Job Description 

A job description is a written statement that describes the employee’s role and responsibilities. The role and responsibilities shall be executed within the NRC framework. The job description facilitates the recruitment process by stating the necessary competencies. It is mandatory for all positions.

Position:                                            Wash Project Project Coordinator

Reports to:                                       Area Manager 

Supervision of:                                WASH Officers  & Assistants 

Duty station:                                    Kigoma region, Kasulu/Kibondo/Kakonko districts. 

Travel %                                            -

Project number:                              TZFM2403

Duration and type of contract:   12 months  

All NRC employees are expected to work in accordance with the organisation’s core values: dedication, innovation, inclusivity and accountability. These attitudes and believes shall guide our actions and relationships.

  1. Role and responsibilities

    The purpose of the wash Project Coordinator position is to implement delegated wash project portfolio. 

    The following is a brief description of the role.

    Generic responsibilities

  2. Line management for project staff
Adherence to NRC policies, guidance and proceduresContribute to the development of Country, Area and wash strategies, initiate and participate in the development of relevant wash projects  Coordinate and manage wash project implementation (activities, budget and project documentation) in line with proposals, strategies and donor requirementsImplement technical direction and ensure high technical quality of projectsProvide regular progress reports to the Wash/Shelter PDM and Area manager                     Ensure that projects target beneficiaries most in need of protection, explore and asses new and better ways to assistDevelop and manage project budget (in cooperation with Cs) and coordinate across CCs Ensure capacity building of project staff and transfer key skills  Liaise and collaborate with relevant local authorities and other key stakeholdersPromote the rights of refugees in line with the advocacy strategy

 Specific responsibilities 

Ensure that assessment, programme design and implementation considers needs and vulnerabilities within the community. On the basis of these assessments to design and construct appropriate responses (both programmatic and advocacy) to meet people's basic WASH needs including water reticulation system, excreta disposal, solid waste management, drainage, vector control, and hygiene. Ensure that WASH programme design is informed by and integrated with NRC’s other priority sectors of camp management, education and Shelter.To ensure that sustainable systems are set in place for longer term operation and maintenance of all water and sanitation infrastructure, including the provision of all necessary training.Prepare and oversee the implementation process to ensure timely delivery of programme activities (for example, monitoring against log frames, individual performance management work plans).To ensure that the minimum standards of humanitarian relief are maintained in accordance with the UNHCR and SPHERE standard Identify learning and training opportunities for NRC staff and partners and work as a mentor and role model for less experienced staff. Look for opportunities for experiential learning within all work.

Critical interfaces

Strategy and project planning: Sector leads/team leaders/PMS Area operations: Field coordinator/team leaders and staffStaff capacity building: Sector leads, Coordinators and Team leaders.Implementation: Wash/Shelter, education and ICLA Sector leads.

 Scale and scope of positionStaff:WASH project staff (WASH Officers and Wash Assistants) Stakeholders:UN agencies, Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) INGO’s and local NGOsBudgets:All WASH related budgets Information:The post holder is responsible for Monthly reporting and also relevant parts of the CO strategy reporting (quarterly reports). Legal or compliance:Responsible for managing contracts with contractors and/or suppliers working on the WASH projects. In addition, the post holder is responsible for compliance with the donor regulations of projects that s/he will be the budget holder for.  

Competencies 

Competencies are important in order for the employee and the organisation to deliver desired results. They are relevant for all staff and are divided into the following two categories:

1. Professional competencies 

These are skills, knowledge and experience that are important for effective performance. 

Generic professional competencies: 

Minimum 3 years of experience from a senior level project implementation position in a humanitarian/recovery context Experience from working in complex and volatile contextsTechnical Wash expertise Documented results related to the position’s responsibilitiesKnowledge about own leadership skills/profile Fluency in English, both written and verbal 

Context/ Specific skills, knowledge and experience: 

Knowledge of the context in Tanzania is an advantage Emergency & Protracted crisis WASH assistance in camp set up Knowledge of the local language (Swahili) is an advantage Experience with start-up of operations 

2. Behavioural competencies 

Managing resources to optimize resultsManaging performance and developmentEmpowering and building trustHandling insecure environments Performance Management

The employee will be accountable for the responsibilities and the competencies, in accordance with the NRC Performance Management Manual. The following documents will be used for performance reviews: 

•      The Job Description 

•      The performance Management system 

•      The Mid-term/End-of-trial Period Performance Review 

•      The End-term Performance Review 

•      The NRC Competency Framework

Additional Information.

This position is open to Tanzania National Only. ‘’Female candidates are encouraged to apply''.

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