Junior WASH Technician Non-profit Careers – Lifewater International

Job
Title:         
 Junior
WASH Technician
Organisation: Lifewater
International
Duty Station:  Uganda
Reports to: WASH
Technician     
About US:
Lifewater
International is a Christian water development organization dedicated to
effectively serving vulnerable children and families by partnering with
underserved communities to overcome water poverty. Motivated by our faith in
Jesus Christ, we serve the least and last as a demonstration of God’s
unconditional love for all people. Lifewater serves all people, regardless of
religion, race, ethnicity, or gender.
Job Summary:  The Junior WASH Technician will support the
WASH Technician in hardware and water committee implementation and monitoring
in primary schools and villages. This includes regular monitoring of water
committees and hardware (water sources and school latrines), monitoring and
oversight of ongoing construction, and supporting the WASH Technician in daily
activities. All monitoring will use AKVO forms.
Key Duties and Responsibilities: 
  • Work with WASH Technician and Program Manager to create a detailed
    quarterly monitoring schedule for water committees, water sources, and
    school hardware that is efficient and effective.
  • Support WASH Technician in providing direct oversight of
    construction to ensure the highest quality of work.
  • Assist the WASH Technician as needed with the following tasks:
  • Verifying contributions of Water Committees or School Committees for
    hardware contributions
  • Procurement process and logistics
  • Supervising daily workers and contractors during construction of
    hardware
  • Fixing of sign posts and hardware IDs
  • Support in strengthening supply chain management in the program area
    by connecting with hardware dealers with Water Committees and Hand Pump
    Mechanics through provision of pricelist of spare parts and the parts
    suppliers
  • Document any lessons learned and share with WASH Technician and
    Program Manager
  • Accurately capture all monitoring and oversight data will be
    recorded digitally using AKVO
Maintenance Phase:
  • Perform monthly monitoring phone calls to Water Committees to
    encourage and measure sustainability
  • Perform quarterly monitoring visits to water sources, following-up
    with WASH Technician to address any problems identified
Personnel:
  • Submit weekly 15/5 and timesheet to supervisor.
  • Participate in weekly one-on-one supervision meetings with
    supervisor.
  • Participate in regular staff and skype meetings.
  • Perform other tasks as required.
Key Indicators:
  • Monitoring 100% of Water Committees in maintenance phase by monthly
    phone calls with all data entered into AKVO
  • Monitoring 100% of water points in person on a quarterly basis with
    all data entered into AKVO
  • 90% of water committees are functional
  • 90% of water points are functional

Qualifications, Skills and Experience: 
  • The applicant for the Lifewater International Junior WASH Technician
    job must hold a Diploma/Degree in one of the following fields: – Water
    Engineering; Civil Engineering, Hydrogeology, Environmental Engineering,
    Sanitation Engineering, Construction Management or related Engineering
    field. Additional training in Water quality testing, drilling, supervision
    of contractors is an added advantage
  • Two years of experience in delivering rural safe water solutions.
  • Basic experience with smart phones and computing skills.
  • Ability to work independently and with teams to produce high quality
    results in a multi-cultural setting.
  • Must be a committed Christian, active in a local church
  • Commitment to the mission, vision, and core values of Lifewater
    International
  • Flexible and adaptable to changing environments
  • Honest and dependable in all areas, including finances
  • Strong desire to work in and serve rural communities
  • Ability and willingness to ride a motorbike in rural areas
  • Knowledge of the local languages (Lusoga/Luganda) is an added
    advantage
  • Willingness  to reside within
    the area of jurisdiction  after
    appointment
How to Apply:
All candidates are
encouraged to apply online at the link below.
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