WASH and Construction Officer Full Time NEW

Job Summary

The WASH and Construction Officer oversees the inception, planning, implementation and monitoring of construction activities within our refugee Health, Nutrition and WASH programs. Manages the construction portfolio through the implementation phase and produces resource-loaded and leveled project schedules. Reviews proposed designs to advise on construction related issues with adverse impacts.

• Department: Operation
• Team ; Medical
• Report to (position): Field coordinator
• Location(s):Shire
• Work Days & Hours: Monday-Saturday 40 -48/week

Job Responsibilities;

Project Planning and Implementation

• Conduct WASH technical assessments and site surveys to ensure designs are feasible, context-appropriate, and meet humanitarian standards (e.g., Sphere, UNHCR, WHO).
• Develop detailed work plans, budgets, and procurement plans for WASH and construction activities.
• Supervise the WASH infrastructure construction and rehabilitation in health facilities, water supply systems, sanitation facilities (e.g., latrines, bathing), and other WASH-related infrastructure in refugee and IDP settings.
• Prepare progress reporting and requirements depending on project type.
• Evaluates work in progress to ensure construction and installation of facilities and equipment follow approved detailed design and engineering standards.
• Conducts productivity analysis to identify and resolve critical variances so projects can achieve established objectives.
• Facilitate in organizing WaSHCo and hygiene promotion trainings and workshops for the water management team and other partners (women groups, health agents, water committee, etc in the woredas) and coordinate in preparation and organizing all the required training materials.
• Lead environmental health and public health activities within the health facilities, follow the waste disposal and cleaning protocols.
• Assess the status of health facilities as per the WASHFIT standards and develop improvement plans.
• Responsible for overall adequate use of personnel to reduce equipment downtime, improve efficiency, control costs, and anticipate further improvements.
• Supports area team concepts and cooperative efforts among all refinery groups and departments
• Lead technically during the hand overing of the constructions.
• Initiate PRs for construction and maintenance related activities.

Technical Oversight and Quality Control

• Ensure all construction activities adhere to technical specifications, safety standards, and humanitarian guidelines.
• Monitor construction progress, conduct regular site inspections, and address any technical challenges or delays.
• Supervise and coordinate all aspects of building and/or remodeling assigned construction efficiently and safely.
• Verify the quality of materials and workmanship, ensuring compliance with approved designs and standards.
• Maintain build schedules, schedule inspections, coordinate daily site work and activities, maintain quality standards, and ensure house(s) are completed by the scheduled move-in day.

Team Management and Capacity Building

• Supervise and support construction teams, including contractors, skilled laborers, and community volunteers.
• Provide technical training and guidance to local staff and community members to enhance their construction skills and ensure sustainability.
• Promote gender equality and inclusion by ensuring equitable participation of women and marginalized groups in construction activities.
• Train volunteers in the safe usage of tools and equipment to prevent both injuries and damage.

Coordination and Collaboration

• Works regularly with project managers, engineers, and planners to define construction work package breakdown structure, requirements of work package content, and priority of package development.
• Work closely with the Health, Nutrition and WASH teams to ensure construction activities align with program objectives, and beneficiary needs.
• Liaise with local authorities, UN agencies, and other stakeholders to obtain necessary approvals and ensure compliance with local regulations.
• Engage with refugee and host communities to address concerns, gather feedback, and ensure culturally appropriate designs.

Logistics and Resource Management

• Works with Supply Chain to identify and obtain resources (equipment, materials, and contractors). Reviews contractors’ credentials in the established qualification process. Support receiving material through inspection.
• Oversee the procurement, storage, and distribution of construction materials and equipment.
• Ensure efficient use of resources and minimize waste.
• Maintain accurate records of materials, equipment, and expenditures.

Safety and Risk Management

• Implement and enforce safety protocols to protect workers, beneficiaries, and the environment.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to construction activities, including security concerns and environmental impacts.
• Inform any injury incidents with the security focal and other respective focal.

Additional activities

• Support other areas of the MTI projects as requested or needed to ensure efficiency and quality of care to all.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment,
• Support safeguarding of program participants and employees through promoting an environment of awareness and upholding the code of conduct provisions of Medical Teams Protection from Sexual Exploitation & Abuse, Child & Vulnerable Adult protection, and harassment-free workplace policies.

Education/Licenses and certification

• BSc/MSc in Civil engineering or construction technology management

Experience;

• At least three years of experience working in a related profession and have at least one year of experience working in local or international NGO.

Knowledge, Skill and Abilities

• Self-motivated and Desire to serve others
• Respectful towards other cultures
• Able to establish relationships easily
• Team player
• Flexible under changing conditions
• Able to cope with basic working conditions
• Culturally aware and able to adjust
• Secure and at ease with professional skills
• Coaching/teaching skills
• Comfortable with basic data management and consolidation
• Planning and organizational skills
• Mentoring skills

PHYSICAL CONDITIONS

• This position requires frequent travel to health facilities located in remote areas with very basic living conditions.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Achieving our mission begins with how we build our team and work together. Through our commitment to enriching our organization with people of different origins, beliefs, backgrounds, and ways of thinking, we are better able to leverage the collective power of our teams and solve the world’s most complex challenges. We strive for a culture of trust and respect, where everyone contributes their perspectives and reaches their potential as individuals and teams and collaborates to do the best work of their lives. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a journey, and we are committed to learning, listening, and evolving to become more diverse, equitable and inclusive than we are today. As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive work environment, team members are expected to adhere to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Policies.

Safeguarding & Code of Conduct

Medical Teams International is committed to ensuring that all individuals we come into contact with through our work, whether team members, community members, program participants or others, are treated with respect and dignity. We are committed to the core principles regarding prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse laid out by the UN Secretary General and IASC. We will not tolerate child abuse, sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment by or of our team members. As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive work environment, team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner, respect local laws and customs, and to adhere to Teams International Code of Conduct Policies and values at all times. Team members are required to complete mandatory Children and Vulnerable Adult Protection Policy, Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy Training upon hire and on an annual basis.

NOTE: The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by staff assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of staff in this position. Duties, responsibilities, and skills are also subject to change based on the changing needs of the job, department, or organization. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by Medical Teams International as the requirements of the job change.