EYN Projects is a community-based non-profit/non-governmental organization. We respect and believe in the infinite worth of every individual. This is demonstrated through our developmental and humanitarian services to affected communities, equal employment opportunities, building and strengthening the skills of our staff, and ensuring qualitative and effective service delivery. EYN Projects does not discriminate based on gender, ethnicity, or religion in our recruitment exercise nor in our humanitarian and developmental work.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: WASH Assistant Officer
Location: Borno Job type: Full-time (Onsite)
Job Role
The WASH Assistant Officer will be responsible in assisting the WASH Officer for the supervision of all WASH-related constructions and rehabilitation. With the directives of WASH Officer.
He/She will provide technical support to the team and will be responsible for supervising vendors to ensure all rehabilitation works are done according to the agreed WASH standard
Main Responsibilities
The WASH Assistant Officer has the following duties and responsibilities:
Supervises the activities of hygiene Promoters within the community to reduce WASH-related risks
Monitor data Collect and record on hygiene promotion activities and share them with the WASH technical officer for analysis
Conduct Training and refreshers for hygiene promoters and other down liners on hygiene and sanitation best practices.
Participate in WASH coordination meetings and other related field meetings.
Provide Technical support and on-the-job coaching for hygiene promoters.
Liaise with the MEAL team to conduct needs assessments, baseline surveys and other assessments
Be the link between the community leaders and the organization, identifying key hygiene challenges to be addressed.
Support hygiene promoters in community-based solid waste management initiatives.
Supervise the mobilization and sensitization of Project participants and community stakeholders by the hygiene promoters in carrying out communal activities.
Ensure timely completion of project activities according to the weekly and monthly work plan.
Support Hygiene and MHM Kits distribution and sensitize beneficiaries on the proper use of the hygiene items
Write weekly/monthly reports and share them with the WASH officer
Ensure activities are carried out accordingly with Work plan by the hygiene promoters without procrastination.
Work closely with the WASH officer to develop WASH proposals for implementation
Perform other duties as may be assigned from time to time by supervisor
Core Behaviours
Understanding humanitarian contexts and application of humanitarian principles:
Ensure that program goals and activities uphold the principles of the key national and international humanitarian frameworks, codes, and commitments
Integrate beneficiary accountability principles into the approach
Achieving results effectively:
Ensure efficient and transparent use of resources following internal controls
Address difficult situations and make tough decisions confidently and calmly
Consider the wider impact of decisions to be made in the short and long term.
Continuously provides feedback and updates to achieve improved results
Document lessons learned and apply them to future projects
Maintaining and developing collaborative relationships:
Actively listen to different perspectives and experiences of stakeholders
Actively participate in networks to access and contribute to good practice
Establish and maintain clear communication and dialogue with disaster and conflict-affected people and other stakeholders
Operating safely and securely:
Identify and communicate risks and threats and minimize these for oneself and the agency
Take measures to do no harm and to minimize risks for partners and the communities
Reduce vulnerability by complying with safety and security protocols set by the organization.
Managing yourself in a pressured and changing environment:
Help team members practice stress management through prioritization of workloads and modeling of appropriate self-care
Remain effective and retain perspective in the face of difficult or demanding situations
Demonstrate personal integrity by using one’s position responsibly and fairly
Maintain ethical and professional behavior following relevant codes of conduct
Plan, prioritize, and perform tasks well under pressure
Take responsibility for your work and the impact of your actions
Leadership - Action; Thinking; Self; Inspiring; Developing Others:
Demonstrate managerial courage by confronting difficult situations seeking resolution, and stating willingness to champion ideas
Demonstrate approachability and trust by listening carefully to others valuing their contribution, and making others feel comfortable by being open and honest about their thoughts and feelings
Demonstrate self-development and management by taking responsibility for own development, and actively seeking out feedback to better understand their strengths and weaknesses.
Effectively influence others by understanding their interests and showing how they will be met by their own preferred solution
Give constructive feedback to enhance capabilities and responsibilities to another for his/her development
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree / HND in Statistics, Economics, or any related field from a certified tertiary institution with at least 2 (two) years of proven experience in Monitoring and Evaluation which includes database development and management, remote monitoring, assessments, and situation analysis in emergency settings.
Proven experience working in an office environment.
Listening skills
Excellent knowledge of the Nigerian Humanitarian and development context
Excellent reporting skills
Excellent communication, diplomatic, and writing skills
Proficient in relevant computer applications
Good analytical and problem-solving skills (at ease with figures and data)
Knowledge and Skills:
The ability to multitask.
Excellent organizational skills.
Effective communication skills in English and Hausa