ZOA support people who suffer because of armed conflict or natural disasters, in helping them to rebuild their livelihoods. ZOA Ethiopia is currently seeking a Water Sanitation and Hygiene Coordinator to support projects in Libean Zone in Somali Region, Ethiopia. Under the supervision of the Program Development, the Water Sanitation and Hygiene Coordinator is responsible for the qualitative, quantitative and timely implementation of the activities of the WASH projects on the field level.
Tasks and Responsibilities
To conduct field assessments and collect data on the needs in terms of Hygiene and water and sanitation facilities
To punctually participate in distribution operations (, hygiene and sanitary kits and ensure the appropriate training at a Household level (use and maintenance), with continuous monitoring of proper use
Oversee the installation of a water purification system and ensure supervision of it
Ensure the construction of hand dug well, Sand Dam and Birkas as per the proposal
Conduct a ToT hygiene and sanitation training
Oversee that all households as targeted in the proposal receive hygiene communication messages
Design and prepare Hygiene Promotion Sessions and their support tools
Be in regular and direct contact with beneficiaries,
To report on the level of achievement of works and any issues on the field level to Program Development officer,
To ensure field level monitoring of the quality of all works implemented within the scope of the project, and participate in the implementation of the project impact survey and evaluation
Advising the WASH team in water, sanitation and hygiene promotion programming, in broad coordination with other sectors, ARRA, UNICEF and UNHCR
Ensuring quality and integrity of implementation, including adherence to technical guidelines, administrative systems, and established deadlines
Evaluating the relevance and appropriateness of current and future programming in relation to water, sanitation and hygiene promotion in the local context
Advising on mainstreaming gender, protection, and DRR in project and program activities
Assisting in the preparation of the WASH proposals
Preparing the activity plan and monitoring and evaluation system for the proposal
To accomplish any other tasks assigned by its Supervisor
Job Requirement
Job Requirements
Minimum 3 years of experience supporting organizational administrative and finance management, preferably within an NGO
Work experience: Proven experience in Non-Governmental Organization in Water and Sanitation, rehabilitation, social, public health. - Computer skills: Good knowledge of the MS office software including Word, Excel, Outlook
Field of education: University or Bachelor’s degree in related study
Is able to manage multiple tasks in an effective, pro-active and timely manner and to apply newly-acquired skills
Ability to supervise, direct, coach and mentor staff
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work independently in a multi-cultural, fast-paced, challenging environment
Good team player
Outstanding organizational skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills in both Amharic and English.
Ability to speak & understand Somali and Oromiffa preferred
Other Requirements
Commitment to the vision and mission of ZOA Relief |Hope| Recovery;
Excellent understanding of local context preferred;
Demonstrated ability to meet strict deadlines and work independently and cooperatively with team members in a cross-cultural environment.