Avis de recrutement : COOPI recrute un(e) Expert en WASH (itinérant) au Soudan.

 

 

 

 

 

COOPI is looking for a WASH Expert in Sudan

COOPI has been present in Sudan since 2004, initially contributing to addressing the humanitarian needs in the Darfur region that for a long time has been the scene of armed clashes and hard hit by prolonged periods of severe drought. However, since 2017, COOPI’s programme focus shifted to building the long-term resilience of local communities still with targeted humanitarian interventions. As of September 2020, COOPI’s programme portfolio include WASH, Food Security and Livelihoods implemented in North Darfur, Kassala and Khartoum States of Sudan.

Description of the role

The role of the WASH expert is to provide high level technical support to conceptualization, design and implementation of COOPI’s WASH projects with a focus on community based approaches and sustainabily of the water sources and sanitation facilities carried out on project’s implementation.

Main responsibilities

Results/Programme Management :

  • Proactively seeking funding opportunities to scale up and/or expand activities working closely with the Head of Mission and Head of Programs. This includes identifying and undertaking assessments and writing concepts and proposals;
  • Overall responsibility for the expected design, correct implementation and effective monitoring of assigned projects and activities;
  • Manage the inventory of materials for WASH activities and makes them available to the Donor upon request;
  • Support/Ensure effective collaboration with MEAL Team in monitoring, evaluation and documentation of all activities and processes. Ensuring the analysis of data collected (at various levels) to inform activity changes to improve programme quality;
  • Ensure the development and implementation of all activities in line with Common Humanitarian Standards (CHS) and COOPI programme standards and policies;
  • To oversee WASH programme with field visits and ensure quality of projects delivery;
  • To be engaged strategically with all technical sectors as need and provide management and strategic input/oversight;
  • Ensure the compliancy with COOPI procedures (logistic, finance, security);
  • Ensure that the procurement, logistic and administration departments are efficiently managed;
  • Oversee and provide strategic support to program teams;
  • Ensures the necessary visibility of ongoing Wash project’s interventions in national, regional and sectoral clusters as well as on the ground;
  • Prepare internal and donors reports and other periodical reports as required.

Requirements

Essentials

  • University degree in water engineering focused on WASH related field;
  • A minimum of five years of relevant working experience is required in similar sector;
  • At least three years of demonstrated successful experience in international relief and development in a similar WASH project management position is required;
  • Proven knowledge of water engineering and water supply design;
  • Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication, negotiation skills, multi-tasking and organizational skills;
  • Experience in liaising with governmental/local authorities, IOs and NGOs;
  • Fluency in English language;
  • Computer literate.

Plus

  • Experience in logistics, procurement and security matters is a strong advantage;
  • Previous work experience in Sudan is a plus;
  • Proven capacity to work in a team is essential. Experience in managing staff is an advantage;
  • Demonstrated ability to work in stressful environments and under pressure;
  • Experience in working in conflict-prone environments a plus;
  • Arabic knowledge is a plus.

More details

Application deadline : January 23th, 2023