word processing and spreadsheet. Computer design skills desirable.
• Valid and clean drivers licence.
• Excellent written and spoken English language.

Attitude

• Commitment to Christian principles and beliefs
• Honesty and integrity
• A strong team player
• Maturity in decision making
• Patient, willing to learn and teach
• Flexible and adaptable in changing and demanding circumstances

N/B: Interested candidates should send their CV and cover letter to crwrckenya@crwrc.net

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WASH Project Coordinator Job in Somalia Putland - Polish Humanitarian Action

Polish Humanitarian Action is a non-governmental organization established on 1994.

We concentrate mainly on ensuring sustainable and stable development of regions suffering the consequences of war or natural disasters. Our interventions (of both humanitarian and development character) have been carried out in 43 countries till now. They are mainly focusing on the WASH, Food Security and Educational sector.

The most important strategic objective of our organization is to combat poverty by ensuring the observance of inalienable human rights. We act for the right of access to water and sanitation, right of access to education, right of access to food, right to live in decent conditions, right to protection of life and health during natural disasters and armed conflicts.

For more information please refer to www.pah.org.pl

General information:

Organization: Polish Humanitarian Action

Position: WASH Project Coordinator

Location: Somalia Putland

Job term: Permanent/Full-time

General job description:

Responsible for efficient, effective, and successful implementation of all project activities according to agreed work plans, including:

• monitoring, evaluating and reporting
• financial coordination
• administrative coordination
• local staff management
• representing the organization before local authorities, international donor agencies etc.

Job Requirements:

• University degree (esp. in WatSan or Engineering will be an asset)
• At least 2 years previous work experience in a development, emergency or post-conflict setting in WatSan interventions
• Strong project management skills
• Ability to work independently, with minimum supervision
• Experience in representing the organization before local authorities as well as international donor agencies
• Fluent written and spoken English
• Proficiency in Excel and Word
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines
• Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills, and flexibility in cultural and organizational terms
• Driving license

If you are interested in applying for this position, please send your resume and cover letter to: justyna.jablonska@pah.org.pl and kindly quote “Project Coordinator/Somalia” in the subject line.

Please indicate your salary expectations in the cover letter.

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WASH Specialist Job vacancy in Nairobi Kenya - Caritas Switzerland / Luxembourg

Organisation

Caritas Switzerland and Caritas Luxembourg are non-governmental aid agencies and members of Caritas Internationalis.

Caritas works worldwide and adheres to international humanitarian principles (NGO code of conduct).

Caritas Switzerland and Caritas Luxembourg act in the frame of a MoU as a consortium in the region East and Horn of Africa.

They operate a joint office in Nairobi and country offices in Hargeisa (Somaliland) and Torit (Sudan).

Caritas Switzerland / Luxembourg is currently seeking to recruit a WASH Specialist to complement the WASH Unit.

The WASH Unit in Nairobi provides technical assistance, training and advise to WASH projects in the region (Eastern Africa and the Horn of Africa).

Position: WASH Specialist

Reporting to: WASH Unit Coordinator

Location: Nairobi, Kenya with regular travel to Sudan, Somaliland and Ethiopia

Start: As soon as possible

Duration: Open

Key tasks & responsibilities

• Providing technical assistance to the Swiss Water Consortium’s projects and activities in Eastern Africa and Southern Africa and promote knowledge sharing between consortium partners and projects;
• Providing strategic and technical assistance to Caritas’ WASH projects in the region (at different phases of the project management cycle: e.g. project design, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation);
• Training, capacity building and workshop facilitation on WASH related topics and development of WASH related participatory methods and tools; and
• Acting as WASH Unit Coordinator when the WASH Unit Coordinator is out of office.

Qualifications

• Advanced University degree in a relevant field (e.g. public health, water supply, social sciences, environmental sciences or a field relevant to international WASH related development assistance);
• At least five years professional work experience with a non-governmental organisation, including fieldwork experience preferably in Somaliland and/or South Sudan;
• Proven track record in training, capacity building, PM&E, and PRA methodologies;
• Strong analytical capacity – working and thinking on an academic level;
• Outstanding communication and advisory skills (e.g. experience with (technical) advisory services, facilitating meetings, workshops and training for varied audiences);
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English, knowledge of German will be an added advantage;
• Flexibility, good interpersonal and networking skills, ability to work in multi-cultural environment and sensitivity to cultural values;
• Knowledge of the Caritas network and the structures and activities of the Catholic Church is an added advantage.

Special Remarks:

This is a national position. Qualified women are especially encouraged to apply.

Application

If you feel you fit the required profile, please let us know how your qualifications, experience and career aspirations match the requirements of this position.

Send your application latest by 15th of September 2011 via email to jobs.nairobi@caritas.ch indicating ‘WASH Specialist Nairobi’ in the subject line.

Please provide an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) with details of your qualifications, experience, present position and remuneration, earliest date of availability, telephone contacts and names of three referees.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Website: www.caritas.ch and www.caritas.lu

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Merlin WASH Officer Job vacancy in Lodwar, Turkana kenya

Position: WASH Officer

Functionally Responsible To: Project Coordinator (PC)

Technically Responsible To: Project Health Coordinator (PHC)

Working With: Kenyan Ministry of Health authorities at district level and Health Facility Staff, Merlin field team, CHW’s

Location: Lodwar, Turkana

The Purpose of the Job

The overall objective of the position is to develop, implement, monitor and report on all WASH technical aspects of Merlin’s projects in assigned areas of Turkana. S/he will ensure that field staff and partners adhere to technical and standard protocols in WASH. Train and mentor staff as well as participate in WASH assessments, surveys and proposal design processes.

The WASH Officer will work under the supervision of the Project Health Coordinator and in close collaboration with the MOPHS authorities and staff at district and community level.

Position Summary: The officer is responsible for the ongoing management, continuing development, and daily supervision of all activities under Merlin’s linked water, sanitation, and hygiene promotion objectives.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

• Facilitate Rapid Hygiene & Sanitation Promotion with special attention to hand washing with soap at critical times in coordination with DPHO, MoH and other relevant partners.
• Distribution of emergency WASH supplies e.g. soap, jerricans ,HWTS technologies e.g water filters and chlorine tablets and training in their use.
• Assessment of WASH needs in the Health Centre/Feeding Centres and identification of necessary repairs to WASH infrastructure.
• Report on the status of WASH infrastructure in Health facilities & Outreaches, coordinate with District Water Officer & DPHO for rehabilitation/repairs to WASH infrastructure, supervise & monitor progress.
• Mobilization of community groups & training on HHWTS & hygiene promotion activities,
• Conduct community assessments to identify critical requirements for program interventions with a particular focus on returnees, women, and vulnerable populations.
• Maintain ongoing Merlin WASH activities focused on water point construction and rehabilitation, household and community sanitation, hygiene promotion, and community mobilization / sensitization
• Promote and work to expand community capacity on WASH, with sensitivity to the political and cultural context.
• Consult with beneficiary groups, community leaders, and relevant line ministries while planning project implementation
• Conduct and design WASH activities with the utmost sensitivity for the safety and well-being of beneficiaries.
• Review and write all WASH and WASH-inclusive proposals, reports, assessments, research in consultation with the PHC and other field and country office senior staffs.
• Actively support timely, substantive, and appropriate documents that lead to funding support from donors in coordination with the PHC.

Qualifications & Requirements:

This position demands a dynamic individual with a demonstrated ability to achieve results in a demanding and fast paced environment.

An advanced graduate degree in Environmental Health Science or related fields preferred, it can be substituted with relevant and equivalent experience

Demonstrated leadership, written, communication and teamwork skills.

Experience with data collection and analysis.

Experience living and working in an insecure environment and with local communities.

At least 2 years experience working with an INGO, developing and implementing WASH activities

Demonstrated statistical survey, analysis, presentation skills, logistical planning and problem solving skills

Applications including cover letter, CV, references and salary history should be sent to:

Project coordinator,
Merlin Turkana,
P.O Box 93, Lodwar.

Or recruitment@merlin-kenya.org

So as to reach him not later than 14th of September, 2011 5.00 PM.

Qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted

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Oxfam GB Public Health Engineers (Water Distribution, Sanitation & Construction) and Public Health Promoters Jobs in Kenya

Based in Dadaab, Kenya Programme

Fixed Term Contracts up to December 2011

Oxfam GB, Kenya Programme is currently partnering with the United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR) to implement water, sanitation and hygiene promotion (WASH) programs for refugees in Dadaab Refugee camps.

In addition, Oxfam is planning to implement WASH programs for the host community living within 50km radius of the refugee camps.

To achieve this, Oxfam seeks to recruit the following positions.

Public Health Engineer (Water Distribution)

National Level D2

The Public Health Engineer will conduct rapid and detailed needs assessment in the refugee camp(s) and the host communities.

H/She will support pipeline survey, design technical drawing, bill of quantities for water distribution facilities and organise logistics supports to supply materials at site.

The person will ensure that minimum standards of technical quality in all engineering activities and interventions are technically appropriate, realistic and budget sound.

H/She will also prepare agreement/procedures documents for labour contract or sub-contract relevant works.

To be successful in this role you will have a degree in Water and Environmental engineering from a recognised university.

You need intense experience in humanitarian work and significant understanding of pipe water supply source development and integrated WASH and hygiene promotion programme for IDPs/ refugees in camps, urban and rural situation.

Practical experience of technical project implementation, ability to work within deadlines and independently in difficult environment is essential.

Public Health Engineer (Sanitation & Construction)

National Level D2

The Public Health Engineer will conduct rapid and detailed needs assessment in the refugee camp(s) and the host communities.

H/She will support and prepare work plan in coordination with Public health Promoter and PHE team leader.

The person will supervise construction of sanitation and waste disposal facilities as well as prepare agreement/procedures documents for labour contract or sub-contract relevant works.

To be successful in this role you will have a degree in Civil/Water engineering from a recognised university.

You will need to have intense experience in humanitarian work and significant understanding of building materials, construction and integrated watsan and hygiene promotion programme for IDPs/refugees in camps, urban and rural situation. Practical experience of technical project implementation and ability to work within deadlines and independently in difficult environment is essential.

Assistant Public Health Engineers

National Level E1

The Assistant Public Health Engineer will coordinate and supervise construction and maintenance of assigned water and sanitation infrastructure with support from the public Health Engineers.

H/She will assess the WASH needs of the host and refugee community as well as monitoring water availability, access and quality at household level. The person will also conduct water quality testing and analysis then recommend remedies.

To be successful in this role you will have a at least diploma in Civil, Water, Sanitary or Public Health Engineering from a recognised university/ college and a minimum two years experience in Water Engineering and/or construction works.

Public Health Promoter

National Level D2

The Public Health Promoter will Work with the WASH team to facilitate community participation in all WASH programmes in the camp.

S/he will also play a key role in data collection &situational analysis and provide information to different community and programme stakeholders.

S/he will carry out and participate in Public health assessments and contribute to program design, implementation and monitoring of program effectiveness in conjunction with other members of the WASH team (including public health engineers).

To be successful in this role you will have a degree in Environmental/public/community health or any other related field with at least three years practical experience in appropriate community health and environmental programmes in an emergency/ refugee programme set up.

Experience and understanding of community mobilisation in relation to water and sanitation activities in complex humanitarian situation, and understanding of chronic and fluid humanitarian issues in refugee situations is also essential.

Assistant Public Health Promoter

National Level E1

The Assistant Public Health promoter will help plan and carry out WASH needs assessments, baseline studies and periodic studies and feed back findings to stakeholders.

He/ She will collect data from Community Mobilisers and prepare regular reports on Public Health promotion activities.

The person will also coordinate with water supply and sanitation field staff to ensure that the hardware and software aspects of the WASH response are integrated and work together to achieve a common goal.

To be successful in this role you will have a degree in Environmental/public/community health or any other related field with at least one-year practical experience in appropriate community health and environmental programmes preferably in an emergency refugee programme set up.

Experience and understanding of community mobilisation in relation to water and sanitation activities in complex humanitarian situation, and understanding of chronic and fluid humanitarian issues in refugee situations is also essential

To apply

If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, please submit your application and CV detailing your experience for the post and include two referees, preferably your current line manager to kenyajobs@oxfam.org.uk not later than 7th August 2011.

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