Project Assistant – WASH (National Position) in Lamwo Lamwo Uganda
LWF World Service is the humanitarian and development arm of the Lutheran World Federation. We are a widely recognized, international, faith-based organization working in over 20 countries. We seek to bring people of all backgrounds together in the common quest for justice, peace, and reconciliation in an increasingly complex and fragmented world.
A commitment to the human rights of every individual, regardless of their status, guides our work, actions, and operations. We are particularly known for our timely, compassionate, and professional humanitarian work, and for our field presence in hard-to-reach areas. Our work is people-centered and community- based. Above all, we work with the most vulnerable, and in order to claim and uphold their rights, we engage proactively with local government and community structures.
LWF Uganda works closely with United Nations agencies (UNHCR, UNICEF, IOM, UNFPA, WFP), PRM, EU/ECHO, BfTW, etc. LWF Related and faith-based agencies and their back donors.
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The LWF Uganda Program is looking for qualified and experienced persons to fill the following position;
Job Title: Project Assistant – WASH.
No. of Positions: One (01).
Duty Station: Lamwo
Reports to: Project Officer – WASH.
Starting Date: ASAP
Duration of Contract: 1-year contract (with the possibility of extension).
Closing Date for Applications: 01st June, 2022.
Job Summary: Under the guidance of the Hygiene and Sanitation Officer the Project Assistant is responsible for: Main Duties and Responsibilities
Implementation of WASH activities
Train and sensitize community leaders, people of concern (PoCs) and neighboring host communities on the operation and maintenance of WASH facilities
Engage in the training and sensitization of the PoCs and host communities on healthy sanitation and hygiene practices.
Carry out water quality surveillance in and around PoC settlement
Compile list of PSN beneficiaries for wash items
Sensitize water users on safe water chain
Keep up to date list of water user committees and members
On quarterly basis, compile/update list of households in the village
Facilitate formation, activation and training of water user committees
Participate in the training of school health club members
Site HH latrines for construction
Facilitates hygiene education sessions at water point and at block level.
Carry out sanitary risk assessment at water points
Monitor public health aspects of latrines and shelter construction
Representation and stakeholder management
In partnership with market management committees, organize quarterly clean up Champaign in public places
Participate in field-level coordination meetings
Participate in communicable diseases surveillance
Internal reporting
Compile and submit periodic wash field activities reports
Collect and compile on regular basis field data on wash project activities.
Team management
Provide technical guidance to hygiene promoters, water user committees, waste management committees, and community leaders
Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the supervisor.
Other:
Undertake other related duties as may reasonably be assigned by the Supervisor.
Education, Experience, Skills, and Technical Competences:
Diploma or University Degree in Environment Health Science, Public Health, Social Sciences from a recognized Institution, Post Graduate training in Project Planning and Management and Sound knowledge of Financial Management is an added, At least 2 years’ experience in Community WASH programming, Proven knowledge, and experience in developing and implementing community WASH mobilization projects. Ability to exercise sound judgment, to remain flexible to a changing environment, and make decisions independently, Excellent English Language (both written and spoken) and Must possess a valid riding permit.
Applications should be addressed to;
LWF Uganda Office of Human Resources
Plot 1401, Ggabba Road, Nsambya
P.O Box 5827, Kampala- Uganda
Tel: +256 (0) 393 264 006/7/8
LWF/DWS is an equal opportunity employer, irrespective of gender, race or religious affiliation. Female candidates possessing the above requirements are encouraged to apply. LWF/DWS is a signatory to the Code of Conduct for humanitarian agencies. Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect the organization’s commitment to the prevention of abuse and exploitation of beneficiaries.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted
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