OFFRE D'EMPLOI: EH ASSISTANT

The International rescue Committee, Cameroon Program is seeking

Position: (4) EH ASSISTANT WASH/NFI

Program: Environmental Health

Location: Buéa

Type of Contract: Short term Limited Contract

Duration: 4 Month (with renewal option)

Start date: 1st September 2018

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

The Environmental Health Assistant, under the supervision of the Environmental Health Officer, will be responsible for the implementation of Environmental Health/WASH/NFI activities in North West and South West Region. S/He will be required to participate in the daily implementation of the above component of the WASH/NFI project, providing an insight into cultural sensitivity and thoroughness of communication to the beneficiary communities, as well as assisting to see that the activities are implemented in an all-inclusive, timely and participatory manner

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with the District Water Department and Hygiene and Sanitation clusters at community levels in identifying, mobilizing and sensitizing target communities for water, sanitation and hygiene promotion
• Create linkages between the communities and the project, the local government extension staff and the target communities in Water, Sanitation and Hygiene, promotion.
• The EH Assistants, play a lead role in mapping out communities for village sanitation improvement.
• Mobilization of beneficiary communities to maintain the established/rehabilitated/protected water sources.
• Formation/training of Water supply and sanitation committees for the established/rehabilitated/protected water sources.
• Participate in collection of useful data, success stories and beneficiary lists as required
• Participate in preparing monthly/quarterly/annual highlights/ reports and proposals and budgets for donors.
• Assist the EH Officer in inspection of boreholes, shallow wells and water pumps and other water supply systems to ensure they are operational.
• Together with the EH Officer, perform compliance inspection of new construction which pertains to the settlements water distribution system to determine that all fittings are installed and in accordance with prescribed standards, plans and specifications.
• Assist in major repairs and installation of new materials, supplies, machinery and/or equipment
• Conduct water testing and advise accordingly and come up with solutions where need be to improve on quality.
• Test water to determine flow rates and inform users of its quality.
• Assist the EH Officer to work with the local Water Department and Hygiene and Sanitation clusters at community levels in identifying, mobilizing and sensitizing target communities for water, sanitation and hygiene promotion.
• Mobilization of beneficiary communities to maintain the established/rehabilitated/protected water sources.
• Lead the Hygiene team in the midterm and annual surveys to understand the impacts of DRC programs with relation to behavior change and health based indicators.
• Uphold IRC’s international code of conduct. Any other tasks as may be assigned from time to time

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education (Knowledge) Higher

• Minimum of Diploma in Environment Health Science, Water Engineering or Wash related course from recognized institution. Bachelor’s degree is an added advantage.
• At least two years’ experience in implementing Wash project
• Thorough knowledge of Wash national and international standards.
• Strong competence in English literacy and Pidgin English
• Proven skills in computer programs (Word, Excel; minimum)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent skills in report writing and meeting dead lines
• Demonstrated ability to work in war conflict areas
• To establish effective working relations with the other team members and other stakeholders.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education (Knowledge) Higher

• University degree/HND in Civil/Environmental Engineering or related field;
• Minimum 3 years professional technical experience in WASH/Environmental Health, Physical Science, structures and/or water delivery/production;
• Minimum 2 years overseas experience, preferably in a conflict or post disaster setting;
• Solid managerial skills and experience in an international multi-cultural setting;
• Strong project planning, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills;
• Proven technical writing skills;
• Competent in Windows, MS office programs, AutoCAD (or similar computer aided design), email and database experience;
• Interpersonal qualities: Works well in and promotes teamwork, comfortable in a multi-cultural environment, flexible and able to handle pressure in a professional manner
• Fluent in spoken and written English. Pidgin English skills is an asset

How To Apply

Applicants are requested to send their submissions to: IRC2CM.Recruit@rescue.org With subject line: “EH ASSISTANT WASH/NFI” by august 27^th , 2018 at 5PM

Applications must include:

• Cover letter, (one page)
• CV,

The International Rescue Committee is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. Only selected applications will be contacted.