Solidarités International launches the external recruitment of a Wash Activity Manager.

BASE ASOSA WITH FREQUENT TRAVEL IN BENISHANGUL REGION

POSITION WASH ACTIVITY MANAGER

EXPECTED DATES 01/12/2023 – 29/02/2024

BASIC SALARY From 740 to 1160 USD (paid in ETB, according experience on similar positions)

 Description of the position

The WASH (Water, Sanitation and Hygiene) Activity Manager plays a pivotal role in achieving Solidarities international’s mandate of delivering emergency activities. This role is contributing to the development of humanitarian projects from the diagnostic and project conception stage to the final monitoring and capitalization step. This position is key in the implementation phase by managing the operational teams, local partners, authorities, overseeing the planning of execution and link with other departments (procurement, finance…).

More details below:

Diagnostics and project conception

As a WASH Activity Manager, you will participate in the preparation and implementation of diagnostics to assess community needs. You will be responsible for preparing the necessary technical documents, including logical frameworks for operation proposals and make sure it is aligned with the annual operational strategy and adhered to Solidarities International's technical standards.

Implementation and operational follow-up

Your responsibilities are to plan WASH activities in collaboration with support departments, such as Administration and Logistics. You will continuously assess the relevance and effectiveness of interventions, ensuring they meet the evolving needs of populations and adapting programs as necessary. Your goal will be to achieve objectives and define monitoring indicators for WASH activities with the different Solidarities International management and monitoring tools. You will anticipate challenges and facilitate solutions.

Capitalization

You will be responsible for writing capitalization documents using Solidarities International tools to document project knowledge and facilitate the dissemination of technical documentation.

Human Resource Management (HRM):

In the realm of Human Resource Management (HRM), your key responsibilities will include spearheading the recruitment and orientation of technical staff for WASH activities under your direct management. Your management position will encompass conducting workshops and meetings, evaluating the performance of team members, and ensuring that safety rules are diligently followed within your team.

 Reporting/communication/representation

As a WASH Activity Manager, you will report on the progress of activities and contribute to donor reporting and potential amendments. Maintaining a local operational communication with local/governmental authorities, donor representatives and other international organizations is part of your representation role.

Job Requirements

Profile desired

• Studies: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in the field of WaSH, Public Health or Environmental Health.

• Experience: 1 year of experience on a lower position or equivalent in one of the fields of expertise / in the development and humanitarian context is an asset.

• Language: English Professional Working Proficiency. Fluent in Amharic.

• Skills: planning and organizing activities assessments and project, Excel proficiency, management of team, supervision of suppliers, external representation, communication and reporting.

• Qualities: good communicator, trustworthiness and a sense of responsibility, organizational skills, reactivity.

How to Apply

Thank to send your application with a cover letter and  a resume to Solidarités International office  by email to recruitment@solidarites-ethiopia.org and add the job title to the subject line.

Solidarités International reserves the right to close this recruitment before this deadline if a suitable candidate is identified.

Solidarités International is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.  Solidarités International will never ask for any remuneration to take part in a recruitment process.