SNV is seeking to recruit the services of a Project Field Officer. The major responsibilities of this position are:
Provision of Advisory Services
• Contribute to the development of sustainable and climate resilient improved sanitation and hygiene service provision, building capacities at all levels, with the enhanced inclusion of women in leadership positions.
• Strengthen the capacity of existing households within the target regions to gain access to at least climate resilient basic sanitation, basic hand washing with soap and reached through hygiene promotion.
• Follow up on the Water Source Committees (WSC’s) and Sub-Country Water Supply and Sanitation Supply Boards (SWSSB’s); while ensuring that established WSC’s and SWSSB’s receive the necessary organizational development.
Monitoring Evaluation & Quality Assurance
• Responsible for the supervision, monitoring and reporting on the implementation of ongoing activities related to the strengthening of water use capacity; improvement of non-functional water facilities; support for district and sub-county technical personnel; establishment and support for WSC’s, SWSSB’s, HPMA’s etc.
• Support the Project Manager in ensuring that that mechanisms to monitor the implementation of the project activities is in place and that disaggregated data collection is carried out in a systematic and timely fashion; ensuring that quality data is recorded and analysed.
• Providing support to extension workers and implementing partners to ensure delivery of project assignments / results meets SNV requirements in terms of scope, quality, and timeliness of delivery.
Knowledge Development and Networking
• Facilitate learning and knowledge development on best practices within the WASH sector.
• Support documentation of case studies, best practices, and emerging models from SNV practice.
• Participate in internal and external learning and networking events relevant to the WASH sector’s programmes.
Internal and external communication
• Informs and is informed about the development / changes in the project, is consistent responsive to the client community and pro-active and confident in engaging with external stakeholders (government, NGOs, private sector or other relevant stakeholders).
• Provide regular updates and bi-weekly written reports to the project manager, reflecting progress made on the project.
Project data handling
• Collects data in the field (paperwork) checks and enters all relevant data into relevant system(s).
Process improvement
• Assesses service delivery quality and adapts service processes, to increase efficiency.
Qualifications
• A University degree in any of the following disciplines: engineering (preferably Civil, Environmental or Water Resources Engineering, social sciences (development studies, Social Work and Social Administration), Business Administration, Public (Environmental) Health, etc.
• A minimum of one year of relevant working experience in Water/ Sanitation/Hygiene programming within the Uganda WASH sector
• Proven technical and management expertise in terms of WASH project assessments, design, implementation, reporting, monitoring and evaluation and stakeholder engagement.
• Good understanding of sanitation technological options for rural communities in Uganda
• Knowledge and experience in rolling out sanitation demand approaches e.g. Community Led Total Sanitation
• Knowledge and experience in implementing sanitation supply chain approaches.
• Knowledge and experience in behaviour change approaches and able to lead and facilitate participatory formative research with ability to consult women and other vulnerable groups.
• Experience in working with subcounty based hand pump mechanics (including developing training manuals and conducting training)
• Ability to multitask, strong attention to detail; ability to work independently; strong analytical, communication and report writing skills.
• Experience in coordinating a range of diverse actors and activities to achieve a common programming objective under the WASH sector.
• Good understanding of the link between Water, Sanitation and Hygiene
• Team player with results-oriented attitudes.
• Familiarity and proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PPT, etc.
• Fluency in English (written/oral/comprehension) is required (Additional languages preferred).
• Ability to work in multi-cultural environment and willingness to learn basic words in the local indigenous language.
• Valid riding permit
Additional Information
Terms of Appointment
• This is a full-time position based in Lira, Uganda. The contract duration is 2 years, with possibility of extension. The desired starting date is February 1, 2023. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, including a competitive secondary benefits package.
Working at SNV
• We offer a challenging work environment, opportunities to lead and innovate, and a commitment to growing your skills in a fulfilling and diverse working environment. Our staff benefit from, and contribute to, an internal global network of experts. For more information, please visit our website: www.snv.org
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Closing Date : 5th Jan, 2023