Project Officer - WASH at Samaritans Purse

The WASH Program aims to address the long-term water security and access issues in these regions. The main responsibilities will be to help direct behavior change strategies that are pertinent to WASH program.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement activities according to international WASH standards, SPHERE, and SP project cycle management tools & WASH technical strategies;
• Identify, mobilize and sensitize communities and institutions on participatory hygiene and sanitation transformation and health and hygiene education;
• Promote safe WASH practices, including appropriate use and maintenance of WASH facilities and services;
• Ensure appropriate community involvement in the design and delivery of essential WASH services and facilities;
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with community leaders;
• Complete weekly and monthly reports on progress against objectives;
• Train and manage community volunteers or other hygiene outreach workers;
• Liaise with the project staff to carry out awareness days and ensure linkage to other Samaritans Purse projects;
• Comply with all laid down Samaritans Purse policies and procedures;
• Attend morning devotions and participate in prayer support for the Samaritans Purse ministry;
• Maintain a strong Christian witness to colleagues, vendors, charitable beneficiaries, and the general public;
• Performing any other related duties as assigned and carrying out responsibilities with regards to Samaritans Purse mission statement.

Education / Experience Needed

• Degree/Diploma in Public/Environmental/Community Health or a related field;
• A minimum of 2 years experience in either relief or development including implementation of community-based WASH projects with evidence of successful implementation of similar projects;
• Experience in supervising and coordinating trainings;
• Ability to work with culturally diverse groups of people;
• Ability to travel and work in difficult conditions and under pressure;
• Excellent spoken and written English language skills.