UNICEF Wash Officer, Mogadishu, Somalia

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WASH Officer

United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF)
Humanitarian
Closing date: 30 Dec 2010
Location: Somalia

Location information: Central South Zone

UNICEF SOMALIA

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT REF: UNSOM/2010/042

Title: WASH Officer
Category and Grade Level: NOB
Type of Contract: Fixed Term
IMIS No. 68643
Length Of Contract: One year   
Organization Unit: Programme - WASH
Duty Station: Mogadishu, Somalia
Date of Issue: 16th December 2010
Closing date of Application: 30th December 2010


If you are qualified Somali National looking for a chance to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable Somali children while gaining opportunities for career growth, you are invited to apply for the post of a WASH Officer with UNICEF in Mogadishu Office.

The incumbent will be under the supervision of the WASH Specialist and will responsible for contributing to the programme design and implementation, evaluation of programme/project activities, data analysis and progress reporting.

If successful, you’ll be part of a dynamic and passionate team in Somalia and Nairobi that works together to improve the health, nutrition, water, sanitation, hygiene, and basic education of Somali girls and boys and protect them from violence, exploitation and abuse.

The successful candidate will be offered a Fixed Term Appointment for one year. Further extensions will be based on organizational needs, availability of funds and satisfactory performance.

Major duties and responsibilities:

 Undertake field missions, collect and analyze data for the Situation Analysis, programme/project planning, management, and monitoring and evaluation purposes. Analyzes programme implementation reports and evaluates in relation to established programme recommendations and plans of action. Report the outcome of analyses and propose corrective actions.
 Assess local conditions and resources, and monitor UNICEF inputs. Carry out supervision and certification of WASH projects.
 Communicate with local counterpart authorities on project feasibility and effectiveness, including the flow of supply and non-supply assistance.   
 Undertake follow-up actions on programme implementation activities and prepare relevant reports. Drafts changes in the programme work plans, as required.
 Provide technical assistance in the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of WASH projects.
 Evaluate and analyse financial and supply reports to ensure appropriateness of documentation and expenditures are within allotments.
 Attend technical cooperation meetings, participate in WASH Cluster coordination activities, prepare notes and undertake follow-up actions related to programme implementation.
 Assist in identification and selection of technical supplies and equipment.
 Select and compile training and orientation materials for those involved in programme implementation.
 Assist in the preparation of the country programme recommendation by drafting CPSS, PSS and other relevant documentation, ensuring adherence to established rules and regulations.
 Evaluate and analyze financial and supply reports to ensure that expenditures are within allotments and data is consistent with PROMS/PIDB. Reports to the supervisor and/or head of the office, detailing the outcome of reviews.
 Draft relevant sections of reports (required for donors, management, annual reports, etc.).

Qualifications, experience & Skills
• A University Degree in technical field / Water supply or related field. Good knowledge of computer management and applications.
• Five years experience two (2) of which should be relevant progressively responsible experience at professional level in WASH programme design, administration, monitoring and evaluation in related field.
 High level of computer literacy
 Ability to organize and prioritize work with commitment to meeting deadlines.
 Excellent Interpersonal and communication skills.
 Excellent analytical skills with good aptitude for figures.
 Fluency in written and spoken English and the language of duty station.

How to apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications with an updated UN Personal History Form (P.11), CV and copies of academic certificates to the email below. UN staff are requested to provide the last two Performance Evaluation Reports (PERs). Please quote the vacancy number in your application. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted

Chief of Field Office
Vacancy Number 2010/042
CSZ, Somalia

Or to

Email to: somaliahrvacancies@unicef.org

QUALIFIED FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE ESPECIALLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

UNICEF IS A NON-SMOKING ENVIRONMENT
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