Wash Officer (Wad Madani & Wadi Halfa) – MedGlobal

Job Description

Country	Sudan
City	Wad Madani & Wadi Halfa
Type	Job
Career category	Monitoring and Evaluation
Closing date	14 Jul 2023

ABOUT MEDGLOBAL

MedGlobal is a global humanitarian non-profit organization providing medical and health education services to people in need, including refugees and displaced persons, in disaster and underserved regions. The organization is composed of medical and public health professionals of diverse backgrounds.

CODE OF CONDUCT

MedGlobal Code of Conduct reflects the profession’s core set of beliefs and values of care, respect, trust, and integrity. These beliefs and values are fundamental to MedGlobal employees, volunteers, interns, consultants, officers’ coordinators, and directors to guide their practice and conduct.

The Code is organized into categories, as follows:

1. Always act with fairness, honesty, integrity, and openness; respect the opinions of others and treat all with equality and dignity without regard to gender, race, color, creed, ancestry, place of origin, political beliefs, religion, marital status, disability, age, or sexual orientation.
2. Provide a positive and valued experience for those receiving service within and outside MedGlobal.

CHILD PROTECTION POLICY

Child abuse in all forms is unacceptable to MedGlobal, which recognizes its responsibility to protect children from harm in all areas of its work.

MedGlobal is committed to ensuring a child-safe environment and is applying a zero-tolerance approach towards any kind of child abuse and exploitation.

DISCRIMINATION, ABUSE AND HARASSMENT POLICY

MedGlobal provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and expressly prohibits and will not tolerate any form of discrimination, abuse, harassment (sexual or otherwise), based upon race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, citizenship status, disability, or military status. MedGlobal employees and related personnel must under no circumstances take part in any form of discrimination, harassment, or abuse (physical, sexual or verbal), intimidation or exploitation, or in any other way infringe the rights of others inside or outside the organization.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Wash Officer will be responsible for coordinating and implementing water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) programs in Sudan on behalf of MedGlobal. The officer will work closely with local communities, government authorities, and partner organizations to ensure the effective delivery of WASH services, with a focus on providing medical and health education services to people in need. The Wash Officer will contribute to improving the overall health and well-being of vulnerable populations by promoting access to safe water, improved sanitation facilities, and proper hygiene practices.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Project Planning and Implementation:
  • Develop, implement, and monitor WASH programs, projects, and activities in alignment with the organization’s goals and objectives.
  • Conduct assessments to identify the WASH needs of communities and design appropriate interventions.
  • Collaborate with local stakeholders, government authorities, and partner organizations to ensure coordinated and efficient project implementation.
  • Oversee the construction, maintenance, and rehabilitation of water supply systems, sanitation facilities, and hygiene promotion activities.
• Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene Promotion:
  • Facilitate the establishment of safe water sources, including wells, boreholes, and water treatment systems.
  • Ensure the construction and maintenance of hygienic sanitation facilities, such as latrines and bathing areas.
  • Develop and implement hygiene promotion campaigns to raise awareness and educate communities on proper hygiene practices, including handwashing, menstrual hygiene, and waste management.
  • Conduct training sessions for community members, healthcare workers, and volunteers to promote sustainable behavior change.
• Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting:
  • Develop monitoring and evaluation frameworks to assess the impact and effectiveness of WASH interventions.
  • Regularly collect and analyze data related to water quality, sanitation coverage, and hygiene behaviors to track progress and identify areas for improvement.
  • Prepare timely and accurate reports on project activities, outcomes, and challenges for internal and external stakeholders.
• Capacity Building and Coordination:
  • Provide technical guidance and support to local staff, partners, and volunteers involved in WASH activities.
  • Conduct training sessions and workshops to build the capacity of staff and community members in WASH-related topics.
  • Foster partnerships and collaborations with relevant stakeholders, including government agencies, local NGOs, and community leaders, to enhance program impact and sustainability.
• Budgeting and Resource Management:
  • Contribute to the development and management of project budgets, ensuring effective and efficient utilization of allocated resources.
  • Monitor project expenditures and procurement processes, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and donor requirements.

Qualifications and Experience

Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, environmental health, public health, or a related field. A master’s degree is desirable.
• At least 3-5 years of experience in implementing WASH programs, preferably in humanitarian or development settings.
• Strong knowledge of water supply systems, sanitation infrastructure, and hygiene promotion approaches.
• Familiarity with relevant guidelines and standards, such as Sphere and WHO WASH guidelines.
• Proven experience in project planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Fluency in Arabic. Knowledge of English is highly desirable.
• Willingness to travel and work in challenging and remote environments
• Must be Sudanese Nationality.

How to apply

To apply for this position, please send a cover letter and resume to [email protected] with the subject line: Wash Officer. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and applicants are encouraged to apply early.