Water Technician

                                                                     IR/INT/EXT/VN/022.24

May 24, 2024

Post Title:                    Water Technician   

Reports to:                  Emergency WASH Officer                       

Duty Station:               Afar Regional State, Zone-2 (Abala, and Zone -4 (Ewa) Woreda

Required:                    Two (2), One each Zone

Duration:                     8 months

Salary:                        As per the organizations scale

Introduction

Islamic Relief is an international relief and development charity founded in 1984 with its headquarters in Birmingham, UK. As well as responding to disasters and emergencies, Islamic Relief promotes sustainable economic and social development by working with local communities - regardless of race, religion or gender. The office officially started operation in Ethiopia in 2004. Islamic Relief Ethiopia (IRE) is operational in the Somali Regional State with a base office in Jigjiga, Hargelle, Elkere, Bare, GG and Dekasuftu, Afar Regional State; Ewa, Awra and Gulina; Oromia regional State, West Harergeye, Chiro and Meayso Woredas,Borena zone,Yabello,Dubluk,Dire and Elewaye woredas and an additional operational office in Addis Ababa. For more information please visit our website: http://www.islamic-relief.org/work-with-us

Job Purpose

Reporting to the WASH Officer, the Water Technician will be responsible to provide technical support to the outlined project in assessment and specifying maintenance needs, preparation of simple and practical operation guidelines for pumps and gen-sets. He/she will work closely with the WASH Officer; specifically, be charged with supporting the WASH teams in planning, designing, and development of BoQs and overall budgeting, technical implementation of water supply systems including rehabilitation and training of Operation & Maintenance teams, and Water Management Committees and Woreda water office staffs.

Specific Responsibilities

Program implementation

·      Working closely with the Emergency WASH Officer, support IR WASH teams in planning, designing, and developing of detailed Bills of Quantities and overall budgeting and, preparation of bid documents for the implementation of water supply systems.

·      Support IR WASH teams in the identification of electro-mechanical equipment requirements for water systems and engage in maintenance works.

·      Support IRE’s project team to ensure active participation and involvement of Woreda water, health & education offices, local government, and community structures, and beneficiaries in planning, implementation, supervision, monitoring, and evaluation of rehabilitation and emergency WASH activities.

·      Support IRE’s technical team in the process of conducting detailed assessments for project sites, draft layouts, and designs of water supply systems, developed in a participatory process that incorporates the needs of the community, including those of women and vulnerable members of the community. Whenever necessary, advise the Emergency WASH Officer on possible relocations based on assessment findings and discussions with the Woreda administration.

·      Support IR team in conducting water quality surveillance and testing, building capacity of Woreda water/health bureaus staff in carrying out water quality testing at water points and households.

·      Contribute towards development of standard Water Management Committee and system Operators selection and training.

·      Contribute towards development of specification and standard list of minor O&M tools, and easily moving parts for electromechanical equipment’s.

·      Closely Monitor ongoing water scheme rehabilitation works on the site, provide directions and produce regular reports.

·      Support emergency water trucking interventions and facilitate efficient and safe water distribution.  

·      Any other relevant duties as may be assigned by the senior Officer and WASH coordinator.

Coordination

• Support IR in ensuring linkages with the Woreda water office operational and maintenance unit for effective utilization of resources.
• Attend Woreda WASH task force and coordination meetings as assigned by the senior Officer.
• When assigned by the Emergency WASH Officer, represent the project in cluster coordination meetings and provide prompt feedback.

Reporting

• To submit biweekly and monthly program activity plans to the Emergency WASH Officer and be responsible for providing support to the IRs for the implementation, supervision, monitoring, and reporting of all project activities in the areas of assignment.
• Submit biweekly and monthly activity reports to the Emergency WASH Officer.
• Participate in the preparation of sector reports for submission to the Program area and country office, Government, and donors.

Monitoring and Evaluation

• In liaison with IRs, ensure regular monitoring of program activities to determine the success of interventions and recommend any changes in program design to the Emergency WASH Officer and technically to the WASH Coordinator.

Supervision

The position has no direct supervisee; however, the job holder will:-

• Collaborate with the Community Development Officer and Sanitation and Hygiene Promoter to provide regular feedback to IR on the performance and areas for improvement in the WASH sector or activities under the project.

KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

Internal

• Working in consultations with the Emergency WASH Officer, Hygiene and Sanitation Promotion Officer/s, Community Development Officer, and WASH coordinator.
• In liaison with IR, working to support IREs WASH teams who are in charge of planning and implementation of WASH activities under the project.

External

·      Provide any relevant support by IR to coordinate and collaborate with Regional and Woreda Water and Health Officers, Kebele leaders, and Extension workers.

·      Working together with the Sanitation & Hygiene Promoter and Community Development Officer to support IRs in capacity building for Water Management Committees and Sanitation and Hygiene volunteers.

Personal Specification

Formal Education/Qualification and Work Experience

·      Diploma in water technology electromechanical works or other related field of studies.

·      Minimum 3 years’ experience in implementation of Water Work projects, preferably emergency WASH projects in humanitarian, NGO, or Government organizations.

Skills and Competences 

·      Proven knowledge of water works, construction management and emergency response activities.

·      Computer literacy in MS word, Excel and CAD.

·      Fluency in Afari language is a Mandatory

·      Good in written and spoken English.

·      Previous relevant experience in the INGO sector is an asset

Safeguarding and Equal Opportunity

Islamic Relief and Islamic Relief staff considers the welfare and protection of children, young people and people at risk to be paramount to the organization. And must adhere the principle of ‘do no harm and leave no one behind.’ It is critical we do not expose communities or staff we work with to the risk of harm through our interventions.  Islamic Relief have a number of related policies which also describe standards in behavior expected from the organization, its staff and representatives towards each other and those we serve. Islamic Relief is committed to responding swiftly, appropriately and constructively to any and all information children, young people and people at risk have disclosed.

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. We participate in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme and will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and child abuse during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment before signing the contract agreement.

Islamic Relief believes everyone has the right to be safe, respected and valued regardless of who they are or their circumstances, and an equal employment opportunity to all candidates and qualified applicants, we do not discriminate on the base of age, sex, race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability status and diversity.

Islamic Relief has a zero tolerance towards all forms of violence, sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.

IRE highly encourage female applicants to apply for this position. Our organization is committed to promoting gender equality and diversity in the workplace. IRE believe in creating an inclusive working environment where all individuals, regardless of their gender, have equal opportunities for professional growth and development.

IRE value the contributions and unique perspectives that women and persons with disability bring to our organization and are committed to providing a supportive, working environment. IRE believe that by promoting gender equality, we can enhance the effectiveness and sustainability of our programs.

If you are a qualified female candidate with a passion to join our team, we encourage you to submit your application. IRE look forward to considering your candidacy and working together to make a difference in the lives of those in need.

How to Apply:

Application Procedures

·      Interested candidates are required to submit a complete Job application form stated with the duty station that you are applying for with all required supporting documents (updated CV, copy of credentials and testimonials) through eth.recruitment1@islamic-relief.org.et

·      You can access the Job Application Form with this link: http://www.islamic-relief.org.et/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Employment-Application-form-1.docx. Failure to follow the instructions will invalidate your application.

·      Closing date for the application is May 31, 2024.

·      Due to the high volume of application, we regret that we will be able to contact only the shortlisted candidates.

Disclaimers: The Islamic relief does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process, including the application, interview, offer and contract stages.