Reports to: Mozambique Country Director
Location: Pemba, Cabo Delgado
Starting Date: immediate
Duration: 6 months
Summary
This position is an exciting opportunity to join a growing organization in developing its global humanitarian practices. The WASH Coordinator will oversee the strategic development and positioning of the organization in Mozambique in the area of Water, Sanitation and Hygiene.
Context
IsraAID is an Israel-based non-governmental organization that was founded in 2001 and has since its inception worked in emergency and long-term development settings in over 54 countries. IsraAID’s mission is to support people affected by humanitarian crises by partnering with local communities around the world to provide urgent aid, assist recovery, and reduce the risk of future disasters. IsraAID has operated in Mozambique since 2019.
Job Purpose
The WASH Coordinator will lead the conception and implementation of IsraAID Mozambique’s new WASH program in Cabo Delgado. They will be in charge of launching the WASH program in Mozambique, providing strategic direction, leadership and overall technical and management support to the WASH program. The Coordinator will ensure s/he is needs-based, innovative, context-appropriate, responsive, coherent, collaborative, operational and in line with the do-no-harm policy of the IsraAID WASH Sector.
Duties and Responsibilities
Project Management·
Work in collaboration with HQ Technical Advisor and Country Director to oversee project implementation ensuring that services are delivered on time, on budget and in compliance with donor regulations.
Ensure that the program is implemented in ways responsive to communities and in line with IsraAid principles, values and strategic plan and procedures.
Supervise the overall implementation of project plans, ensuring adequate communication and organization between local partners, international partners and staff.
Lead WASH multi-sectoral technical assessments in coordination with other IsraAID thematic areas, as well as other external agencies.
Prepare project and donor reports in a timely manner and in compliance with internal and external requirements.
Ensure minimum standards are maintained in accordance with the Sphere and International guidelines.
Ensure that programme interventions continue to be informed by and integrated with other core sectors (Protection & WASH)
Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning
In coordination with HQ MEAL unit develop tools for the effective implementation of the program
In collaboration with the in-country MEAL officer, monitor programme objectives, outputs, indicators and activities – ensuring the team remains on track as per donor commitment.
Work with Area Coordinator and program manager(s) to ensure appropriate, timely and accurate data collection against agreed indicators to enable both internal and external reporting.
Ensure learning from the WASH programme contributes to knowledge building and sharing within the country office and IsraAid global.
Lead discussions with communities and beneficiaries on programme design and project review, as agreed with Technical Advisor, Field Coordinator/ Project Manager(s).
Partnerships
Foster a spirit of collaboration and empowerment with IsraAid local partners.
Identify, reach out and create collaboration with partners such CBO and academies which is in line with the Country Office Protection vision and strategy
Offer support to partner organizations in respective fields
Support partners in developing a coherent strategy and action plans in line with IsraAIDs
Conduct periodic reviews of joint project plans to identify obstacles and the ways they could be mitigated.
Grants Management
Work closely with the Country Director and Project Manager(s)/Area Coordinator to secure strategic funding opportunities and develop proposals based on identified gaps and needs
In coordination with the DEVCOM Department, produce quality reports to ensure accurate, coherent and timely reporting.
Human Resources and Staff Development
Provide technical support on the recruitment and management of WASH staff, including developing Terms of Reference (ToRs), staffing plan, participating in recruitment processes, and performance evaluations where applicable.
Support the professional development of WASH staff
Facilitate capacity building for team members and partners to develop WASH expertise including coaching, capacity building, training material, mentoring, and supervision
Any other tasks as delegated by the Country Director
Representation, Advocacy & Organisational Learning
Represent IsraAID in relevant WASH working groups and forums.
Identify advocacy, funding, and research opportunities for action.
Represent IsraAid with external stakeholders, including humanitarian partners, donors, authorities, etc.
Actively participate in cluster meetings and any other relevant forums
Required experience and competencies
Bachelor’s degree in Water/Environmental Engineering or other relevant field is a MUST
Minimum 5 years progressive experience in the WASH sector with an INGO and/or UN agency is a MUST
Proven record in designing WASH programs in line with Mozambique Ministry of public works water resource and housing/national Directorate of water supply and sanitation and/or WHO/UNICEF/UNHCR is a MUST
Excellent knowledge and skills working with local communities and capacity development of local staff and stakeholders.
Proven experience as a trainer and in developing structured and comprehensive curriculum and training manuals.
A high level of written and spoken English
Advanced skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Knowledge in GIS is an advantage
Experience in planning, implementation and operation of water or sanitation related infrastructures - is a MUST
Experience in water or sanitation treatment technologies and knowledge of water quality standards and regulations - advantage
Understanding of water and sanitation related engineering design/drawing, material and construction specifications, physical progress monitoring and quality control - is a MUST
How to apply:
To apply for this position, please send your CV (Max 2 Pages) to moz@israaid.org
Please note that CVs longer than 2 pages will not be considered
Please use the following title as subject: CV_Name_WASH Coordinator
We regret to report that only candidates eligible for an interview will be notified