WASH Specialist - Sierra Leone

Mar 24, 2014 | UNICEF

 Under the direct supervision of WASH Manager and the general guidance of the Chief CSD, contributes to project implementation, monitoring and evaluation of programme/project activities and progress reporting, including teamwork and capacity building of staff members under her/his supervision.

UNICEF is seeking a WASH Specialist

Participates in the formulation and development of the WASH programme goals, strategies and approaches for the UNICEF plan of cooperation. Plans, implements and monitors assigned activities. Participates with UNICEF/government/and other partners in the development of WASH construction/engineering strategies, methodologies and identification of new approaches for improving WASH construction/engineering programme delivery, with emphasis on advocacy, community participation and social mobilization

Reviews and evaluates the technical, institutional and financial feasibility and constraints of WASH construction/engineering programmes/projects in coordination and collaboration with government and other partners. Provides technical support to government and non-government organizations at the national, regional and provincial levels in the planning, development and implementation stages of the WASH construction/engineering programmes/projects. Plans, organizes and conducts training and orientation activities for government personnel and beneficiaries, for the purpose of capacity building at the central and regional levels, and expansion of coverage of services

Undertakes field visits, and surveys in order to monitor and evaluate WASH construction/engineering project implementation. Identifies problems and proposes remedial actions. Identifies alternative courses of action, to accelerate/improve programme delivery. Develops the work-plan for the WASH construction/engineering sector and monitors compliance to ensure objectives and targets are met/ achieved. Guides and supervises professional staff. Ensures their training needs are met, and provides on-the-job training.

Coordinates with Operations/Supply staff on supply and non- supply assistance activities. Approves disbursement of funds ensuring proper utilization and accountability, and that activities are within established plans of action, and the programme budget allotments. Coordinates activities and exchanges information/ideas with other programmes, to contribute to the achievement of overall country programme objectives. Participates in establishing effective monitoring, information and reporting systems, and in the development of communication materials and strategies to support advocacy and community participation. Participates in the preparation of all programme reports for management, Board, donors, budget reviews, programme analysis, annual reports, etc.