Water Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH) Technical Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in the management and implementation of the WASH Technical Program in the National office
• Provide leadership in the designing and adaptation of the WASH sector under Integrated Health and WASH Technical Program
• Advise on implementation of approved WASH project models
• Accountable to assess and track quality of implementation and alignment to standards, government policies and TP/DIP plans.
• Conduct activities to assess quality in the field, solicit community and stakeholder feedback
• In collaboration with the finance unit, ensure planning and budgeting, project funding, expenditures and process are aligned and operating smoothly
• Lead the setting-up of the technical standards to be adhered to by all implementing staff and partners
• Approve the technical detailed implementation plans
• Prepare and produce technical program reports for dissemination to various stakeholders
• Review and approve all the technical reports prepared from the field
• Work closely with Strategy & Program Effectiveness unit to develop practical tools in monitoring and evaluation of the Technical Program
• Develop operating business plan for the technical area in collaboration with the other technical managers and departments
• Work with the MEAL function to ensure quality programming, innovative designs, monitoring, evaluation, reflection, learning and reporting of all projects in the WASH program
• Promote research, documentation and scaling up of best practices
• Ensure the development of the WASH capacity to focus strategically on initiatives which generate high quality programming leading to measurable and sustainable development
• Ensure proper management and stewardship of donor and organizational resources
• Ensure that findings and recommendations from various accountability mechanisms such as Peer Review, Operational and Finance Audits, Program evaluations, Program
• Capability Review, are acted upon in a timely and effective manner
• Develop departmental risk register, ensure its implementation to mitigate risks and ensure accountability
• Monitor the implementation of WASH audit recommendations
• Develop proposals for WASH grants
• Track accountability to WASH specific grants
• Provide support to RAM in responding to appropriate request for applications for bilateral and multilateral sources in coordination with relevant SOs and management of grant funded program
• In collaboration with the Resources Acquisition & Management Team, develop and market quality concepts, proposals, partner profiles and capacity statements to increasing funding portfolio for the technical program and related grants
• In coordination with RAM Department develop annual growth plans for the technical program area in line with the National Office strategy.
• Actively engage in funding negotiations with support offices and coordination with RAM Department and in alignment with Regional Grants Acquisition & Management Strategy & the Regional Working Group Decision
• Provide advice on donor management (government/private donors and support offices) ensuring proper resolutions
• Provide support to RAM in responding to appropriate request for applications for bilateral and multilateral sources in coordination with relevant SOs and management of grant funded program
• Actively participate in the “Go / No-go” decision making process and ensure that all risks are addressed consistently.
• Develop and maintain a national level Stakeholder Register, (that include Strategic Government Departments, Development Partners, Private Sector, Faith Based Organizations, Civil Society Organizations)
• Networking with national WASH stakeholders
• Representing NO at sector-related forums
• Attending regional, national and local meetings as appropriate
• In coordination with Program Effective and Impact Director and Support Offices, develop and maintain pro-active relationships with bilateral and multilateral representatives in the country.
• Maintain effective communications and pro-active relationships with Support Office partners, including visits by donors.
• In coordination with the Program Effective and Impact Director, develop and maintain good relationships with national government ministries, other NGOs and the development sector in general.
• In coordination with the Senior Management Team ensure implementation of Partnership initiatives, capacity building of national office staff and knowledge sharing within the NO.
• In coordination with the PE&I Director, and program staff, participate in national level coalitions on specific advocacy issues.
• In the spirit of twin citizenship, contribute to knowledge sharing and collaborative learning through internal avenues such annual reflection forum
• Model a high standard of personal Christian leadership, ministry and integrity through lifestyle and work relationships that support spiritual development of the team.
• In close collaboration with P&C, ensure right program staff are recruited, retained, and provided with intentional opportunities, mentored and coached for development.
• Assess and plan for staff capacities/competencies.
• Engage appropriate SMEs for identified training gaps
• Facilitate capacity building of staff on technical modules, through trainings, workshops, OJT, technical backstopping etc.
• Staff supervision and guidance to ensure overall quality and comprehensive management of technical program
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time

Knowledge/Qualifications For The Role

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering/Water Engineering.
• Registered and current member of EBK and IEK. Professional Engineers (PE) are highly encouraged to apply as this will be an added advantage.
• Master’s degree in a Management or WASH relevant profession.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience of progressive leadership in WASH programs with a thorough understanding of all areas of project management cycles in a complex, international development organization especially in development and Relief Projects. 5 years should have been at a managerial level.#
• Proven experience in water supply, improved operational efficiency, GIS, Operation and Maintenance of water project, and implementation of water supply sustainable models.
• Experience in Monitoring and Evaluation tools, indicator tracking and reporting and general quality assurance in project implementation.
• Prior experience in engaging with donors, government institutions e.g. WASREB, WSTF etc and other WASH related civil societies on non-construction WASH related interventions.
• Expertise in onsite rural Sanitation and Hygiene works, Water resource management, rangeland management, disaster Risk Management and water safety plans for WASH projects. This includes Water Quality Testing, Monitoring and reporting.
• Good experience in construction contract project design and management.
• Excellent English communication skills (both oral and written).
• Knowledge and application of auto/arch CAD, Epanet and GIS
• Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office and Microsoft Outlook
• Ability to take initiative as team leader & able to work with minimum supervision
• Experience working at community level; community engagement skills