Medecins Sans Frontieres (Doctors Without Borders)
Position: WATSAN Supervisor
Industry: Company Non-profit / Humanitarian Aid
Employment Type: Contractor
Placement: Sokoto, Sokoto State
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Job Description
Medecins Sans Frontieres (Doctors Without Borders) is seeking candidates for a position in WATSAN Supervisor based in Sokoto, Sokoto State. If you are interested in this opportunity, please review the details below.
Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is the world's leading independent international medical relief organization, implementing and managing medical projects in close to 72 countries worldwide. MSF is a worldwide movement of 25 associations, 24 sections, 17 offices, and 6 operational entities. Our work focuses on emergency medical and humanitarian relief. We are guided by the principles of independence, neutrality, and impartiality, as described in the MSF Charter. We implement our medical programs in areas where no health or sanitary systems exist, or where health structures are overwhelmed by the needs of populations.
For 50 years, MSF has been providing medical assistance to people affected by armed conflicts, natural disasters, disease epidemics, malnutrition crises, and other emergencies. We offer medical and humanitarian assistance to people based on their needs, irrespective of race, religion, gender, or political affiliation. We observe neutrality in situations of conflict and impartiality in the name of medical ethics. To ensure our independence, the majority of our funding is provided by private donations from members of the public. Additional funding may come from foundations, governments, and international institutions.
The main objective and responsibility of the WATSAN Supervisor position is to support the Water, Hygiene, and Sanitation (WATSAN) Manager in the implementation and supervision of WATSAN activities, including tools and materials employed according to MSF standards and protocols. This role aims to improve the health and living conditions of the target population.
Job Detail
Responsibilities
- Ensure the day-to-day implementation and administration of assigned WATSAN activities at the project level, including water supply, excreta disposal, waste management, vector control, and dead bodies management.
- Ensure that MSF procedures and protocols are followed by the WATSAN teams to guarantee the operational quality of the project.
- Ensure the maintenance and repair of technical equipment in the project to guarantee adequate running of WATSAN activities.
- Ensure the distribution of materials and tools used in water treatment, hygiene, and sanitation, including physical organization and inventory of stocks, receiving and processing orders, and checking monthly consumptions.
- Support the WATSAN Manager in ensuring appropriate emergency preparedness and response capacity, including physical verification of stocks, contacts, transport means, and staff training.
- Participate in emergency activities or exploratory visits as required.
- Support the WATSAN Manager in team planning, including staff rosters, HR processes, and providing all required reporting.
- Plan and supervise HR processes for staff under supervision, including recruitment, training, performance evaluation, task definition, and communication.
- Participate in data collection and reporting as required.
- Participate in the assessment of health facilities in preparation for vaccination interventions.
- Design a waste management flow for vaccination interventions.
- Ensure availability and proper functioning of components such as safety box reducer, water supply, and temporary waste storage facilities for safe waste management.
- Handle any mass vaccination-generated wastes that cannot be treated by incineration, such as vials and ampoules.
- Support training of vaccination teams on waste management and Infection, Prevention, and Control (IPC).
- Ensure day-to-day waste management is done correctly, including segregation, storage, transportation, and disposal/treatment.
- Relate well with the Ministry of Health (MoH) through supportive supervision and capacity building.
- Conduct regular meetings to discuss waste management challenges and propose solutions.
- Support logistics, including checking the condition of the cold chain during mass vaccination campaigns.
- Ensure availability of WATSAN materials and equipment for mass vaccination campaigns.
- Ensure a water provision circuit for handwashing and drinking water during campaigns.
- Report any challenges immediately to the supervisor.
- Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.
Job Requirements
Before applying, please take the time to thoroughly review and comprehend the job requirements outlined below. Ensuring that you meet all the specified criteria will significantly enhance your candidacy for the WATSAN Supervisor position at Medecins Sans Frontieres (Doctors Without Borders):
Qualifications
- Technical Diploma, desirable specialization in water and sanitation.
- Previous experience in technical works and organizing multiple activities, preferably within MSF or a similar work environment.
Education Requirements
- Technical Diploma in Water and Sanitation.
Experience Requirements
- Previous experience in technical works and organizing multiple activities, preferably within MSF or a similar work environment.
Skills
- Results and Quality Orientation
- Teamwork and Cooperation
- Behavioral Flexibility
- Commitment to MSF Principles
- Stress Management
- Computer literacy
Salary, Benefits and incentive
Provided below are the offerings in terms of salary, benefits, and incentives awaiting you in the role of WATSAN Supervisor at Medecins Sans Frontieres (Doctors Without Borders):
Salary
NGN 5,000,000 - 8,000,000 per-Year.
Job Benefits
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development opportunities
Incentive Compensation
- Performance-based bonuses
- End-of-year bonuses
Date posted: July 12, 2024
Posted on: Sokoto
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Apply NowThe WATSAN Supervisor will support the Water, Hygiene, and Sanitation Manager in the implementation and supervision of WATSAN activities. The role includes ensuring the proper functioning of water supply, excreta disposal, waste management, vector control, and dead bodies management. The WATSAN Supervisor will also support emergency preparedness and response activities, train and manage staff, and participate in data collection and reporting.
