The WASH Project Officer will play a pivotal role in planning, implementing, and monitoring WASH projects within ChildFund Timor Leste. He/she will work closely with the DRM Project coordinator and other team members to ensure the successful delivery of high-quality WASH services to communities in need. This position requires strong technical expertise in WASH, project management skills, coordination skill and the ability to work effectively in a team and with community stakeholders.
KEY DUTIES
- Project Planning and Design:
- Participate in needs assessments and feasibility studies to inform project design.
- Collaborate with the DRM project coordinator to develop detailed project plans and timelines.
- Project Implementation:
- Oversee the execution of WASH projects, ensuring adherence to approved plans and timelines.
- Coordinate with Ministry of Health, Local authority to ensure the smooth implementation of WASH activities.
- Ensure that projects meet technical standards and comply with relevant guidelines and regulations.
- Monitoring and Evaluation:
- Establish and implement robust monitoring and evaluation systems for WASH projects.
- Collect and analyse project data to track progress and identify areas for improvements.
- Prepare regular reports on project achievements and challenges.
- Capacity Building:
- Provide technical guidance and training to the community members.
- Support the development of WASH-related training materials and resources.
- Build the capacity of local authority in WASH practices.
- Community Engagement:
- Facilitate community consultations and engagement in project planning and decision-making.
- Promote community ownership of WASH facilities and practices.
- Address community concerns and feedback in a timely and respectful manner.
- Budget and Resource Management:
- Assist in budget development and management for WASH projects.
- Monitor project expenditures and ensure efficient use of resources.
- Collaborate with the finance team to ensure financial accountability.
- Coordination and Reporting:
- Coordinate with relevant government authorities, NGOs, on WASH activities.
- Prepare and submit timely and accurate project reports to the WASH Project coordinator.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in environmental engineering, Civil Engineering, Public Health, or a related field
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in WASH project management, preferably in humanitarian or development contexts
- Strong technical knowledge of WASH principles, technologies, and best practices.
- Excellent organization and interpersonal skills;
- Experience in conducting needs assessments, capacity building, feasibility studies, and data analysis.
- Proficiency in project management tools and software.
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work in challenging and diverse cultural environments.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stake holder management skills.
- Fluent in English and local language (Fataluku) both written and spoken.
SKILLS
- Mature, dynamic, hardworking and able to manage multiple priorities.
- Flexibility
- Positive and supportive attitude - Willing to support the overall goals of ChildFund Australia in Timor-Leste.
- Communication & interpersonal skills
- Accountability and integrity
Please click on the POSITION DESCRIPTION to find out more about this job.
Application deadline is 6th May 2024. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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