Principali compiti e responsabilità
A. Assessment
•Participate in conducting assessments and in defining the resources required for effective program implementation. Participate in the planning, implementation, and conception of the activities
•Liaise with PM to identify weekly and monthly priorities and develop movement plan
•Raise delays, challenges, and needed resources for smooth implementation
•Compile and revise data collected from Collective Shelters and WASH implementation sites and share feedback with PM
•Participate in the development of tools
•Participate in the development and update of SOPs
B. Project Implementation
•Plan and supervise the implementation of the WASH activities according to the set objectives and AVSI standards
•Make sure the objectives for the activities under his/her responsibility are achieved and the deadlines are met
•Partake in the whole WASH activities implementation process from Technical Assessment to implementation and monitoring
•Regularly visit the activities’ sites
•Identify and anticipate any risks and constraints related to the WASH activities and propose alternate strategies to the Project Manager
•In collaboration with the WASH Project Manager and the field assistants, adapt the beneficiary selection methodology as necessary, in particular, the beneficiary selection criteria
•Assess the relevance of activities, the effectiveness of interventions, and their appropriateness in light of changing circumstances and the needs of populations, propose adjustments to programs if necessary
•Prepare requests using AVSI’s financial tools and follow orders in collaboration with the logistics department
•Support the Project Manager with the assessment of human needs, logistical and financial resources needed at different stages of the activities
•Ensure that the safety of persons and equipment at intervention/project sites is guaranteed
•Partake in the updating of tools for monitoring financial, logistical and operational activities (Operational Follow-Up, Project Planning Monitoring, Budget Follow-Up, indicators follow-up)
C. Team management:
•Ensure proper capacity building of the field assistants and volunteers in regards of activities and tools
•Prepare the planning of the team under his/her supervision
•Organize regular meetings with field assitants.
•Manage and support the team under his/her responsibility
•Identify any training needs and implement training activities in accordance with operational requirements
•Participate in the development of the WASH team’s capacities
•Prepare weekly attendance, movement plan, with weekly and monthly implementation plans
D. Monitoring and Evaluation:
•In collaboration with the WASH Project Manager and the MEAL team adapt the monitoring and evaluation tools and methodologies as necessary
•Support the monitoring and evaluation surveys conducted by the Field assistants with the support of MEAL
•Report on progress to his/her line manager and team, flag any difficulties encountered in project implementation, and propose improvements or reorganization depending on needs
•Complete regular visits to the field to ensure proper implementation of activities, determine gaps and follow up on implementation by the field teams
•Undertake monthly analyses and transmit the analyzed data to his/her line manager
•Ensure proper archiving of all the documents, tools and training materials of activities
E. Reporting
•Ensure timely and accurate reporting of all field activities to the Project Manager using the required formats, databases, and platforms
•Compile, verify, and submit project progress information from field teams, raising any issues affecting implementation immediately
•Prepare administrative documentation for authorities, partners, and beneficiaries, and contribute to drafting donor reports, annexes, and MEAL referral updates
•Support the preparation of reports, and schedules related to project activities progress
Requisiti essenziali
•Minimum 4 years of professional experience in humanitarian coordination or development programs, including:
+WASH programming (rehabilitation works, water systems, WASH facilities implementation)
+Team supervision and performance management of field staff
+Stakeholder engagement with municipalities, water establishments, and community structures
+Experience with distributions and field operations involving contractors
+Demonstrated experience in technical assessments, preparation of BOQs, and basic design review.
+Familiarity with MEAL processes, including data collection tools and beneficiary verification.
+Experience in procurement requests and coordination with logistics departments.
+Strong knowledge of safety standards, construction quality control, and risk mitigation in field operations.
•Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Architectural Engineering.
•Fluency in English (spoken and written); Arabic is a strong asset.
•Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Competenze ed esperienze richieste
•Strong technical capacity in WASH infrastructure implementation, construction quality, and risk mitigation.
•Proven leadership, team supervision, and problem-solving skills in dynamic field environments.
•Excellent coordination, communication, and stakeholder engagement abilities.
•High commitment to compliance with humanitarian standards, safeguarding, and accountability principles.
*AVSI reserves the right to request information from previous employers regarding any disputes, safeguarding concerns, investigations, or disciplinary actions, and to require the candidate to provide criminal and civil records, for the purpose of assessing the worker’s professional suitability for roles involving contact with vulnerable individuals, including children and adults.***
** AVSI applies the principle of inclusiveness and non-discrimination in its selection process, ensuring equal opportunities regardless of sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, gender, marital status, religious belief, disability, or belonging to protected classes.