Project Assistant

Job Description

​​​The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is the only international inter-governmental agency with a specific mandate for migration and is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing technical expertise to governments, migrants and host communities through a wide range of sustainable solutions contributing to support populations affected by forced migration and improve living conditions of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs).  

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and the Senior Program Officer (WASH), and the direct supervision of the Project Officer (WASH), the incumbent will be responsible for carrying out WASH project functions in accordance with IOM’s regulations, rules and procedures. ​ 

Responsibilities

• ​​Assist in implementation WASH projects according to the agreed response strategy and plan.
• ​Liaise closely with the Senior Project Officer (WASH), Project Officer(s) and other Project assistants (WASH) throughout the planning, implementation, and monitoring stages of WASH projects.
• Participate in the assessments, definition of technical documents and contracts for the construction, rehabilitation and upgrading of WASH facilities.
• ​Participate in assessments of water and sanitation needs.
• Continuously assist to monitor the WASH activities using both quantitative and qualitative data.
• Monitor and verify WASH projects are implemented in line with the requirements and in accordance with IOM, donor, Cluster, country and international standards i.e. Sphere and HAP standards.
• Assist in the preparation of technical   site layout, and bill of quantities for all planned works. Provide technical inputs to logistics/ procurement in calling for bids, technical evaluation, assist in preparing the contractual agreements and monitoring the work of successful contractors.
• Support in preparing the requests of the materials, and verifying the technical specifications and quality delivered by suppliers and contractors.
• Support site planning in terms of locating WASH facilities as required in new site developments and extensions. Support topographical survey and setting out of drainage lines.
• Continually support to assess emergency needs, as requested, especially taking in the broader perspective of WASH and public health.
• daily, weekly, and monthly reports on time using standard format.
• Effectively work together with other WASH Cluster partners in executing WASH response activities.   Maintain effective communication and networking through partnership and collaboration.
• Coordinate closely with local government and sectoral stakeholders/counterparts to exchange information on the implementation of WASH projects.
• Suggest areas for improvement and record lessons learnt for future activities.
• Perform such other duties as may be assigned.​

Qualifications

EDUCATION 

• ​​High school degree or equivalent with at least five years of relevant working experience; or
• ​Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Architecture, Public Health, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with at least three years of relevant work experience.​

EXPERIENCE 

• ​​Experience in humanitarian field is mandatory; WASH in emergencies is an asset.
• ​Experience with design-related software (e.g. AutoCAD) and ability to prepare schedules/bills of quantities and cost estimates is an asset.
• ​Must have strong analytical, planning and people management skills.
• ​Ability to prepare clear and concise reports.​

SKILLS 

• ​​Proficiency in computer applications (MS Word, Excel, Outlook etc).
• ​Interpersonal skills.
• ​Proactive, independent worker, great team player, fast learner.
• ​Ability to maintain integrity in performing responsibility assigned.
• ​Administrative & Time Management skills​

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