South Sudan: CALL FOR CVS: Consultancy - Wash Officer (EPR)

I. Position Information

Position title: Wash Officer (EPR)

Duty station: Juba, South Sudan

Direct Supervision: Wash Programme Coordinator

Overall supervision: Head of Operations

Duration: 3 months, with possibility of extension

Job Type: Consultancy

II. Organizational Context and Scope

Under the overall guidance of the Head of Operations and the direct supervision of the Wash Programme Coordinator, the WASH Officer for Emergency Preparedness and Response (EP&R) Operations will be responsible in providing technical support for the implementation of WASH relief assistance for IDPs and vulnerable host communities in hard to reach areas of Upper Nile state, South Sudan. The successful candidate will be a member of a multi sector team, based in Juba, with frequent travels to Upper Nile State. S/he will be tasked to respond immediately to identify needs in remote locations in the state.

III. Responsibilities and Accountabilities

1. Lead the implementation of the activities required to provide WASH relief services to IDPS and vulnerable communities affected by conflict or natural disasters in far-off locations country wide that have been identified by the ICWG (Inter Cluster Working Group) and endorsed by the national WASH cluster in South Sudan.
2. Coordinate on ground a team of national WASH staff, ensuring a balanced division of tasks in order to achieve the objectives of the emergency preparedness and response.
3. Ensure that the project(s) meet their intended scope, time and budget.
4. Ensure that the activities programmed to provide WASH services respond to the needs of the communities affected and that efforts are made to reach compliance of emergency standards for WASH service provision.
5. Guarantee that activities are performed in accordance to the specifications in the project proposal and notify in timely matter of any change request pertinent to the WASH program coordinator.
6. Design, in coordination and guidance of the WASH Program Coordinator, a response strategy and work plan for each intervention, ensuring that the necessary resources are made available on ground synchronized with staff deployment for the emergency response.
7. Take decisions on ground, and with the resources available to ensure avoiding delays in implementation and taking the necessary workarounds required for timely completion of activities.
8. Contribute to follow-up of project budget according to internal and donor requirements, and follow relevant budget lines.
9. Vigorously mobilize the community with the support of the WASH Assistants, in order to ensure participation, involvement and contribution of the targeted communities for the completion of the activities.
10. Monitor the project implementation, ensure that materials are being properly utilized and that WASH items are effectively distributed to the beneficiaries. Follow up the schedule with contractors and prepare and sign completion certificates. Work closely with the WASH Program Coordinator for contracts management; close out procedures and final payments to the contractors.
11. Ensure an effective and active communication with all the stakeholders when on ground. Prepare and submit a monthly response report of activities and submit it to the WASH Programme Coordinator, indicating progress, constrains and requirements for project completion or lessons learned. Ensure that project data and information is archived and shared appropriately.
12. Ensure that any needed operational agreement or authorization from the local authorities is convened to guarantee project stability and good relations with the local government.
13. Provide necessary information and documentation for the preparation of project proposals for IOM to contact potential donors. Contribute to contingency planning for possible WASH emergency response if required.
14. Mentor, coach and manage the staff under his/her supervision; support the performance evaluations and oversee and help to resolve team conflicts.
15. Be always ready for deployment and available for travel within 2 days of being informed.
16. Perform such other duties as may be assigned

IV. Competencies

The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate the following technical and behavioural competencies.

Behavioural

a) takes responsibility and manages constructive criticism; b) works effectively with all clients and stakeholders; c) promotes continuous learning; communicates clearly; d) takes initiative and drives high levels of performance management; e) plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility; f) displays mastery of subject matter; g) contributes to a collegial team environment; h) creates a respectful office environment free of harassment and retaliation, and promotes the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA); i) incorporates gender-related needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender participation; j) displays awareness of relevant technological solutions; k) works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.

****Technical****

a) delivers on set objectives in hardship situations; b) effectively coordinates actions with other implementing partners; c) works effectively with authorities, stakeholders, beneficiaries and the broader community.

Emergency and Crisis

a) works effectively in high-pressure, rapidly changing environments; b) coordinates actions with emergency response actors and making use of coordination structures; c) supports adequate levels of information sharing between internal units, cluster partners, IOM and other emergency response actors; d) establishes and maintains effective relationships with implementing partners; e) makes correct decisions rapidly based on available information.

V. Education and Experience *

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or
• University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience;
• Sound knowledge of water, sanitation and hygiene principles for humanitarian assistance, and relevant training attained.

Experience

• Experience in the implementation of water, sanitation and hygiene related projects preferably in the Humanitarian Field.
• Excellent organizational, monitoring and evaluation skills;
• Ability to work with accuracy and minimal supervision;
• Computer literate.

VI. Languages

Fluency in written and oral English is required.

Interested candidates are required to submit a letter of motivation and curriculum vitae clearly indicating the position title in the subject line by e-mail on vss@iom.int