Plan International is an independent child rights and humanitarian organisation committed to children living a life free of poverty, violence and injustice. We actively unite children, communities and other people who share our mission to make positive lasting changes in children’s and young people’s lives. We support children to gain the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to claim their rights to a fulfilling life, today and in the future. We place a specific focus on girls and women, who are most often left behind.
We have been building powerful partnerships for children for more than 75 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries. Plan is seeking applicants for Roving WASH /Construction officer for the USAID-funded Transform WASH project in Ethiopia led by Population Services International (PSI). The Roving WASH /Construction officer will be in charge of overseeing Transform WASH’s Health facility WASH facilities construction and rehabilitation works in eight regions of Ethiopia.
Roles and Responsibilities:
The post holder is responsible to coordinate T-WASH infrastructure study, design, planning, implementation and monitoring and evaluation.
Coordinate the development of WASH infrastructure planning works including feasibility study, preparation of the design, drawings, specification and Bill of Quantity (BoQ) of the WASH facilities that will be constructed/rehabilitated with the Transform WASH project in all selected districts and regions.
Prepare cost estimation and detail activity and material break down
Prepare contract agreement and detail work breakdown structure for construction activities/schemes.
Regular onsite level project supervision and quality control, measurement, and timely payment preparation.
Adhere/demonstrate to the organizational and national, international construction contract administration with close communication and coordination with relevant departments.
In collaboration with WASH team, coordinate and lead the WASH infrastructure planning, implementation and reporting of the Transform WASH Project
Prepare the construction plan according to the prime and donor requirements and ensure the timely submission
Supervise the actual construction/rehabilitation at the field in all regions (in Amhara, Oromia, Tigray, SNNPR, Somali, Benishangul, Afar and Dire daw Town;
Coordinate the contractual process and ensure selection of right contractors for the work
Ensure integration as well as smooth teamwork within and across other country programs.
She/he will ensure a smooth working environment and teamwork within Plan International Ethiopia, the respective field staff and across the Transform WASH partners
Educational Qualification and Experience
Knowledge
Knowledge of the water, sanitation and hygiene sector.
Knowledge and experience in supervising infrastructures.
In-depth knowledge of project cycle management and child centred community development programming.
Knowledge of development issues, trends, challenges and opportunities and implications to community development.
Knowledge of effective participatory Monitoring, Evaluation and lesson learning systems and the process of project cycle management.
Working experience with USAID funded WASH construction projects advantageous
Skills Specific to the Post
Competencies
Extremely flexible, able to work independently, and has the ability to cope with stressful situations and frustrations.
Ability to relate to and motivate local staff effectively
Interest in and ability to train staff
Good organizational and interpersonal skills.