Job vacancy: Wash Emergency Program Manager: Action Contre la Faim
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Wash Emergency Program Manager: Action Contre la Faim
Deadline: close of business 17 May 2013
Contract: 4 months
ACF is a registered charity, founded in 1979. Action Contre la Faim operates in 41 countries. The international network of Action Contre la Faim is represented in Paris, London, Madrid, New York and Montreal. Teams in the field combat hunger on four fronts: nutrition, food security, health, water and sanitation.
ACF is seeking to fill the vacancy of Wash Emergency Program Manager based Masvingo. The WASH E PM is expected to have an understanding and knowledge of the WASH sector within the Zimbabwean context; experience in management of WASH works, bidding and contracting process; and exceptional ability to influence in an advisory capacity to ensure good quality implementation for beneficiaries and donors, organizational learning and contribute to broader policy analysis. Additionally the candidate must have excellent communication, interpersonal and analytical skills.
The Main objectives of the position will be
- Program Management, Program Monitoring & Technical Backstopping
- Team Capacity Building and Human Resource Management
- Internal and external (with Authorities/NGOs/partners/EHA) coordination
- Program Design & Development
- Planning, reporting and context analysis
- Ensure quality standards of works are met consistently
- Ensure in collaboration with the logistics department that items are procured in time, at optimal cost and to the required quality standard.
Education and Experience
- A University degree in Water Technology, Hydrology or Civil Engineering or other – WASH related topic (Engineering, Public Health, Water Resource Management etc.)
- A Masters Degree an added advantage
- Previous Project management experience with ACF WASH
- Previous experience in an international humanitarian organisation
- Emergency WASH experience essential, in Cholera a plus
- Urban WASH experience a strong plus
Required skills
- High capacity programme manager (proven management experience) able to manage multiple programs simultaneously
- Emergency WASH experience, particularly in Cholera a strong plus, or at least strong understanding of key aspects of emergency WASH response
- Engineering background – Urban WASH engineering experience a strong plus; or at least good technical understanding peri-urban-urban WASH technologies/systems – motor pumps, sewerage systems, pipeline networks, water treatment
- Good reporting and English language skills
- Able to work under stressful conditions, responsive, quick to react in emergencies, flexible regarding travel and stay in the field (Ability to live alone for weeks at a time)
- Good control of personal stress, and good diplomacy skills
- Able to maintain good relations with local authorities and national staff
- Commitment to training and developing capacity of staff
- Good organizational skills
- Previous Project management experience with ACF WASH a strong plus
Applicants should clearly indicate the post applied for on the envelope or subject line (for email). Cover letters with up-to-date detailed CVs should be forwarded to the undersigned not later than the Friday 17 May 2013 at close of business.
Please note that the successful candidates will be required to start immediately.
Email applications to: hrdpm@zw.missions-acf.org
Or
The Deputy Human Resources HOD
Action Contre La Faim (ACF)
29 Golden Stairs, Mount Pleasant, Harare
Zimbabwe