WATSAN SUPERVISOR

Main Purpose:

Supporting the Water, Hygiene and Sanitation (Watsan) Manager / Hospital Facility Manager in the implementation and supervision of Watsan activities, including tools and materials employed according to MSF standards and protocols, in order to improve health and living conditions of the target population.

 

Accountabilities:  

 

• Ensuring the day-to-day implementation and administration of assigned Watsan activities at project level, including but not limited to, water supply, excreta disposal, waste management, vector control, and dead bodies management.
• Ensuring that the MSF procedures and protocols are followed by the Watsan teams to guarantee the operational quality of the project.
• Ensuring the maintenance and repair of technical equipment in the project to guarantee an adequate running of Watsan activities.
• Ensuring the distribution of the materials and tools used in water treatment, hygiene and sanitation (e.g. physical organization and inventory of stocks, receiving and processing orders for water, sanitation and hygiene material, check that the amounts received are recorded, and check monthly consumptions, etc.).
• Supporting the Watsan Manager in ensuring an appropriate emergency preparedness and response capacity (physical verification of stocks, contacts, transport means, staff training). Ensuring appropriate assistance to the project response team and if required, participating in emergency activities or exploratory visits.
• Supporting the Watsan Manager in the team planning (e.g. staff rosters and admin, HR processes, etc.) and informing and involving the Watsan Manager in case of any major management or technical issue, and providing all required reporting
• Planning and supervising the HR processes (training, performance evaluation, tasks definition and internal and external communication) of the staff under his/her responsibility in order to ensure both the sizing and the amount of knowledge required for the activity.
• Participating in data collection and reporting as required

 

MSF SwissContext Specific Accountabilities:

 

• Supervision of the watsan team under his responsibility (WATSAN Agents and WATSAN Technician) in Mosul project.
• Carrying out STU , Steriplus , HTI , Water Lab and waste water lab monitoring and maintenance in Mosul  project according to MSF protocols and standards concerning the operation of waste chambers, waste management and excreta disposal, hygiene and infection control.
• Ensuring the cleaning and maintenance of the STU, Steriplus, HTI , Water Lab and waste water lab in Mosul Project.
• Watsan Activity supervision , vector control measures , support in training and supervising daily laborer’s or hygiene agents for Watsan activities
• Informing the Watsan Manager / HFM of any difficulties, anomalies and problems that may affect the normal functioning STU activities and tasks in his/her area of responsibility.
• Assisting the Watsan Manager / HFM in Watsan data collection and reporting, as well as maintaining updated files and records of assigned project activities
• Being responsible for equipment, tools, and consumables, verifying that they are safely used and

       maintained.

• Reporting to the supervisor any need of renewal and the weekly/monthly consumption.

 

Requirements:

 

Education:	–      Bachelor’s degree or technical diploma, desirable specialization in water and                     sanitation or environmental sectors
Experience:	–      Essential: At least 2 years of relevant work experience in WATSAN or related fields . –      Desirable: Experience working with MSF or other NGOs in developing countries. –      Desirable: Experience in emergency interventions
Languages:	–      Mandatory: Fluency in English (minimum B1) and Arabic
Knowledge:	–      Essential computer literacy Office 365
Competencies:	–      Results and Quality Orientation L2 –      Team work and Cooperation      L2 –      Behavioural Flexibility                  L2 –      Commitment to MSF Principles L2 –      Stress Management                     L3

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their complete application file (CV + motivation letter + references + ID card), Only applications with complete documentation will be considered.

 

By email to MSFCH-Mosulwest-Recruitment@geneva.msf.org

 

Please indicate “WATSAN SUPERVISOR” in the e-mail title.

We recommend all applicants to write a cover letter containing an introduction of yourself, explaining why you are applying for the position, and explaining why you think you are suitable for the position.

Ensure that your Resume clearly highlights your experience in WATSAN, including specific roles and responsibilities. It is important to demonstrate your supervisory experience, team management skills, and relevant competencies. This will help us understand your exact job scope, leadership abilities, and how your skills align with the requirements of the job.

 

 

Only English CVs are considered.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. (Please make sure your email and phone number are updated)

Your application will not be returned to you at any stage of the recruitment process.

Female Candidates are encouraged to apply.

Candidates are encouraged to apply early, as applications may be screened prior to the vacancy deadline.

 

The protection of your personal data is important to MSF. By submitting your application, you consent to MSF using your data only for the recruitment process to have all the information and documents necessary to proceed with the recruitment, validation of your application and selection of the most suitable candidate. Your data will be treated confidentially. Only people part of the recruitment process has access to your data. MSF does not sell your data under any circumstances. If you have any questions or requests, you can contact msfch-erbil-recruitment@geneva.msf.org.

 

We offer:

• Legal contract and pay in accordance with MSF Salary Grid. Level (06)
• The chance to gain professional development and to develop (career path, training, etc.) within the organisation.
• The opportunity to contribute to our objective of saving lives, alleviating suffering and working with those most in need.