Role and Responsibilities

Effectively managing the assigned WASH and infrastructure project(s) in line with the objectives, budget and timeframe laid down in the proposal(s). The role also includes: Enhancing beneficiary participation; managing and training local staff; implementing control and quality procedures in cooperation with the PQM; assessing, planning and initiating new infrastructure and WASH projects / proposals.


Take a look at Medair’s Shelter & Infrastructure and Water, Sanitation & Hygiene work.


Project Overview

The current project is an infrastructure project which started in 2013 but will be continuing through most of 2014. This includes the rehabilitation of 25 bridges and culverts based off a sub-base one travel day away from Ango, the nearest Medair base.


Medair

Medair brings life-saving relief and recovery in disasters, conflict areas, and other crises by working alongside the most vulnerable. Its Internationally Recruited (IRS) and HQ staff are inspired by their Christian faith to care for people in need, providing practical and compassionate support, regardless of race, religion, or politics. Medair has achieved the ISO 9001:2008 certification, worldwide. This certification signifies that Medair effectively delivers goods and services with a focus on beneficiary needs. Founded in 1989, Medair’s unwavering commitment continues to bring hope to the world’s most vulnerable.


Workplace

Based in Ango, Eastern D.R. Congo. Take a look at Medair’s work in D.R. Congo.


Starting Date

February 2014


Initial Contract Details

Full time, minimum 12 months


Key Activity Areas

Technical Management

• Be responsible for the implementation, management, supervision and support of the assigned infrastructure and/or WASH project(s) in line with the activity plan and time frame of the relevant project proposal(s) and any applicable national and international guidelines and standards as well as providing support to the WASH & Infrastructure Advisor (WIA) in developing new standards.

• Manage the quality construction of all infrastructure structures, ensuring good maintenance and sustainable processes are put in place especially helping to involve more the local communities drawing on similar experience in WASH projects, namely helping to improve the current communities setup.

• Work towards the continual improvement of the processes and the technical implementation of the infrastructure WASH programme. In particular help implementing a better framework and give feedback on how to both have better ensure quality of the work being done while keeping paperwork to reasonable amount.

• Provide input into the integration of beneficiary participation and accountability (BA) in all aspects of the project. Help integrate beneficiary participation into the existing project(s) framework: communities, random selection of casual labourer for interview and help develop new ways in integrating BA into infrastructure project(s).

• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of activities for internal and external reports (e.g. monthly, quarterly and final reports) as requested by field managers, HQ and donors.

• Support the WI Advisor in analysing former infrastructure and WASH projects and budgets in order to improve project and budget quality and procedures.


Staff Management

• Manage and oversee the assigned team including recruitment, day-to-day management, development and training, appraisals, etc.

• Promote health and security of team(s) by providing support to the WIA in developing security and safety guidelines in the workplace and ensuring healthy living conditions and practices are followed.


Financial Management

• Work with relevant field managers to plan, construct and manage budgets for the assigned project(s).

• Coordinate and oversee petty cash requirements of the assigned team(s), ensuring all required paperwork is completed accurately and in a timely manner.


Communication and Coordination

• Develop and maintain appropriate, regular, transparent and supportive communication structures with the assigned team(s), Medair in-country and HQ managers and advisors and other relevant stakeholders (e.g. beneficiaries, community leaders, local and national government officials, UN agencies and other NGOs).


Logistics

• Manage the correct and timely ordering (within budgetary constraints) of all necessary Infrastructure and WASH supplies and equipment for the assigned activities, ensuring minimum stocks are maintained and items are stored and distributed correctly and timely.

• Ensure the careful use, regular servicing and appropriate replacement of all equipment, within budgetary constraints, for the assigned project(s).

• Oversee field depots and help develop project(s) specific handling of field depot in order to comply with Medair standards and better track movement of goods in the field.


Quality Management

• Implement, as far as is possible within operational constraints, relevant policies and standards relating to current operations including national, and international (e.g. Sphere and HAP) standards, donor guidelines and other good practice.


Qualifications

• Higher level qualification in a technical field, preferably in water and sanitation

• BSc Environmental Engineering or Management or Civil Engineering or Hydrology / Geology desirable


Languages

• Working knowledge of French and English (spoken and written)


Experience / Competencies

• 1 years post-qualification professional experience in a relevant field

• Management experience in a WASH context desirable; experience using GIS software and AutoCAD desirable; technical WASH skills within a humanitarian setting desirable

• Good communicator, able to pass on information efficiently

• Capacity to work under pressure and manage personal stress levels


Medair Standard Working Requirements for the Field

• Experienced professionals in a relevant field; Overseas intercultural experience

• Committed Christians; commitment to the Medair values

• Strong working knowledge of English, spoken and written

• Working knowledge of French, spoken and written, for French-speaking field programmes

• Single or married (with no children under 18). If married, your spouse must also apply.

• Successful completion of Medair Relief & Recovery Orientation Course (ROC)

• Reflect the vision and values of Medair with team members, local staff, beneficiaries, external contacts

• Able to live and work in a multicultural team under difficult conditions

• Strong character traits, including emotional stability, adaptability, ability to handle stress, cultural and gender sensitivity, honesty, and physically fit


Benefits

• A salary based upon the grade of the position and the experience of the position-holder

• Comprehensive briefing at our Swiss headquarters, as well as an in-country briefing

• Security training for those going to particularly insecure environments

• Accommodation, food, and transportation in-country

• Return flights to and from the country programme (one return flight for every year of service)

• Rest and recuperation (R&R) leave (including travel, accommodation, and food allowance)

• Annual leave; Death and disability allowance

• Contribution matching programme for retirement savings (for experienced relief workers)

• Additional contract benefit allowance for those who commit to longer contracts

• Comprehensive medical and emergency rescue insurance, with up to 60 days post- assignment coverage, including debriefing


Working Conditions

• Ango is a remote field-based position and working and living conditions may be very different to that previously experienced. Security in possible other areas of work (Kivu(s)) can be extremely volatile. May require frequent travel under difficult circumstances to field locations with very basic living conditions.


Application Process

Follow this link: www.medair.org/work-with-us, check if you fit our standard working criteria, then: apply for this vacancy (or another position that matches your profile).

Please do not make multiple applications. We will not review email applications. Only English-language applications / CVs will be reviewed. Medair does not set closing / deadline dates for applications; recruitment is on-going until the position is filled.