WASH Coordinators at Action Against Hunger | ACF-International

Action Against Hunger | ACF-International works to save lives by combating hunger and diseases that threaten the lives of vulnerable communities, through nutrition, food security, water and sanitation, health and advocacy.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: WASH Coordinator

Location: Abuja
Duration: 12 months
Start Date: ASAP

Description
You'll contribute to ending world hunger by:

• playing a key role in tackling the root causes of hunger through our integrated approach to provide access to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene services.
• You will develop the professional capacities of all ACF staff and foster strong relationships with the community.

Responsibilities
Key activities in your role will include:

• Ensuring appropriate design, construction and implementation of WASH construction activities according to technical standards, as well as proper maintenance and use of WASH equipment.
• Overseeing the quality of the need assessment and technical assessment. You will develop and ensure the use of appropriate techniques and materials for hygiene promotion and training.
• Implementing the ACF WASH Strategy by planning, integrating and managing the project cycle and creating timely internal and external reports.
• Representing ACF externally in both the Humanitarian Community and with Government officials as well as developing strong links with WASH and NGO actors. Actively participate in WASH meetings and other Government/UN forums.

Requirements
Does this description fit you?
You’re a seasoned WASH professional:

• Degree in Water Engineering/Construction Engineering/Public Health or relevant degree with at least 3 years experience in project management.
• You have experience in water, sanitation, hygiene and health education projects, preferably in a humanitarian context.

You’re a super communicator:

• You have led teams where you need to coach others to adapt their communication style to suit colleagues from other cultures & professions.
• You are able to adjust your own style to represent ACF appropriately with a range of national counterparts.
• You intuitively adapt how you communicate context analysis, strategy, policies & procedures to suit different audiences - both verbally & in writing.
• You are diplomatic & able to help colleagues handle difficult situations.
• You are able to consolidate & polish contributions from a large team to ensure reports are comprehensive & coherent. You identify & support how junior staff can improve their reporting skills.

Your work style builds confidence within your team:

• You are highly organized & pay attention to small details. You are calm under pressure, & able to easily adapt to changing circumstances.
• You identify training needs and work with the HR dept to develop and implement relevant trainings.
• You are goal-oriented while also being genuinely committed to helping others succeed.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online