WASH Activity Manager at Solidarités International (SI)

Solidarités International (SI) is an international humanitarian NGO which, for more than 40 years, has been providing assistance to populations affected by armed conflicts and natural disasters by meeting their vital needs for food, water and shelter. Particularly involved in the fight against diseases linked to unsafe water, the first cause of death in the world, SI's interventions provide expertise in the field of access to drinking water, sanitation and hygiene promotion, but also in the essential area of food security and livelihoods. Present in around twenty countries, SI's teams - 2000 people in total made up of expatriates, national staff, permanent staff at headquarters, and a few volunteers - work with professionalism and commitment while respecting cultures.

Solidarités International (SI) is determined to prevent and fight all type of abuse – all act of exploitation, abuse and/or sexual harassment (SEAH) against members of beneficiary communities or collaborators, fraud, corruption, violation of persons and/or property, funding of activities harmful to human rights – that could be perpetrated in the frame of its interventions. SI implements a zero-tolerance policy regarding acts of SEAH.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: WASH Activity Manager

Location: Monguno, Borno
Employment Type: Full-time

Mission

• The WASH activity manager is in charge of carrying out and accomplishing the objectives as defined in the operation proposals.
• He/she is responsible for the supervision of the operational teams assigned to the WASH activity.
• He/she must ensure that the WASH activities are well executed and deliver quality results, where appropriate, proposes adjustments or developments to ensure relevance.

Responsibilities
Diagnostics and project conception:

• Participate in the preparation and implementation of diagnostics.
• Participate in the design and the financial dimension of the human and logistical programs to implement.
• Prepare the appendixes and technical chapters (of logical framework) of operation proposals.
• Implement the activities in compliance with the annual operational strategy, SOLIDARITES International’s technical requirements and the donors criteria.
• Participate in the development of the WASH team’s capacity in regard to techniques or new methodologies.

Implementation and Monitoring:

• Prepare a thorough plan for activity implementation, guiding Officers and Team Leaders in creating Design packs, and ensure the review of Design packs before submission to the WASH Project Manager and WASH/Inter-Coordination.
• Plan the WASH activity(ies) with the support department (Administration, logistics) according to the set objectives.
• Assess the relevance of activities, the effectiveness of interventions, and their appropriateness in light of changing circumstances and the needs of populations.
• Propose adjustments to programs if necessary.
• Make sure the objectives for the activity(ies) under his/her responsibility are achieved.
• Suggest and implement monitoring indicators for the WASH activity(ies) and context.
• Use the SI management and monitoring tools for the activities, results and context.
• Plan and supervise the implementation of the WASH activity(ies) under his/her responsibility.
• Anticipate difficulties in the carrying out of the WASH activity(ies) and facilitate problem solving.
• Prepare Internal Order Forms (IOF) and follow orders using the logistics service.
• Report the state of decentralized inventory to the logistics department (“field” inventory).

Capitalization:

• Write the capitalization documents in accordance with SI tools.
• Prepare handover reports before the end of his/her employment contract and forward them to concerned parties in the mission and at headquarters.
• Ensure diffusion of SI technical documentation.

HRM:

• Welcome and brief new employees or volunteers working under his/her responsibility
• Implement training activities in accordance with WASH operational requirements and the identified training needs.
• Serve as intermediary between team leaders
• Manage and support the team under his/her responsibility
• Conduct workshops and regular or ad hoc meetings
• Make sure his/her team(s) follow the safety rules

Reporting / communication / representation:

• Share with the appropriate authority any information on the security context and any event which may have consequences on SI activities and team safety.
• Write regular reports concerning the progress of the activity(ies) under his/her responsibility.
• Write reports and annexes concerning his/her activity(ies) for donor reports and/or amendment.
• Ensure compliance with reporting deadlines and guidelines.
• Communicate with team leaders concerning the progress and results of their activity(ies).
• Maintain a local operational communication network and positive relations with the local/governmental authorities, donor representatives, UN and other international agencies in cooperation with the program manager and Program Coordinator.
• Represent Solidarités International in meetings or forums concerning the WASH activities within his employment location.
• Represent SI on request and/or delegation.
• Respond to the requirements of Headquarters concerning specific needs.
• Write the administrative documents to be signed (MOU, handover…) jointly with governmental authorities, communities or partners.

Requirements

• Studies: Masters / bachelor’s Degree in civil engineering, Water or Sanitation Engineering, Geology or Hydrology.
• Experience: 2 years of relevant experience in a similar position with other INGO and at least 3 years’ experience in the humanitarian sector and in Deep Borehole drilling and development. Capacity to deal with contractors and ensure timely delivery.
• Project related skills: Good knowledge of the project cycle, projects implementation and project follow-up.
• Language: English is mandatory and one of the local dialects is an added advantage.
• IT: Good knowledge of CAD Software (Auto CAD Archi CAD etc) and should demonstrate solid proficiency in MS Office applications - particularly Word, PowerPoint and advanced Excel.
• Transversal Skills: Interpersonal skills, reliable, honest, accountable, resistance to stress, team player, good prioritization of task, Management skills, Planning skills, flexibility to meet deadlines. Ability to operate safely and effectively in a security sensitive environment like Northeast.

What We Offer

• Salary + transport + housing allowance + social benefits (medical coverage, 24 days of Annual leaves per year, compassionate leaves, public holidays as announced by government, festive bonus, Life insurance - covering death, Health Insurance full coverage and permanent disability) etc.

Application Closing Date
6th April, 2026.