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  • WASH Field Monitor- (6) Positions Shelter Assistant (2) Positions

    WASH Field Monitor- (6) Positions Shelter Assistant (2) Positions

    JOB OVERVIEW:
    Reporting to the Water supply assistant, the field monitor will be responsible for the monitoring of the day to day water supply at the community and timely reporting of any emerging issues to the supervisor. He/she will provide an overall liason role in water supply by linking the community,community leaders and the organization. He/she will ensure prompt communication to the community leaders and community on any delay or unavailability of water in the neighborhood or block.
    Roles and Responsibilities

    Monitoring of EST’s and water access points
    Supervision of gate valve operators to ensure timely water supply to the community.
    Water quality monitoring at household level and at tap stand levels.
    Monitoring routine maintenance and servicing of Boreholes.
    Boreholes data management and BH/EST compound maintenance.
    Monitoring water supply in School; institutions & agencies within the camp.
    Community liaison focal person through Water committees and community leaders.
    Conduct water supply outreach awareness by open campaigns or community Barazas on water management and hygiene.
    Raise community awareness on water issues relevant to the community
    Identify community water issues; needs & problems; & help resolve water conflicts.
    Linkage for block leaders; school; agencies & institutions in water supply monitoring.
    Carryout capacity building for incentive staff and water committees.
    Work together with WASH committees, community leadership in the field in identification of problematic areas, water reticulation systems with a view of providing a durable solution.
    Collaborate with other agencies’ staff in the field during inter agency meetings and field discussions.
    Ensure filing of supporting documentations .
    Reporting of field activities on a daily,weekly and monthly basis.
    Perform any other duties and responsibilities assigned by the team lead.

    Academic and Professional Qualifications
    Education:

    Degree/Diploma in social sciences or water supply technology.
    Certificate in Microsoft office

    Relevant Experience

    Good computer analytical skills
    Background work in humanitarian setting with 2 years relevant experience for diploma holders and 3 years experience for certificate holders.

    Knowledge, Skills & Personal Attributes

    Experience in handling multiple project sites is preferable
    Leadership and mentorship skills
    Ability to work independently with good reporting skills
    Results oriented individual, team player and uphold integrity
    Ability to effectively communicate and deal with team members
    Strong interpersonal skills
    Strong communication skills in English and Kiswahili
    Ability to adopt in a highly changing environment
    Strong leadership, management skills
    Motor cycle riding skills and possession of a valid driving Licence will be an added advantage.

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    This position is based in Kakuma Trukana County, Kenya.We are looking to recruit national candidates only. Interested and qualified candidates are invited to send a cover letter (1 page) and resume (2 pages) as one pdf document no later than 29th January, 2023 to: recruit@peace-winds.or.ke In your cover letter please reflect on your motivation for taking this post.N/B Indicate the position you are applying for in the subject of the email as ‘WASH FIELD MONITOR-KAKUMA’ . Shortlisting will be done on a rolling basis.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

    Apply via :

    recruit@peace-winds.or.ke

  • Gender and Menstrual Hygiene Management(MHM) Officer

    Gender and Menstrual Hygiene Management(MHM) Officer

    Roles and Responsibilities

    Lead and working closely with the sector heads for development/establishment of WASH/shelter gender/protection mainstreaming approaches, strategies and activities which fit in the context of the project site and in line with the directions of humanitarian assistance and guided by analysis of WASH/shelter sector needs and priorities.
    Together with program coordinator and sector heads, develop and implement strategies to ensure better representations and participation of women, people with disabilities, youths and elderly members of the communities in PWJ’s operation
    For the activities which target vulnerable populations and groups, lead the team in development of selection criteria in consultation and coordination with community leaders and relevant partners, community engagement for beneficiary selection, implementation and post activity monitoring
    Conduct activities to increase awareness of a community as a whole and improve capacities of women and girls on menstrual hygiene management. This includes assessment of MHM practices, access and needs for services and items, dialogues with leaders including religious leaders and any other trusted persons in the community, action planning, trainings, follow ups and monitoring.
    Coordinate with education partners and schools to implement menstrual hygiene management in addition to School Led Total Sanitation(SLTS), star school awarding program
    Work closely with the shelter team to reflect the needs of girls and women in designs of WASH facilities and shelters to ensure conducive environment for practicing MHM and mitigate risks of GVB
    Plan, coordinate, facilitate and create reports of PSEA/GBV,MHM training and workshops for community-based WASH/shelter staff e.g. hygiene promoters, water supply incentives, shelter monitors, teachers, WASH committee members among others.
    Provide technical support and supervision to community-based staff to empower them to fulfil their tasks and improve their performance
    Take lead in stakeholder engagements in MHM and gender/protection mainstreaming in within the sub-county
    Provide day-to-day management of specific MHM and SRHR project activities, ensuring work is completed against the scope, timelines, and budget.
    Develop effective community engagement strategies and implement them with community-based staff to promote community ownership
    Identify further needs in the areas of MHM and gender/protection mainstreaming in WASH and shelter programmes and contribute in development of concept notes, proposals for fund raising.
    Contribute in development of terms of references, presentations and other relevant documents as required
    Supervise tailors to produce re-usable pads according to the approved standards.
    Co-ordinate and actively participate in the development and Strengthening of the market for Menstrual Hygiene Management products produced by tailors.
    Monitor and report on the use of sectoral programme resources (financial, administrative and other) ,verify compliance with approved allocation/organization rules, regulations and donor commitments, standards of accountability and integrity.
    Work with the health partners on how to interpret and use data/findings to guide targeted interventions and decision making
    Work closely with the MEAL officer to ensure necessary data on MHM and gender/protection are collected and analyzed in routine surveys such as KAP surveys and latrine census and any other surveys
    Timely development of monthly, quarterly ,semi-annual and annual performance reports and highlighting success stories arising from the field
    Represent the organization as required in inter-agency and government coordination meetings and liaise with other organizations working in the operational area where appropriate.
    Carry out any other task as requested by the supervisor

    Required Qualifications
    Education and qualification

    Bachelor’s degree in gender, development studies, social science or public health from a recognized university.
    Additional course or personal learning on community development, livelihood, project and business management is an asset

    Relevant Experience

    Minimum 2 years relevant work experience in the area of MHM, gender and protection at least 1 year in humanitarian setting.
    Experience in capacity building for community own resource persons or community based staff
    Experience in intervention projects with strong community involvement
    Experience in partner and stakeholder coordination
    Experience in designing and implementing social and behavior change communication

    Skills and competencies

    Ability to observe and understand cultural and social contexts and reflect the understandings in programming
    Excellent analytical and report writing skills
    Strong community engagement and facilitation skill
    Ability to infuse positive energy to the team
    Attention to detail, keen at following procedures and meeting deadlines
    Ability to organize tasks simultaneously and prioritize work
    Strong verbal and written communication skills
    Strong interpersonal skills working with cross cultural and multi diverse teams
    Ability to build strong working relationships for partnerships
    Standards of Professional Conduct especially on integrity, service, and accountability

    This position is based in Turkana West sub-County,Turkana County, Kenya.We are looking to recruit national candidates only. Interested and qualified candidates are invited to send a cover letter (1 page) and resume (2 pages) as one PDF document no later than 25th January, 2023, to: recruit@peace-winds.or.ke with the subject ‘GENDER,PROTECTION AND MHM OFFICER- Kakuma’.In your cover letter please reflect on your motivation for taking this post.N/B Shortlisting will be done on a rolling basis.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

    Apply via :

    recruit@peace-winds.or.ke

  • Area Manager, Kakuma Operation

    Area Manager, Kakuma Operation

    Key Duties and Responsibilities
    Strategic Planning, Development and Implementation

    Provide overall guidance and support to the field team in development of an area level annual operational plans, programme/project implementation and procurement plans and budgets, and their implementation.
    Lead the PWJ field team to deliver high quality programme through implementing WASH, shelter, food security and nutrition, livelihood and supply chain support projects in a timely manner.
    Support and monitor implementation of projects/programmes and ensure programmes/projects are being managed and implemented in a manner that will result in achievement of goals within set time frame and allocated resources.
    Lead the team to develop and implement strategies that reflect the humanitarian, development and peacebuilding nexus, sustainable solutions for protracted refugee situation including self-reliance and integration, diversity, equity and inclusion, and other organizational priorities.
    Monitor and guide the field teams in the implementation, monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning (MEAL) processes, budgets and audit recommendations.
    Map out funding gaps and support preparation and/or review of key funding proposals before they are submitted to the potential donors.
    Ensure scheduled design, monitoring and evaluation processes (assessments, designs, baseline surveys, evaluations, and outcome/impact level indicators measurement) are conducted and reports completed and approved
    Provide leadership to staff and communities in planning for and responding to emergencies and disasters, including having in place a field level disaster preparedness plans

    People Management

    Develop area human resource development plan, and manage staff development/growth in order to build a cadre of high performing teams
    Identify skill gaps and suggest to HRM for capacity building
    Enhance team performance through sharing learning across the field teams
    Deal with unsatisfactory performance proactively, alerting supervisor of any poor performance which requires escalation
    Prepare clear staff individual performance plans & KPIs as per relevant job requirement
    Leading in building a motivated and high performing team which strives for success

    Networking and advocacy

    Build strategic partnerships and networks at the area level and link it with national level strategic engagements
    Spearhead, coordinate and promote area level advocacy, lobbying and influencing initiatives
    Work with the MEAL department to document lessons and learnings from the regional programs and link with national level advocacy initiatives

    Management of Operations and Standards

    Ensure that costs from grants are effectively recovered and all related costs under grants are charged in appropriate account lines
    Track project budget to ensure efficiency, timely and quality program investment, including full expenditure to 100% at the end of the projects with well planned spending throughout the project periods
    Ensure existence and compliance of controls for risk reduction and management and that the programme risk matrix is up-to-date
    Deliver cost effective programs and adhere to internal control systems as per operational manual and local policies
    Ensure the assets are used and managed appropriately
    Implement and monitor successfully project activities in terms of warehousing, fuel management, transport, workshop.
    Ensure all warehouse and workshop operations are conducted efficiently to optimize organizational resources
    Coordinate all logistics activities through regular meetings with the team and ensure the institution’s procedures are understood and strictly followed by the colleagues
    Disseminate ERP systems(NetSuite) to the relevant team members and ensure proper use for maximum output
    Fleet Management: Review the vehicle weekly/monthly reports, logbook-,trip-, and fuel records, monitors utilization, maintenance and fuel consumption and carry out monthly fuel and maintenance spend analysis

    Qualifications, Skills and Experience

    The applicant must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any development related field (social sciences, development studies, business management, public health, etc.). Master’s degree is an added advantage
    At least 5 years of proven program management experience in field-based humanitarian and/or development settings or in the private sector, including at least 2 years in WASH sector
    Proven experience in team management
    Significant understanding and experience in project cycle management especially on the participatory approach and result based project management
    Significant experience on budget, grants and financial management as well as logistics management
    Experience with managing partnerships with UN agencies. Working experience in similar UNHCR project is of added advantage.
    Practical understanding of sustainable WASH programing in the context of humanitarian and development nexus
    PSEA(Prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse) training certificate

    We are looking to recruit national candidates only. Interested and qualified candidates are cordially invited to send a cover letter (1 page) and resume (3 pages) as one pdf document. not later than 20th February, 2023 to: recruit@peace-winds.or.ke. In your cover letter please reflect on your motivation for taking this post and indicate your expecting salary range. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

    Apply via :

    recruit@peace-winds.or.ke

  • WASH Officer (1)

    WASH Officer (1)

    Roles and Responsibilities
    Overall

    Plan, coordinate, facilitate and create reports of WASH training and workshops for community-based WASH staff e.g. hygiene promoters, teachers, WASH committee members among others.
    Provide technical support and supervision to WASH community-based staff to empower them to fulfil their tasks and improve their performance
    Coordinate with partners and stakeholders including UNHCR, county government, NGO and community partners to optimize WASH supports and resources in the project site through developing sounds relationship and synergies among the WASH programs in the region.
    Maintain day to day communication with UNHCR and key WASH partners in order to implement WASH activities in harmonized, efficient and equitable manners.
    Develop effective community engagement strategies and implement them with community-based WASH staff to promote community ownership in WASH related service delivery
    Contribute to the development/establishment of WASH approaches, strategies and activities which fit in the context of the project site and in line with the directions of humanitarian assistance and guided by analysis of WASH sector needs and priorities.
    Monitor and report on the use of sectoral programme resources (financial, administrative and other) ,verify compliance with approved allocation/organization rules, regulations and donor commitments, standards of accountability and integrity.

    Sanitation and Hygiene

    Together with hygiene promoters, WASH committees and community leaders, conduct assessments to understand barriers and motivators for promoting key sanitation and hygiene practices and behaviors.
    Develop effective social and behavioral change intervention strategies for promoting key sanitation and hygiene practices and behaviors based on identified barriers and motivators. Support hygiene promoters to carry out these strategies through regular hygiene promotion activities and community dialogues to engage communities to foster their initiatives to improve their sanitation and hygiene
    Provide technical assistance for the community agents and beneficial communities on construction/installment of WASH related facilities e.g. toilet, hand washing facility, refuse-pit and dish rack, etc.
    Coordinate with education partners and schools to implement School Led Total Sanitation(SLTS), star school awarding and any other activities to promote sanitation and hygiene among school going children
    Conduct community awareness creation sessions on menstrual hygiene management. This includes dialogues with leaders including religious leaders and any other trusted persons in the community
    Work together with incentive sanitation cleaners, market committees and any other groups and individual to remove the waste from the residential and communal spaces, dispose the waste and manage existing disposal site properly. Develop a strategy for sustainable solid waste management service for the future implementation
    Develop sanitation marketing strategies with CBOs and private sectors for sanitation and hygiene and involve hygiene promoters in carrying out sanitation marketing activities.

    Project Implementation, Monitoring and Evaluation

    Work with the health partners on how to interpret and use data/findings to guide targeted interventions and decision making
    Work closely with the MEAL officer to conduct routine KAP surveys and latrine census.
    Timely development of monthly, quarterly ,semi-annual and annual performance reports and highlighting success stories arising from the field
    Represent the organization as required in inter-agency and government coordination meetings and liaise with other organizations working in the operational area where appropriate.
    Carry out any other task as requested by the supervisor

    Required Qualifications
    Education and qualification

    Bachelor’s degree in public health/environmental health from a recognized university
    Knowledge of SPHERE ,WHO and national quality standards
    Be a registered/licensed member of the relevant body
    Additional course or personal learning on community development, livelihood, project and business management is an asset

    Relevant Experience

    Minimum 3 years relevant work experience in the area of WASH and at least 1 year in humanitarian setting.
    Experience in capacity building for community own resource persons or community based staff
    Experience in intervention projects with strong community involvement
    Experience in partner and stakeholder coordination
    Experience in designing and implementing social and behavior change communication

    Skills and competencies

    Ability to observe and understand cultural and social contexts and reflect the understandings in programming
    Excellent analytical and report writing skills
    Strong community engagement and facilitation skill
    Ability to infuse positive energy to the team
    Attention to detail, keen at following procedures and meeting deadlines
    Ability to organize tasks simultaneously and prioritize work
    Strong verbal and written communication skills
    Strong interpersonal skills working with cross cultural and multi diverse teams
    Ability to build strong working relationships for partnerships

    This position is based in Dadaab, Garissa County, Kenya.We are looking to recruit national candidates only. Interested and qualified candidates are invited to send a cover letter (1 page) and resume (2 pages) as one PDF document no later than 19th January, 2023, to: recruit@peacewinds.or.ke with the subject ‘WASH Officer-Sanitation and Hygiene Dadaab’.In your cover letter please reflect on your motivation for taking this post.N/B Shortlisting will be done on a rolling basis.

    Apply via :

    recruit@peacewinds.or.ke

  • Clerk of Works Master Plumber Relocation Officer Spare Parts Stores Technician WASH Officer (1) WASH Assistant -Water Quality Spatial Planner WASH Officer-(Water Engineer) (1 Position) Water Supply Assistant (2 Positions) Administration and HR Officer Programme Coordinator Warehouse Officer Warehouse Assistant (5 Positions)

    Clerk of Works Master Plumber Relocation Officer Spare Parts Stores Technician WASH Officer (1) WASH Assistant -Water Quality Spatial Planner WASH Officer-(Water Engineer) (1 Position) Water Supply Assistant (2 Positions) Administration and HR Officer Programme Coordinator Warehouse Officer Warehouse Assistant (5 Positions)

    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Responsible for providing Bills of quantities and other costs estimates for shelter project for purposes of budgeting.
    Responsible for preparation of tender documents and subsequent contracts for refugee shelter related works.
    Conduct both formal and informal meetings with stakeholders at camp levels and keep the Program Engineer informed of the deliberations of such meetings.
    Inspecting construction sites regularly to ensure that the work is being performed according to the plans and within safety guidelines
    Assigning workers’ tasks and supervising them throughout the construction process
    Preparing construction drawings and plans according to building codes
    Inspecting building materials for potential hazards such as termites or mold
    Recording costs related to labor, equipment, materials, and other expenses for each phase of construction
    Coordinating with architects, engineers, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and other team members involved in a construction project
    Performing site measurements to ensure that construction conforms to architectural plans
    Ensuring that construction materials meet required standards for quality and durability
    Keep Program Engineer posted on the progress of shelter implementation through regular updates.
    Responsible for ensuring proper implementation of funded activities in accordance with approved work plans, budgets and regulations of the organization and her partners and donors.
    To prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports detailing the progress and achievement of project outputs and objectives, outlining challenges and recommendations for future planning.
    Attend and Participate in sectoral and other shelter related meetings at camp level.
    Performs any other related duties as assigned.

    General Employees’ Obligations and Responsibilities

    The Employer stipulates the right to assign the Employee any other kind of work derived from his/her specialization. In case of urgent work and such like the Employee may be asked to work overtime as well as during public and other holidays.
    Deliver project objectives within time, resource and budget constraints.
    Correctness and completeness of given tasks.
    The Employee takes over the responsibility for all entrusted material or cash. The Employee is obligated to cover all damages or losses caused by his carelessness.
    Maintain confidentiality of all information gained from employment within, not publicly.
    Representing and upholding the values, policies and procedures of PWJ at all times.
    Your schedule is subject to change at any time according to the organization needs.
    Behave in a professional manner at all the times with the understanding that the public associates your behavior with PWJ.

    Qualifications & Professional Experience

    3 years’ relevant experience with Undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management with relevant experience in a humanitarian environment preferably refugee set up. 5 years’ experience for diploma holders.
    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to work effectively with staff at all levels.
    Ability to provide study reports, technical documentation, papers and/or project plans for technical staff members.
    In-depth knowledge of AutoCAD, Adobe Photoshop, internet, Web-Editing, Microsoft Office and Windows products.
    Ability to read, understand and interpret blueprints.
    Technical experience in database systems development and maintenance.

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    We are looking to recruit Kenyan national candidates only. Interested and qualified candidatesare cordially invited to send a cover letter (1 page) indicating salary expectation and resume (3 pages) as one pdf document no later than 19 January 2023 to: recruit@peace-winds.or.ke When applying indicate the title this position on the Subject line as ‘CLERK OF WORKS’. Due to the urgency to fill this position, shortlisting and interviews will be conducted on rolling basis.

    Apply via :

    recruit@peace-winds.or.ke

  • Shelter Store keeper/logistics Assistant

    Shelter Store keeper/logistics Assistant

    TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    Ensuring conformity of the supplied goods according to the specifications in the PO documents.
    Ensuring that goods are stored in a good environment to avoid damages and destruction by rodents and destructive insects, stock checking and stock taking,
    Dispatch of items to program sites as instructed by the Shelter Engineer.
    Ensure the quality of materials received to the stores and quality of shelter components produced in the stores according to the specification in close coordination with the Shelter Engineer.
    Review daily and weekly stock flows, summarize and consolidate and submit regular reports to the Shelter Engineer and Procurement Officer.
    Make recommendations for restocking of needed building materials when stock level reaches 30%,
    Develop supervision mechanism and accountability of all tools given to the daily labourers’ and the contracted carpenters, and ensure that tools used at the stores and stores is collected and accounted for every day at the end of days’ work,
    Jointly with Shelter field Assistant, ensure that materials are handled in the most acceptable safety manner by the workers to avoid injuries to users.
    Preparing and keep record of Good Receive Notes (GRN) for incoming shelter materials to the stores and Good Release for dispensing shelter materials out from the stores. Submit the report to Shelter Engineer for endorsement
    Monitoring resource usage and storage and any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
    Identifying potential people for recruitment as stores labourers and providing basic skill training to them.
    Preparing all labour payment sheets related to stores activities.
    Assist in ensuring timely submission of all financial documents to the finance department by the stipulated date
    Perform other related duties as may be required.

    Inventory Management

    Oversee maintain inventory database for all supplies in the stores with understanding and dedication to ensure a smooth running of the procedures and functions of the programs and to meet the requirements of the donors.
    Ensure full awareness of donor contractual clauses and develop checklist for clauses that are transferable and ensure they are implemented as per conditions in the donor agreement.
    Maintain distribution reports, daily, weekly and monthly inventory records with accuracy and produce reports.
    Ensure that proper and safety warehousing procedures are adhered to all the time and accountability of goods is assured.
    Managing storage of supplies according to the PWJ rules and regulations and maintaining an efficient system for release and distribution of goods.
    Ensuring that delivered goods are checked for quality and quantity against the purchase order and a GRN is prepared well indicating any discrepancies and damages if there are any.
    Participating in the monthly physical count of the inventory and reconciling any discrepancies with the UNHCR Shelter unit.

    Transport distribution and planning

    Planning transportation of items from the stores to the distribution’s points in all the camps.
    Preparation and giving out accurate distribution planning to the relevant authorities.
    Ensuring that the employees and working in the warehousing sector are managed well as a team or individually in order to maximize their performance and contribution towards PWJ mission and achieving the desired goals.
    Liaising with other logisticians in other camps to ensure that the supply and distribution activities are effectively supported.

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Education:

    Diploma in stores or warehousing management, business management or similar qualifications and skills in accurate reporting.
    Certificate in Microsoft office

    Experience: 5 Years in stores/store.
    Other knowledge, additional competences

    Sensitivity in handling hazardous materials and their disposal.
    Reliable, Respectful, Honest and good safety skills.
    Commitment to and understanding of PWJ Vision, Mission and Values.

    Other knowledge, additional competences

    Working Proficiency: English/Kiswahili Languages.
    Sensitivity in handling and disposing of documents which may be important.
    Reliability, Honesty and good organizational skills.
    Sound back ground in warehousing and inventory management, record keeping and experience in commodity tracking and reconciliation.
    Good working knowledge of Logistics procedures and system.
    Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment as a team player.
    Flexibility and willing to adapt to changing environment.
    Good communication and writing skills.
    Good organizational and planning skills

    General Employee Obligations and Responsibilities

    The Employer stipulates the right to assign the Employee any other kind of work derived from his/her specialization. In case of urgent work and such like the Employee may be asked to work overtime as well as during public and other holidays.
    Adhering to all PWJ’s policies and procedures at all times.
    Deliver project objectives within time, resource and budget constraints.
    Correctness and completeness of given tasks.
    The Employee takes over the responsibility for all entrusted material or cash. The Employee is obligated to cover all damages or losses caused by his carelessness.
    Prompt providing of all relevant information to his/her supervisor.
    Maintain confidentiality of all information gained from employment within and not publicly available.
    Representing and upholding the values of PWJ at all times.
    Behave in appropriate manners at all times and in all places.

    LANGUAGE SKILLS

    English: professional fluency.
    Kiswahili: Native/Advanced.

    We are looking to recruit national candidates only. Interested and qualified candidates are cordially invited to send a cover letter (1 page) and resume (2 pages) as one pdf document no later than 10th January, 2023 to: recruit@peace-winds.or.ke. 

    Apply via :

    recruit@peace-winds.or.ke

  • Water Quality Officer I Tractor & Machinery Operator Field assistant Master Plumber

    Water Quality Officer I Tractor & Machinery Operator Field assistant Master Plumber

    JOB SUMMARY:
    The Water Quality Officer reports to the WASH Coordinator, and is responsible for ensuring the supply of quality water to refugees and host community members in Dadaab camps.
    The Primary responsibilities of Water Quality Officer will includes overseeing the proper treatment of water at permanent and temporary treatment plants; supervision and monitoring of regular water quality test activities; set up of water quality data management system (data collection, entry, analysis, reporting); and conducting regular trainings to build the staff capacity on water quality. He/she will also ensure proper management of equipment, consumables and other resources under the program and reporting periodically to supervisors.
    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Ensure proper treatment/disinfection of water at treatment plants.
    Establish clear and straightforward management systems including Jar tests, Alum dosage, Chlorine dosage, chemical preparation, etc.
    Organize regular water quality data monitoring system and conduct regular water quality test starting from the Intake, to different stages of treatment plant, tap stands, storage reservoir/s, household level, etc to ensure refugees/host community are supplied with safe water as per UNHCR and international standards.
    Develop necessary formats and a database for regular water quality data collection, data entry, storage, analysis and report production.
    Raise purchase requests for procurement of equipment, reagents, treatment chemicals, and ensure the availably of all necessary items in stock for regular water quality test and operation.
    Ensure the cleaning of treatment plant units, service reservoir, and clean water wells at regular, scheduled intervals.
    Prepare the preparation of Operation manuals for the water treatment plants in Dadaab camps.
    Work with WASH officer and coordinate with other IPs on information sharing related with water quality and promotion of proper water storage at household level.
    Summarize and produce weekly, and monthly water quality report to the Area Manager to share to head office and UNHCR;
    Serve as the focal person for water quality issues for Dadaab camp and head of the water quality lab.

    Water Quality Control

    Collect water samples from selected water sources and from points of its usage i.e boreholes, households, water taps, schools and health facility
    Carry out physical and bacteriological analysis of drinking water for all the camps and water sources. Coordinate and manage lab testing.
    Ensuring training of national staff, incentive staff and WASH committees in technical areas including water quality testing and/or building and maintaining quality water point structures.
    Ensure SPHERE standards both qualitative and quantitative are considered for analysis of water quality and quantity.

    Sanitation and Hygiene

    Together with hygiene promoters, WASH committees and community leaders, conduct assessments to understand barriers and motivators for promoting key sanitation and hygiene practices and behaviors.
    Develop effective social and behavioral change intervention strategies for promoting key sanitation and hygiene practices and behaviors based on identified barriers and motivators.
    Support hygiene promoters to carry out these strategies through regular hygiene promotion activities and community dialogues to engage communities to foster their initiatives to improve their sanitation and hygiene
    Provide technical assistance for the community agents and beneficial communities on construction/installment of WASH related facilities e.g., toilet, hand washing facility, refuse-pit and dish rack, etc.
    Coordinate with education partners and schools to implement School Led Total Sanitation (SLTS), star school awarding and any other activities to promote sanitation and hygiene among school going children
    Conduct community awareness creation sessions on menstrual hygiene management. This includes dialogues with leaders including religious leaders and any other trusted persons in the community
    Work together with incentive sanitation cleaners, market committees and any other groups and individual to remove the waste from the residential and communal spaces, dispose the waste and manage existing disposal site properly. Develop a strategy for sustainable solid waste management service for the future implementation
    Develop sanitation marketing strategies with CBOs and private sectors for sanitation and hygiene and involve hygiene promoters in carrying out sanitation marketing activities.

    Project Implementation, Monitoring and Evaluation

    Work with the health partners on how to interpret and use data/findings to guide targeted interventions and decision making
    Work closely with the MEAL officer to conduct routine KAP surveys and latrine census.
    Timely development of monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual performance reports and highlighting success stories arising from the field
    Represent the organization as required in inter-agency and government coordination meetings and liaise with other organizations working in the operational area where appropriate.
    Carry out any other task as requested by the supervisor

    Require Qualifications Education and qualification

    Bachelor’s degree in Water engineering, public health/environmental health, analytical chemistry, biochemistry or microbiology from a recognized university
    Knowledge of SPHERE, WHO and national quality standards
    Be a registered/licensed member of the relevant body
    Additional course or personal learning on community development, livelihood, project and business management is an asset
    Understanding of water pipeline designs, knowledge of ArcGIS; Epanet, AutoCAD Civil-CAD and water modeling software is an asset

    Relevant Experience

    Minimum 5 years relevant work experience in the area of WASH and at least 1 year in humanitarian setting.
    Experience in capacity building for community own resource persons or community-based staff
    Experience in intervention projects with strong community involvement
    Experience in partner and stakeholder coordination
    Experience in designing and implementing social and behavior change communication

    Skills and competencies

    Ability to observe and understand cultural and social contexts and reflect the understandings in programing
    Excellent analytical and report writing skills
    Strong community engagement and facilitation skill
    Ability to infuse positive energy to the team
    Attention to detail, keen at following procedures and meeting deadlines
    Ability to organize tasks simultaneously and prioritize work
    Strong verbal and written communication skills
    Strong interpersonal skills working with cross cultural and multi diverse teams
    Ability to build strong working relationships for partnerships
    Standards of Professional Conduct especially on integrity, service, and accountability

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    We are looking to recruit national candidates only. Interested and qualified candidates are cordially invited to send a cover letter (1 page) and resume (2 pages) as one pdf document no later than 10 January, 2023 to: recruit@peace-winds.or.ke. In your cover letter please reflect on your motivation for taking this post. Due to the urgency to fill this position, shortlisting and interviews will be conducted on rolling basis.

    Apply via :

    recruit@peace-winds.or.ke

  • Spatial Planner Community Based Protection Assistant Shelter Engineer

    Spatial Planner Community Based Protection Assistant Shelter Engineer

    JOB SUMMARY:
    Reporting to the Area Manager, the Spatial Planner shall perform complex statistical, spatial and graphic data analysis and provides a high level of coordination and technical services for the planning and development of refugee camps projects associated with renovations and new constructions. He will develop, implement and maintain a strategic space information system that assures accurate physical space utilization and inventory and serve as the primary resource for all technical problems and questions regarding the management and analyses of data used in camps space planning, undertake spatial analysis, site assessments and conduct trainings as necessary.
    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Manages, maintains and updates a complex computerized asset management system and databases to facilitate and expedite the usability, accuracy, integrity and availability of data for camps planning and space utilization purposes.
    Coordinates the development of space inventory data; manages information to analyze current space and camps planning. Makes recommendations to integrate into master plan, strategic plan and facilities planning issues.
    Performs needs assessments for determining actual facilities, land use and space characteristics; develops space utilization recommendations and solutions to unique project planning, engineering and administrative problems as needed.
    Supervises and trains professional technical staff; oversees work and coordinates daily workflow in office. Provides direction to team members on project plans and leadership in training staff; sets priorities and makes changes as appropriate to optimize resources and meet deadlines.
    Periodically inspects projects to ensure availability of space and accurate inventory; conducts monthly space audits to determine space needs and priorities for required changes to allow work progress in a sequential order.
    Acts as a liaison with donors and Partners regarding accuracy of data and details of project requirements; works with users and management to obtain information and develop an understanding of needs; recommends solutions utilizing technology.
    Responds to various requests for reports and documentation concerning the functional use of facilities and space to assist in short and long range planning.
    Establishes and implements methods, systems and procedures to systematically collect, update and measure data integrity related to project planning, design and construction of facilities.
    Manages data and construction documents including camps space standards, drawings, specifications, camps maps, records and correspondence.
    Prepares plans for Master Plan of physical facilities which identify major land uses, building sites, location of utilities, flood control, open and recreational spaces, community and residential impact.
    Performs any other related duties as assigned

    General Employees’ Obligations and Responsibilities

    The Employer stipulates the right to assign the Employee any other kind of work derived from his/her specialization. In case of urgent work and such like the Employee may be asked to work overtime as well as during public and other holidays.
    Deliver project objectives within time, resource and budget constraints.
    Correctness and completeness of given tasks.
    The Employee takes over the responsibility for all entrusted material or cash. The Employee is obligated to cover all damages or losses caused by his carelessness.
    Maintain confidentiality of all information gained from employment within, not publicly.
    Representing and upholding the values, policies and procedures of PWJ at all times.
    Your schedule is subject to change at any time according to the organization needs.
    Behave in a professional manner at all the times with the understanding that the public associates your behavior with PWJ.

    Qualifications & Professional Experience

    6 years’ relevant experience with Undergraduate degree in in architecture, urban design, urban planning, environmental studies, building construction technology or a closely related field. 10 years’ experience for diploma holders.
    Hands on experience in space/urban/camp planning and design management of buildings.
    Demonstrated knowledge, skill and ability to manage computer-based facilities and space management systems, including use of GIS and CAD.
    Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and methods of Space Management.
    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to work effectively with vendors, staff and users at all levels.
    Wide ranging skills in such areas as planning, leadership, decision-making and administration.
    Ability to provide study reports, technical documentation, papers and/or project plans for technical staff members.
    Considerable knowledge of camp planning, space inventory and management.
    In-depth knowledge of AutoCAD, Archibus, Adobe Photoshop, internet, Web-Editing, Microsoft Office and Windows products.
    Ability to read, understand and interpret blueprints.
    Technical experience in database systems development and maintenance.

    Other knowledge, additional competences

    Ability to communicate well in English and prepare technical reports.
    Ability to work in a team under intense emergency condition while respecting the cultural diversity
    Ability to work for long hours, and has extensive knowledge of Camp terrain and routing patterns.
    Reliable, honest and has good organizational skills.
    Commitment to and understanding of PWJ Vision, Mission and Values.

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    We are looking to recruit Kenyan national candidates only. Interested and qualified candidates are cordially invited to send a cover letter (1 page) indicating salary expectation and resume (3 pages) as one pdf document no later than 10 January 2023 to: recruit@peace-winds.or.ke. When applying indicate the title this position on the Subject line. Due to the urgency to fill this position, shortlisting and interviews will be conducted on rolling basis.

    Apply via :

    recruit@peace-winds.or.ke