To deliver exceptional leadership in driving strategic initiatives and operational excellence, this role aims to enhance organizational performance through innovative solutions and collaborative efforts. By fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement, the position ensures alignment with company goals while optimizing team productivity and stakeholder satisfaction. Responsibilities include overseeing cross-functional projects, mentoring high-performing teams, and implementing best practices to sustain long-term growth and competitive advantage.
You will lead the design, execution, monitoring, and assessment of WASH and infrastructure construction and rehabilitation initiatives in communities targeted by Save the Children within the Larissa and Major regions of Kenya. This position is primarily focused on emergency WASH response efforts as part of the Horn of Africa Drought Response, with a strong emphasis on integrating WASH interventions with key sectors, including nutrition, food security, health, education, and child protection.
The position encompasses a broad range of duties and responsibilities, requiring the candidate to demonstrate expertise in [specific field or industry, if applicable] while contributing to key operational and strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, along with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and stakeholders. Proficiency in [mention relevant software, tools, or methodologies] is essential, and prior experience in [relevant industry or role] is highly advantageous. This role demands adaptability, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to driving results in a dynamic environment.
Oversee and ensure accountability in the following primary domains:
We require a comprehensive evaluation to identify gaps, deficiencies, or opportunities for improvement across various operational, strategic, or organizational areas. This assessment should involve systematic data collection, thorough analysis, and stakeholder engagement to pinpoint root causes and prioritize actionable solutions. Key responsibilities include gathering relevant metrics, conducting interviews or surveys, reviewing processes, and presenting findings in a clear, concise format to support informed decision-making. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, proficiency in data interpretation, and experience in change management or process optimization.
You will oversee the technical aspects of WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) needs assessments and collaborate in identifying target communities and WASH facilities for rehabilitation or construction within the project. This involves conducting technical feasibility studies, administering household-level questionnaires, facilitating focus group discussions, conducting site and facility visits, and engaging with key community stakeholders through interviews.
Responsible for overseeing the design and implementation of work specifications, as well as preparing accurate quotations, the incumbent will also manage the follow-up and assessment of activities pertaining to the construction of WASH infrastructures in public institutions and communities.
Construction or rehabilitation of community water supply system facilities involves the planning, design, execution, and oversight of projects aimed at improving or restoring essential water infrastructure. Such initiatives focus on ensuring reliable access to clean and safe water for residential, commercial, and public use, thereby enhancing public health, economic stability, and overall community well-being. Professionals in this field must analyze technical specifications, manage resources efficiently, adhere to regulatory standards, and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver sustainable and impactful solutions.
Construction and rehabilitation projects for drinking water infrastructure, including hand-dug wells, boreholes, pipeline networks, reservoirs, and drinking water treatment facilities.
The program involves providing technical training to community volunteers, members of WASH committees, and governmental staff.
Hygiene promotion initiatives within the community will be spearheaded, encompassing the leadership of WASH Non-Food Item (NFL) distribution efforts.
Designing and executing programs encompasses identifying objectives, establishing timelines, allocating resources, and ensuring adherence to specifications. This role involves creating strategic frameworks, coordinating cross-functional teams, and developing solutions to meet defined goals. Implementation requires meticulous planning, rigorous testing, and continuous monitoring to validate performance and drive successful outcomes.
Planning, executing, and overseeing community mobilization initiatives within target areas to address matters concerning the construction, operation, and maintenance of WASH facilities.
Prepare technical specifications for internal purchase orders and tender documents pertaining to the construction and rehabilitation of WASH facilities.
Ensure the quality of materials procured by Save the Children and its subcontractors through rigorous quality control measures.
The position entails overseeing contractors and Save the Children staff, providing general supervision to ensure construction site safety and foster community involvement.
Ensure the contractors’ work progresses as planned and meets quality standards while liaising with administration and supply chain teams to guarantee timely processing of their payments.
The development, execution, and management of training programs focused on constructing small-scale WASH facilities at the household level, including handwashing devices and sand filters, are central responsibilities.
Follow-up responsibilities encompass logistics coordination, budget oversight, and site supervision, particularly in instances where Save the Children directly undertakes small-scale initiatives, such as the rehabilitation of water points or latrines.
Follow-up on the initiatives undertaken by Save the Children’s local partners—including non-governmental organizations and governmental agencies—focused on the construction of WASH facilities, while contributing to their capacity-building efforts.
Overseeing monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning initiatives ensures systematic tracking of progress, impact assessment, and fostering continuous improvement through data-driven insights.
Ensure that WASH infrastructure construction and rehabilitation projects executed by partners and contractors comply with the quality benchmarks set by Save the Children, utilizing standardized quality checklists for verification.
To ensure accurate and timely tracking of progress, you will oversee the preparation and delivery of weekly data reports, which will monitor and evaluate project and strategic indicators—such as the number of beneficiaries reached and the variety of activities completed—against established benchmarks.
Compose weekly reports for submission to the line manager, along with verbal updates as circumstances require.
To foster long-term viability of the established infrastructure, integrate all WASH initiatives with robust hygiene promotion and active community engagement components.
Coordinate WISH and construction initiatives in collaboration with other Save the Children sectors to ensure cohesive activity implementation within the same geographic regions and among shared beneficiary groups.
Collaborate with governmental and non-governmental stakeholders to align WASH initiatives, ensuring cohesive planning and execution of activities.
Integrate gender considerations, child protection measures, HIV awareness, environmental sustainability, and other cross-cutting themes into the planning, execution, and advancement of WASH initiatives, while prioritizing the unique requirements of vulnerable populations, including children, the elderly, and persons with disabilities.
Reporting to the Senior Manager of Operations, this role will provide comprehensive support in overseeing and executing daily operational activities. Key responsibilities include monitoring performance metrics, analyzing data trends, and preparing detailed reports for leadership review. The position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to translate complex information into clear, actionable insights. Proficiency in reporting tools and software, as well as experience in data visualization, is essential for success in this role.
To fulfill this role, you will be responsible for submitting weekly written reports to your line manager. Additionally, you may be required to provide verbal updates as needed.
The role involves overseeing integration processes, coordinating cross-functional activities, and facilitating smooth traversal across various systems and teams. Responsibilities include ensuring seamless collaboration between departments, managing dependencies between projects, and identifying solutions to streamline workflows. Strong organizational skills are required to align diverse stakeholders, while adaptability is key to navigating evolving priorities and technical challenges. Experience with multi-stakeholder environments and a proactive approach to problem-solving are essential to drive cohesive execution.
Integrate all WISH activities with hygiene promotion and community participation components to guarantee the long-term sustainability of the constructed infrastructure.
Collaborate with other Save the Children sectors to synchronize WASH and construction initiatives, ensuring cohesive implementation within shared geographic locations and among the same target beneficiaries.
Collaborate with local stakeholders, including governmental and non-governmental entities, to align WASH initiatives effectively.
Integrate gender equality, child protection, HIV awareness, environmental sustainability, and other cross-cutting themes into the planning, execution, and advancement of WASH initiatives, prioritizing the unique requirements of diverse groups—particularly children, the elderly, and persons with disabilities.
Skills and Behaviors (Our Values in Practice)
Demonstrates proficiency in key competencies aligned with our organizational values, embodying the principles that define our workplace culture. Exhibits behaviors that reflect integrity, collaboration, and a commitment to continuous improvement, fostering an environment where these values are actively practiced. Adheres to ethical standards and professional etiquette, ensuring actions and decisions contribute positively to team dynamics and company objectives. Embraces adaptability and demonstrates accountability in all responsibilities, reinforcing a culture of excellence and shared success.
Accountable for ensuring all assigned tasks are completed accurately and on schedule, adhering to established policies and procedures. Responsible for maintaining high standards of precision and efficiency in performance, with the ability to identify and address any discrepancies or issues promptly.
Accountability is upheld through decisive action, prudent resource allocation, and consistent alignment with SCI’s core values, serving as both a leader and exemplar in their execution.
Ensures accountability among partners by empowering them to determine the most effective methods for fulfilling their responsibilities while offering targeted development opportunities to enhance performance. Implements fair and appropriate consequences when objectives remain unmet, fostering a culture of responsibility and continuous improvement.
Seeking driven individuals who thrive on setting and achieving ambitious goals, those who pursue excellence with unwavering determination and a proactive mindset. Candidates must demonstrate a strong work ethic, adaptability to evolving challenges, and the ability to inspire and lead teams toward collective success. A commitment to continuous learning and innovation is essential, as is the capacity to navigate complex problems with creativity and resilience. Ideal applicants will possess exceptional communication skills, a results-oriented approach, and a relentless drive to exceed expectations in dynamic environments.
Establishes high and demanding objectives for both themselves and their team, assumes accountability for continuous personal growth, and fosters a culture of collective development among colleagues.
They effectively communicate their personal vision for SCI, inspiring and mobilizing their team while fostering a shared sense of purpose and commitment.
Strategically minded and forward-thinking, with a strong ability to anticipate future trends and opportunities.
Facilitate teamwork and cooperative efforts among colleagues to achieve shared objectives. Engage with cross-functional teams, including marketing, sales, and product development, to align strategies and enhance project outcomes. Ensure clear communication, mutual support, and collective problem-solving to drive efficiency and innovation.
Fosters and sustains productive partnerships with team members, colleagues, clients, and external collaborators and advocates.
We embrace diversity as a key driver of competitive advantage, recognizing it as a vital source of innovation and excellence.
Consistently demonstrates approachability, active listening skills, and a natural ease in communication.
Creativity is essential for developing innovative solutions and driving forward-thinking initiatives within the role. The ideal candidate will demonstrate originality in problem-solving, bringing fresh perspectives to projects and contributing to a dynamic work environment. Strong creative abilities are required to design engaging content, refine processes, and enhance user experiences. Additionally, the position demands adaptability to evolving challenges, ensuring that creative approaches remain effective and aligned with organizational goals.
Crafts and fosters groundbreaking, inventive approaches to address challenges and drive progress.
Open to evaluating and embracing calculated risks with a disciplined approach.
Integrity stands as a foundational requirement for this role, necessitating unwavering honesty, ethical conduct, and alignment with the organization’s values in all professional interactions. Candidates must demonstrate a steadfast commitment to upholding integrity across decision-making processes, ensuring transparency and accountability in every action. This principle extends to maintaining confidentiality, handling sensitive information with discretion, and adhering to company policies without exception. A strong moral compass and a dedication to ethical standards are essential to foster trust and credibility within the team and with external stakeholders.
Demonstrates integrity while fostering a culture of honesty and clear communication.
Demonstrates an unwavering dedication to upholding the core principles and values championed by Save the Children.
Seeking a candidate with a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, coupled with three or more years of hands-on experience in a similar role. The ideal applicant will possess strong analytical skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in industry-standard software and tools, as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills, is essential. Additionally, the candidate should demonstrate a proven track record of problem-solving and the capacity to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
Required:
Minimum of four years of relevant professional experience is required, with at least two years dedicated specifically to the construction of WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) infrastructure in either humanitarian or development settings.
Essential:
Accomplished management expertise cultivated within high-pressure emergency response environments or complex, fragile state contexts is required.
A bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, with a specialization in Water and Sanitation or Public Health Engineering, is required.
Registration with the Engineering Board of Kenya is a mandatory requirement.
With a background in overseeing integrated Health and WASH initiatives within public health programs, you bring valuable expertise to this role.
With a proven track record in overseeing project management initiatives, particularly those involving integrated Health and WASH projects, the ability to deliver these within specified timelines and budget constraints is essential.
Demonstrated experience and a strong dedication to implementing community participation and accountability systems within an integrated Health and WASH emergency response framework are essential.
Possesses a solid understanding of monitoring and evaluation principles, methodologies, and best practices to assess program performance, track progress, and measure outcomes effectively. Demonstrates proficiency in designing, implementing, and analyzing monitoring and evaluation frameworks, tools, and indicators. Applies analytical skills to interpret data, identify trends, and generate actionable insights for decision-making and continuous improvement. Familiarity with relevant software, databases, and reporting systems is essential to support evidence-based reporting and stakeholder communication.
With a proven track record in representation, you will adeptly advocate for Save the Children in external engagements, embodying our organizational values with professionalism. Demonstrating unwavering dedication to our mission, you will possess a deep comprehension of Save the Children’s mandate, with a resolute focus on child welfare at the core of all initiatives. Your role will involve championing these principles to ensure they remain integral to our strategic support and partnerships.
Capable of producing concise, logically structured assessment and project reports with compelling arguments and clear conclusions is essential.
Proven ability to articulate ideas clearly and effectively across diverse audiences is essential. Candidates must demonstrate strong interpersonal skills to collaborate seamlessly with teams and stakeholders. The role requires the capacity to convey complex information in an accessible manner while maintaining professionalism and clarity in written and verbal interactions.
Skilled at persuading and motivating others to support ideas, initiatives, or decisions, fostering alignment and driving collective action toward shared objectives.
Politically and culturally astute, demonstrating exceptional patience, tact, and diplomacy in all interactions.
A strong command of both written and spoken English is essential.
Demonstrates exceptional adaptability and a proactive willingness to accommodate varying and often unpredictable work demands under challenging and potentially uncertain conditions.
Passionate about advancing the mission and core values of Save the Children, this role requires a thorough grasp of our organizational mandate and unwavering dedication to prioritizing children’s well-being. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the capacity to uphold and integrate these principles consistently into all aspects of their work, ensuring they remain central to our support initiatives.
Fluency in English, Kiswahili, and Somali is required for effective verbal and written communication.
Desirable:
Professional candidates will have prior involvement with a non-governmental organization (NGO).
Professionals with prior involvement in resolving challenges related to small-scale water supply systems are encouraged to apply.
Possesses a comprehensive understanding of Save the Children’s operational frameworks and methodologies.
Demonstrated expertise in collaborating with subcontractors is required.
Direct experience within the geographical scope of Save the Children’s interventions is required.
Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND
Experience Required
4 years
