Program Associate (WASH)

Job description

CTG overview

CTG staff and support humanitarian projects in fragile and conflict-affected countries around the world, providing a rapid and cost-effective service for development and humanitarian missions. With past performance in 17 countries – from the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Asia, we have placed more than 20,000 staff all over the world since operations began in 2006.

CTG recruits, deploys and manages the right people with the right skills to implement humanitarian and development projects, from cleaners to obstetricians, and mechanics to infection specialists, we’re skilled in emergency response to crises such as the Ebola outbreak in West Africa. Key to successful project delivery is the ability to mobilise at speed; CTG can source and deploy anyone, anywhere, in less than 2 weeks and have done so in 48 hours on a number of occasions.

Through our efficient and agile HR, logistical and operational services, CTG saves multilateral organisations time and money. We handle all our clients’ HR related issues, so they are free to focus on their core services.

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Overview of position

Under the overall
supervision of the WASH Programme Manager, the direct supervision of the WASH
Officer and administrative supervision of head of Sub Office, the successful
candidate will support the implementation of activities committed in
project proposals and those required for development and sustainability of the
IOM WASH programme in Afghanistan.

Role objectives

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1.Assist in the
implementation and monitoring of WASH project activities.

2.Retrieve, compile, summarize, and present information/data on specific
project topics.

3.Support administrative coordination of project implementation, involving
liaison with diverse organizational units and external parties to initiate
requests, obtain necessary clearances, process and follow-up on administrative
actions, etc.

4.Prepare and follow up on the field team deployment plan on daily and
weekly basis and report to the WASH Officer.

5.Draft status reports, identifying shortfalls in delivery and bringing
them to the attention of the supervisor.

6.Carry out technical
assessments and analyse the data collected towards the implementation of
projects in the water, sanitation and hygiene to respond to the needs of IDPs
and host community.

7.Assist the WASH
Programme Officer in preparing cost estimates for water, sanitation and related
hygiene interventions.

8.Assist the WASH
Officer in preparing final bidding documentation for tender processes.

9.Regularly monitor all
basic portions of the WASH projects in progress and provide weekly updated
summary to the WASH Officer.

10.Draft daily field
reports, analyse the reports and discuss matters that need attention with
supervisor.

11.Bring to the attention
of the supervisor of any works which are not meeting timelines or where quality
standards are not being met.

12.Monitor that materials
are used in accordance with specifications/procedures and instructions from the
supervisor, keeping records and coordinating with the Logistics Officer for
request and delivery to implementation sites.

13.Prepare and define
logistical needs for the implementation of your activities.

14.Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

 

Education

Bachelor’s degree in
public health, Environmental/Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Water
management or related fields from an accredited academic institution with three
(3) years of relevant professional experience.

 

Or

High School Diploma
with five (5) years of relevant professional experience

Experience

 

Experience in
community mobilization, public health and WASH, especially in conflict or
post-conflict areas.

Experience in WASH
services implementation, contribution such as water, sanitation and hygiene
promotion is required.

Experience in
monitoring team activities is such a strong advantage.

Direct experience in
the Central and/or Eastern Regions is essential.

Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage

Experience in Cluster
coordination and engagement with humanitarian actors is required.

 

SKILLS

Good assessment, analytical and planning skills

Good organizational and monitoring skills
Good oral and reporting skills
Team management and communication skill
Knowledge of water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH)
In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization; and,
Demonstrated computer skills, including MS Office package.
Ability to work under little supervision

Languages

• For all Applicants, fluency in English is required (oral and written).
• Working knowledge of Pashto or Dari is required.
• Fluency in all national language(s) are highly advantages.

 

Note: Qualified female candidates are highly encouraged
to apply.

Project reporting

N/A

Key competencies

  VALUES – All IOM staff
members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

• Inclusion and
  respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural
  differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• Integrity and
  transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner
  consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism:
  Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner
  and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Courage:
  Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows
  compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly
  treated.

CORE COMPETENCIES – Behavioural
indicators 

• Teamwork:
  Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to
  achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering
  results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and
  timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed
  outcomes.
• Managing
  and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and
  innovate.
• Accountability:
  Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes
  responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
• Communication:
  Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains
  complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Team management

N/A

Further information

Interested candidates are required to apply through Tayo. Also, please take note that CTG does not accept applications in hard copies.

Before applying the candidate must carefully read the advertisement.

Applicants are advised to fill in all mandatory fields otherwise they will not be able to apply and should fill their correct and active e-mail address in the online application as any correspondence will be made by CTG through e-mail only.

Note: Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please ensure that the e-mail address and phone number that you will indicate are accurate.

Disclaimer:

· At no stage of the recruitment process will CTG ask candidates for a fee. This includes during the application stage, interview, assessment and training.

· CTG has a zero tolerance to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA) which is outlined in its Code of Conduct. Protection from SEA is everyone’s responsibility and all staff are required to adhere to CTG’s Code of Conduct at all times.