Country: South Sudan
Closing date: 01 Mar 2016
South Sudan being the newest country in the world has an unstable background marred with insecurity, and a long history of civil wars and inter-tribal conflicts. The country has been classified as a “Fragile State”, and therefore, both the humanitarian, as well as the development needs are tremendous. Only 6% of the population has access to toilets and the general population also have limited access to safe drinking water. Several potential emergency situations are developing within the country requiring concerted efforts to increase Oxfam in country capacity and preparedness.
The Field WASH Coordinator will be responsible for running and supervising the water, sanitation and hygiene projects operating in Northern Jongeli at all stages of the project management cycle.
Some of his/her major roles will include
o Develop a project plan, ensure its smooth implementation, and manage the team’s performance of project tasks and activities that may include, but are not limited to:
o Construction or rehabilitation of water networks, boreholes.
o Drilling of new boreholes
o Borehole upgrades
o Implementation of an incentivised HH latrines construction programme
o Hygiene promotion and education.
To be able to carry out your duties effectively, you must have met the following minimum requirements,
A minimum of 5 years of practical experience in developing countries in Water, Hygiene and Sanitation programmes (among at least 2 years in humanitarian context).
First degree or postgraduate diploma in Public Health Engineering (Water & sanitation) or Construction Engineering. Experience can substitute qualifications, but not vice versa.
This job will be based in Bor Jonglei State and we offer very attractive packages
How to apply:
Please apply through our website