WASH Specialist – Internal Vacancy – Mogadishu

Overall Purpose of the Role: 

The WASH Specialist is responsible for supporting the development and rollout of DRC’s WASH approach in Somalia and supervising of the quality of the implementation at the site level, in coordination with WASH Cluster and relevant authorities. This entails building effective collaboration with a diversity of stakeholders, ranging from displaced communities, host community representatives, humanitarian partners, and local authorities.

Responsibilities

WASH Technical Support

• Support the development, update, and rollout of DRC’s WASH strategy in Somalia
• Support the harmonization of the methodology, tools, processes, and outputs within the various field teams and externally with Cluster partners;
• In collaboration with WASH Coordinator participate in writing project proposals and internal and external reports.
• Provide technical support and overall coordination in the design and implementation of WASH programming
• Represent DRC in WASH and Shelter clusters, as well as the relevant technical working groups and vis-a-vis the national and local authorities as required.
• Participate and support existing coordination mechanisms
• Contribute to WASH-related MEAL planning and implementation;
• Contribute to donors’ reporting requirements, PDMs and ensure all data is collected and indicator tracking tools are updated regularly.
• Ensure that the proposed actions are based on and respect both IDPs and host communities’ needs;

Oversight of WASH Implementation

• Support the development and implementation of DRC’s WASH activities.
• Conduct frequent field visits to monitor the quality of WASH implementation.
• Improve utilization of site monitoring data in informing humanitarian responses, as well as utilization of the data for analysis and advocacy purposes;
• Ensure integration with other DRC sectors such as Economic Recovery, Protection, CCCM and Humanitarian Disarmament & Peacebuilding (HDP) during implementation
• Contribute to the implementation of beneficiary feedback mechanisms at field sites;
• Oversee protection and Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD) mainstreaming in all DRC WASH activities;
• Assist in monitoring, in close collaboration with CCCM/SMC and Protection, activities implemented by DRC in IDP sites, as well as the activities of other organisations. Ensure all activities respect international standards for each sector.

About you

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s five core competencies:

• Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
• Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
• Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
• Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
• Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with our vision and values.

Qualifications and Experience

• At least four years of INGO or UN experience
• Degree or Master’s in social or political sciences or relevant discipline.
• Significant professional knowledge of WASH strategies, policies, and modalities.
• Proven experience in strategic planning and organizational development.
• Strong capacity in inter-agency coordination and networking.
• Demonstrated ability with project grants management, including project design, budget preparation, expenditure tracking, monitoring and evaluation, reporting, supervision and performance.
• Proven commitment to accountable practices and knowledge of quality assurance systems.
• Good communicator and proven diplomacy with all types of stakeholders.
• Fluent and articulate in spoken and written English.
• Ability to work independently, but also coordinate effectively as part of a team.
• Strong computer skills (MS Word, Excel, BI, Outlook and PowerPoint).

Conditions

Contract:         12 months with the possibility of extension, subject to funding and performance. Salary and other conditions are offered by DRC’s Terms of Employment for National Staff; Employment band Non-Management G

Availability:       1st November 2023

Duty station:    This position is based in Mogadishu, Somalia with 60% travel to field sites.

Reporting Line:  Head of Programme

Providing equal opportunities, we are committed to creating an inclusive and positive work environment based on mutual respect for all employees. All applicants are considered for employment without attention to race, age, ability, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other factor. At DRC we celebrate diversity and appreciate our employees for the people they are and their unique skills, backgrounds, and perspectives. We encourage all interested candidates to apply.

Promoting high standards: DRC’s capacity to ensure the protection of and assistance to refugees, IDP, and other persons of concern depends on the ability of our staff to uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct about DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment. DRC conducts thorough background checks as part of the recruitment process

Application and CV

All Internal applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. Applications sent by email will not be considered

This is an internal position DRC only accepts applications sent via our online application form on www.drc.ngo under Vacancies.

Please submit your application and CV in English no later than 4th October 2023