WASH Technical Officer Job Amref

Responsibilities

Technical Expertise and Support

• Support in identification and engagement of potential franchisees as per the WaterStarters selection criteria 
• Conduct site assessments and feasibility studies for WASH infrastructure projects (e.g., water supply systems, sanitation facilities, hygiene promotion infrastructure).
• Develop detailed engineering designs, drawings, and specifications for WASH infrastructure, including water sources, treatment systems, distribution networks, and sanitation facilities.
• Prepare Bills of Quantities (BOQs) and cost estimates for project activities.
• Ensure designs comply with national and international standards and best practices.
• Oversee the construction and installation of WASH infrastructure, ensuring quality control and adherence to project plans.
• Supervise contractors and subcontractors, providing technical guidance and monitoring their performance.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, identify challenges, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure that projects are completed within the agreed timeframe and budget.
• Manage material procurement and logistics.

Stakeholder Engagement and Capacity Building

• Engage with franchisees, community members and local authorities to ensure their participation in project planning and implementation.
• Provide technical training and support to franchisees and community members on the operation and maintenance of WASH infrastructure.
• Support in training of community health volunteers on health promotion using project approved strategies Promote hygiene education and awareness within the project area.
• Work with local authorities to ensure the long-term sustainability of the projects.

Monitoring and Evaluation

• Support in development of monthly, quarterly and annual reports per organization and donor requirement 
• Keep the Project coordinator regularly updated on all issues related to the project activities.
• Support in monitoring franchisees financial performance and provide advise on optimizing water sales.
• Follow up with franchisees to ensure timely remittance of monthly payments as stipulated in their respective franchise agreements

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Environmental Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, or a related field.  
• A minimum of 4 years of experience in WASH project implementation, preferably in an NGO setting
• Proven experience in designing and supervising the construction of WASH infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of water supply, sanitation, and hygiene principles and practices.
• Proficiency in using engineering design software (e.g., AutoCAD, WaterCAD, EPANET).
• Knowledge of relevant national and international standards and guidelines.
• Possess skills in proposal and report writing, project cycle management and participatory monitoring and evaluation of projects.
• Experience in community engagement and capacity building.
• Experience with borehole drilling, rehabilitation and solar powered water systems
• Having a good geo-political understanding of the county will be an added advantage.

Competences

• Able to deliver quality work within tight deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Hard working and results oriented.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

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