Public Health Engineer (PHE) Advisor
Location: Nairobi with field trips to South Somalia
Salary & Benefits: Kshs 279,916 gross per month
Level: C2 National
Contract Type: 1year Fixed Term with possible extension
Location: Nairobi with field trips to South Somalia
Salary & Benefits: Kshs 279,916 gross per month
Level: C2 National
Contract Type: 1year Fixed Term with possible extension
Oxfam GB Programme in Somalia addresses poverty reduction by long-term development and capacity building, as well as humanitarian needs in different sectors mainly: WASH, Governance, Food Security and Livelihoods. Currently Oxfam GB works in Somaliland/Northwest and South Central Somalia. We are currently looking for a dynamic and knowledgeable Public Health Engineer (PHE) Advisor to enhance the impact of our work in South and Central Somalia.
The Role
The post holder reports to the Associate Country Director, Somalia. He/she will act as the focal person on PHE aspects to ensure assessments, designs; proposals, implementation, monitoring and evaluation meet the engineering norms and standards in Somalia and have the necessary relevance, quality, effectiveness and efficiency. The role coordinates with PHP and EFSL Advisors to ensure the ‘’one programme approach’’ and quality programme delivery. The role ssupport field level Oxfam PHE and WASH staff from partners in Somalia through technical advice, supervision and ensure adherence to high standards and quality of engineering work. The post holder wills pparticipate in the development of monitoring and evaluation tools in liaison with the MEAL coordinator. The post holder coordinates with the government technical line departments, partners and national institutions to ensure quality standards, effective programming and timely delivery of humanitarian programme. The person is expected to document and share best practices and lessons
The post holder reports to the Associate Country Director, Somalia. He/she will act as the focal person on PHE aspects to ensure assessments, designs; proposals, implementation, monitoring and evaluation meet the engineering norms and standards in Somalia and have the necessary relevance, quality, effectiveness and efficiency. The role coordinates with PHP and EFSL Advisors to ensure the ‘’one programme approach’’ and quality programme delivery. The role ssupport field level Oxfam PHE and WASH staff from partners in Somalia through technical advice, supervision and ensure adherence to high standards and quality of engineering work. The post holder wills pparticipate in the development of monitoring and evaluation tools in liaison with the MEAL coordinator. The post holder coordinates with the government technical line departments, partners and national institutions to ensure quality standards, effective programming and timely delivery of humanitarian programme. The person is expected to document and share best practices and lessons
The Person
To be successful in this role you will have relevant qualification in Water and Sanitation engineering or related public health engineering qualifications. You will have proven and measurable practical experience in water supply options in semi arid and arid area, irrigation deigns, sanitation (safe excreta disposal, solid waste management), emergency preparedness and response programmes. You will have in-depth experience in drought cycle management particularly in linking WASH to livelihoods and to practical Disaster Risk reduction strategies. Experience and understanding of community based water supply and sanitation activities in complex humanitarian situation, and understanding of programming and monitoring humanitarian programmes in area that have limited access. An excellent oral and written communication skill in English is also essential while knowledge of the local language is desirable. You will demonstrate a high degree of self-motivation, able to deliver tasks while operating under pressure and in fluid. You will be able to spend significant time travelling to the project sites whenever security permits. Experience in working in Somalia and ability to speak Somali language will be an added advantage.
To be successful in this role you will have relevant qualification in Water and Sanitation engineering or related public health engineering qualifications. You will have proven and measurable practical experience in water supply options in semi arid and arid area, irrigation deigns, sanitation (safe excreta disposal, solid waste management), emergency preparedness and response programmes. You will have in-depth experience in drought cycle management particularly in linking WASH to livelihoods and to practical Disaster Risk reduction strategies. Experience and understanding of community based water supply and sanitation activities in complex humanitarian situation, and understanding of programming and monitoring humanitarian programmes in area that have limited access. An excellent oral and written communication skill in English is also essential while knowledge of the local language is desirable. You will demonstrate a high degree of self-motivation, able to deliver tasks while operating under pressure and in fluid. You will be able to spend significant time travelling to the project sites whenever security permits. Experience in working in Somalia and ability to speak Somali language will be an added advantage.
HOW TO APPLY:
This is an opportunity for an experienced and highly motivated professional, with a strong commitment to Oxfam’s values and beliefs. If you believe you are the ideal candidate, look at the full job description and submit your application and detailing how your experience prepares you for the post using this link:http://bit.ly/1aNeegG
The closing date: 30th April 2015.
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