WASH Technical Officer
GOAL is currently seeking to hire a competent person to join our Uganda team. This is an exciting opportunity for you to join an extremely dynamic International NGO and to use your skills. If you are familiar with working within the international development aid sector and have a strong background in the areas mentioned, then you are the one we are looking for!
WASH Technical Officer
About the Role
The WASH Technical Officer will be involved in the synthesis, design, procurement of consultants and contractors, supervision of construction, and support the monitoring and evaluation of the programme activities.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Design of engineering projects
- Be involved in the preliminary planning of engineering projects; needs assessment, WASH surveys, technical data collection and desk studies
- Be involved in the collection of data, data analysis, manipulation and simulations to use in the design of engineering structures
- Be involved in the write-up of planning and design reports
- Develop technical drawings, BOQs and technical specifications for projects
- Be involved in the approval processes of engineering designs following established professional protocols
- Keep abreast of relevant technical design guidelines, project implementation guidelines, design standards and national policies in the water and sanitation and construction sector.
Monitoring and Supervision
- Effective supervision of contractors to execute works in accordance with the technical specifications
- Be responsible for directing contractors to identified beneficiary villages for new construction projects
- Work with the contractor’s Hydrogeologist in siting wells
- Carry out assessments on existing boreholes for rehabilitation
- Oversee general construction works under the project
- Ensure that the drilling contractor collects and submits required technical data in a timely manner
- Conduct frequent field-level monitoring and provide feedback to the WASH programme manager
Documentation and Learning
- Provide activity, weekly, monthly, quarterly and progress reports
- Oversee the implementation of new technological innovations in WASH
- Provide Monthly Log-frame reports/activity reports to the Programme Manager using agreed formats
- Collect and document all snags on the works and ensure their rectification as per the contract terms
- Ensure that communities are involved in the monitoring of the construction
- Update the water points database
- Fill out forms required by the DWO to update the Water Atlas and standard supervision forms
Programme strategic development support
- Be involved in feasibility studies of proposed projects
- Be involved in the design, implementation and evaluation of pilot projects
- Contribute to the WASH strategy and reviews
Procurement and Finance
- Aid the procurement of all construction projects and observe compliance on all procurement procedures
- Prepare completion certificates for works supervised
- Be involved in the planning of budget activities and their periodic review
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
Essential
- Degree/ Higher Technical Diploma in Building and Civil Engineering/ Water Engineering or related discipline
- Demonstrated experience in the design and supervision of construction works especially WASH projects
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in a multi-cultural environment
- Excellent ability in use of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and aptitude to learn to use new software
- Ability to use drafting and design tools; AutoCAD, Epanet etc
- Highly organized and able to manage multiple, simultaneous demands and able to work in a fluid environment and adhere to deadlines
- Excellent written and verbal English language skills
- Possession of a riding permit (Class A) and Ability to ride a motorcycle is required for this job
Desirable:
- Demonstrable, relevant experience in an international NGO and/or in developing countries.
- Specific technical knowledge or experience of INGO approaches, thematic areas or countries
- Knowledge of the following community-based approaches is an added advantage; CLTS, Sanitation marketing, Hand Pump Mechanics Associations
Safeguarding
Children and vulnerable adults who come into contact with GOAL as a result of our activities must be safeguarded to the maximum possible extent from deliberate or inadvertent actions and failings that place them at risk of abuse, sexual exploitation, injury and any other harm. One of the ways that GOAL shows this on-going commitment to safeguarding is to include rigorous background and reference checks in the selection process for all candidates.
Accountability within GOAL
Alongside our safeguarding policy, GOAL is an equal opportunities employer and has a set of integrity policies. Any candidate offered a job with GOAL will be expected to adhere to the following key areas of accountability:
- Comply with GOAL’s policies and procedures with respect to safeguarding, code of conduct, health and safety, confidentiality, do no harm principles and unacceptable behavior protocols.
- Report any concerns about the welfare of a child or vulnerable adult or any wrongdoings within our programming area.
- Report any concerns about inappropriate behaviour of a GOAL staff or partner.
Documentation
- Responsible for all partnership documents; maintain and ensure proper filing of partner related documents in both hard and soft copy
- Keep a record of all the monthly grants management meetings;
- File all financial reports and other related partner documents in an orderly manner
- Maintain an updated partner database;
GOAL
Established in 1977, GOAL is an international humanitarian agency, with a global team of 2,400 personnel, dedicated to alleviating the needs of the most vulnerable communities. Currently operating in 13 of the world’s most vulnerable countries, GOAL delivers a wide range of humanitarian and development programmes, ranging from humanitarian relief in disaster situations, to focusing on nutrition, food security, and building greater resilience and sustainable livelihoods.
General description of the WASH programme:
GOAL has been implementing WASH programs in Uganda since 2003. Historically, GU started implementing WASH projects in Northern Uganda (Pader District) during emergency response to the insurgency caused by Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA) rebels. As the context changed in 2007 GU focused on implementing WASH to support transition and crisis recovery for vulnerable individuals returning to their homes and/or new settlements closer to their places of origin. In 2012, GU WASH programming changed from direct implementation to working through national civil society partners. Currently the GOAL’s WASH programming is operational in 5 districts including Abim, Kaabong (Karamoja – North East), Agago (Acholi – North), and Bugiri and Namayingo (Busoga – South East).
GOAL’s WASH programming in Uganda focuses on six thematic areas of (1) safe water supply, (2) Sanitation Promotion (3) Hygiene Promotion, (4) Operation & maintenance (5) Coordination & Networking and (6) Mainstreaming cross cutting issues. These thematic areas are complementary and essential for effective WASH Programming and contribute towards reduction in morbidity and mortality associated diarrheal diseases. By implementing these interventions, the WASH Programme consequently improves the health status and quality of life of the poor and vulnerable within the targeted communities in GOAL’s 5 WASH programme districts of Uganda.
Remuneration Package and Benefits
Our package includes a competitive salary, health insurance cover for up to 3 dependents, comprehensive 24 hour personal accident cover, terminal benefits equivalent to one month for each completed year of service and our working hours provide for a half day on Fridays. GOAL promotes a learning and development environment with training & study opportunities aligned to our staff development policy.
How to Apply:
Interested applicants who meet the requirements should submit their applications by email with at least 4 reference contacts (3 from the last three employers, and 1 character reference), and daytime contact number to; The Human Resource Manager, GOAL Uganda: recruitment@ug.goal.ie indicating the title for the position applied for in the subject line by 3rd January 2020. PLEASE DO NOT ATTACH CERTIFICATES.
Deadline: 3rd January 2020
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