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Position Title: |
WASH Officer – Infrastructure |
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Reporting to: |
Administratively to Regional Manager – North Rift and technically to WASH Manager-Infrastructure |
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Job Location: |
West Pokot County |
PURPOSE:
The position holder will be an active member of the WASH unit under the department of disaster management. He/she will be responsible for effective design, development, implementation and evaluation of water, sanitation and irrigation infrastructure.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Project Design & Implementation
- Consultatively identify suitable sites and technology for implementation of water and sanitation infrastructure
- Develop a detailed project implementation plan, quarterly and annual forecasts and track their implementation
- Ensure the WASH projects conform to sound relevant technical assessments such as hydrogeological, feasibility, EIA surveys before implementation
- Prepare and submit procurement related documents in a timely manner
- Prepare and share in a timely manner the weekly and monthly work plans
- Ensure that the project activities are delivered in a timely manner
- Regularly undertake field activities to assess progress and provide formal and informal feedback
- Actively participate in the emergency response initiatives within the project area
Project Reporting & Evaluation
- Compile and submit project reports including monthly, quarterly and annual reports;
- Ensure timely monitoring of projects is conducted and the management are notified of any significant changes through regular communication;
- Establish effective networks with stakeholders within the project area.
Quality Assurance
- Ensure that appropriate monitoring and documentation tools are in place to gather the information needed in a timely fashion
- Support the WASH manager-infrastructure to manage contractors, to review project progress and measurement of works
- Support in undertaking project evaluations including mid-term and end of project evaluations in line with the organizational policy
- Ensure that strategies and learning from the evaluation process is explicitly incorporated into future project proposals
- Provide technical review of project proposals, designs, drawings and bill of quantities
- Ensure that the consultants and contractors adhere to the contractual obligations and organizational policies
- Ensure stakeholders are involved at all the project phases (identification, design, implementation, and monitoring)
Networking & Partnerships
- Coordinate with the Region, Branches and other stakeholders to develop water and sanitation strategic plan and budget in line with KRCS strategic objectives and government’s policies and priorities
- Ensure close coordination and sharing of information with relevant stakeholders such as government, NGO’s and local authorities, as appropriate and advised by the line manager
- Participate in relevant events, forums and meetings as advised by line manager
Fundraising
- Support the WASH manager infrastructure in developing proposals and concepts.
Minimum Qualifications and Experience
- At least BSc in Civil Engineering, Water Engineering, Water Resources Management, or related field;
- Computer skills especially MS excel, AutoCAD;
- Excellent communication skills;
- At least two years’ experience in project management, construction activities, WASH initiatives;
- Excellent and persuasive oral and written communication skills, including report writing;
- Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work independently and cooperatively with team members;
- Knowledge of Sphere standards and other training in humanitarian response preferred.
Application Procedure
Interested candidates who meet the above qualifications should apply strictly through https://www.redcross.or.ke/Careers so as to reach us not later than 23rd July 2021
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Job disclaimer and notification: Kenya Red Cross Society is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge / accept any amount or security deposit from job seekers during the selection process or while inviting candidates for an interview.
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