Project Assistant NGO Job Careers – Malteser International
Organisation: Malteser International
Duty Station: Uganda
About US:
Malteser International, the worldwide relief agency of the Order of Malta for humanitarian aid, works in more than 20 countries in Africa, Asia and the Americas for people in need, regardless of their religion, origin or political affiliation. Its mission is to provide emergency relief as well as to implement rehabilitation measures and to facilitate the link between emergency relief and sustainable development. Christian values and the humanitarian principles of impartiality and independence form the basis of its work in the following areas: Relief, Reconstruction & Rehabilitation; Health & Nutrition; Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH); Livelihood & Social Programs and Disaster Risk Reduction. Malteser International has been implementing projects in Uganda for over two decades focusing mainly on health and nutrition, water, sanitation and hygiene, livelihood and environment.
Job Summary: The Project Assistant (m/f/d) supports the Project Coordinator in the timely, efficient and effective implementation of MI projects in accordance with the project’s proposal and LogFrame.
Key Duties and Responsibilties:
WASH
- Assess support requirements against project objectives and operating environment
- Supervise and direct the work of the plumbers. Set up maintenance systems, train staff and arrange repairs
- Ensure regular samples are taken and analysed for water quality analysis and advise on actions taken
- Contribute to the planning and design of water supply schemes and other hardware
- Support in reporting of project progress and in reaction of donor, internal and other reports, as well as in the elaboration of monthly reports
- Assist in preparation of BoQs and RFQs related to WASH in close collaboration with the Logistics Officer
- Assist in the supervision of construction activities, conduct field inspections, site assessments and closely monitor construction progress
- Prepare and organise trainings and workshops in the field of WASH and ensure their smooth implementation
Health, Livelihoods, Environment and FNS
- Coordinate and monitor the implementation of livelihood, FNS, environment and health activities according to the objectives, indicators, work plan and approved budget
- Take a lead in the implementation of health projects specifically act as the focal point for menstrual health hygiene promotion
- Assist in planning and implementation of distributions and activities in other sectors such as
- FNS, Livelihoods and environment
- Track the progress of activities, ensure the collecting of program indicators and provide information for on-time monthly and donor reports, in close collaboration with the MEAL Coordinator and Project Coordinator
- Prepare and Organize trainings and workshops for PoC in the fields of livelihood, environment and health to ensure their smooth implementation
General Duties:
- Represent MI in relevant clusters, donors and other humanitarian coordination mechanisms on request and in close coordination with the Project Coordinator
- Reports on a weekly basis and compile monthly and donor reports for all activities in collaboration with programs and support staff
- In close collaboration with the MEAL Coordinator, ensure beneficiary feedback is addressed on a monthly basis and ensure community response mechanism is in place and adhered to
- Ensure regular collection and elaboration of information for communication purposes and public relations
- Carry out any other relevant duties as assigned by the supervisors or the regional office
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Degree in Civil and construction engineering, Water Resources Engineering, Public/ Environmental Health from a recognized university
- Minimum 3 years’ professional experience in WASH implementation including water system construction and WASH governance, project implementation in both humanitarian and development contexts with reputable INGO
- Prior experience in project management is an added advantage
How to Apply:
Kindly note that this a national position with a local contract
If you are interested in this position, please apply online at the link below.
Kindly submit your application (CV, letter of motivation, copies of diplomas and three professional references)
Kindly note that this a national position with a local contract
Deadline: Friday 8th November 2019.