WASH Specialist

WASH Specialist

Location: Kufra, Benghazi – Libya

Background

Under the coordination of the supervisor and in conjunction with the WASH team, the WASH Specialist is responsible for the implementation of water, sanitation and hygiene activities in accordance with the WASH strategy. He/she shall contribute to the conduct of evaluations, planning, design, implementation, monitoring, development and administration of technical interventions. He/she participates in the development of concept notes and proposals, and provides the necessary data in close collaboration with the team. The incumbent also provides capacity building for national WASH staff and stakeholders, develops and maintains internal and external networks, and ensures effective project monitoring, including regular reviews, reporting to donors, capitalizing on lessons learned, closing projects and implementing exit plans.

Main duties

Evaluation: Conduct rapid needs assessments and analysis through the team; ensure the transition between identified needs and business plans and budgets; assess national resources and capabilities (human, material, financial) for WASH deployment.

Programme design and implementation: Provide technical oversight and contribute to the design and implementation of WASH activities; ensure progressive and prioritized implementation, in consultation and coordination with staff of International Medical Corps and other agencies (governmental and non-governmental); develop concept notes, letters of intent, proposals and budgets.

Technical activities: Contribute to the selection, design and implementation of water supply systems (sources, collection, storage, treatment, distribution) for communities, health facilities, camps and schools; contribute to sanitation systems (waste disposal, vector control, solid waste management, drainage); contribute to the implementation of a hygiene promotion program adapted to the local context.

Infection Prevention and Control (PCI): Ensure implementation of PCI activities, including supervision, training and non-clinical teams.

Capacity building: Work with HR for recruitment and capacity building of the WASH National Team.

Integration and standards: Ensure that the program design takes into account health, sexuality, protection, functioning, maintenance and sustainability; ensure that Sphere standards are met and documented; integrate gender and protection issues throughout the project cycle; ensure the link with health, nutrition, sexuality, child protection and psychosocial support.

Monitoring and evaluation: Implement appropriate oversight, monitoring and evaluation systems.

Information and coordination: Ensure internal coordination with IMC’s WASH technical unit; provide regular updates on progress, priorities and challenges; represent International Medical Corps to governmental and non-governmental groups, and in the WASH cluster.

Candidate profile

• Master in Water and Sanitation Engineering, Civil Engineering or Technical Specialization relevant to the WASH field.
• At least five years of professional experience in the design and implementation of water and sanitation systems.

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