Job Description
Job Description
Specific responsibilities
-Supervision of incentive plumbers in routine pipeline operation - maintenance & leakage management
-Supervision of gate valve operators; monitoring ESTs and water point access.
-Supervision of CBOs in monitoring pipeline trenching & laying.
-Water quality monitoring at household level and at tap stand levels.
-Monitoring routine maintenance and servicing of Boreholes.
-Boreholes data management and BH/EST compound maintenance. -Monitoring water supply in School; institutions & agencies within the camp.
-Community liaison focal person through Water committees.
-Conduct water supply outreach awareness by open campaigns or community Barazas on water hygiene; water management.
-Raise community awareness on water issues relevant to the community
-Identify community water issues; needs & problems; & help resolve water conflicts.
-Linkage for block leaders; school; agencies & institutions in water supply monitoring.
-Carryout capacity building for incentive staff and water committees.
-Work together with WASH committees, community leadership in the field in identification of problematic areas, water reticulation systems with a view of providing a durable solution.
-Collaborate with other agencies’ staff in the field during inter agency meetings and field discussions.
-Certification of completed jobs/works for purposes of preparation of payments to vendors /contractor
-Ensure filing of supporting documentations.
-Perform any other duties and responsibilities assigned by the WASH Coordinator or Area Manager
Academic and Professional Qualifications
-Preference will be in Public health, Economics, Mechanical/Electrical/Geospatial engineering, Water Resources and community development from reputable higher learning institutions or National Polytechnics or Technical training institutions or National Youth Service.
Relevant Experience
-Good computer analytical skills
-Background work in humanitarian setting with 3 years relevant experience for diploma holders and 5 years experience for certificate holders.
Knowledge, Skills & Personal Attributes
-Experience in handling multiple project sites is preferable
-Leadership and mentorship skills
-Ability to work independently with good reporting skills
-Results oriented individual, team player and uphold integrity
-Ability to effectively communicate and deal with team members
-Strong interpersonal skills
-Strong communication skills in English and Kiswahili
-Ability to adopt in a highly changing environment
-Strong leadership, management skills
-Motor cycle riding skills and possession of a valid driving Licence will be an added advantage
Qualified females candidates are encouraged to apply