WASH Technical Officer at Amref Kenya

Amref Health Africa in Kenya is the country programme office of Amref Health Africa, Africa’s largest International Health NGO. This is the largest and oldest country programme in Africa with an average annual budget of USD 40million. We have 19 innovative products and project models that have successfully been implemented and transformed 5.4 million l...

 

WASH Technical Officer

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND
  • Experience4 years
  • LocationKajiado
  • Job FieldEngineering / Technical 

Job Description

Technical Expertise and Support

  • Support in identification and engagement of potential franchisees as per the WaterStarters selection criteria 
  • Conduct site assessments and feasibility studies for WASH infrastructure projects (e.g., water supply systems, sanitation facilities, hygiene promotion infrastructure).
  • Develop detailed engineering designs, drawings, and specifications for WASH infrastructure, including water sources, treatment systems, distribution networks, and sanitation facilities.
  • Prepare Bills of Quantities (BOQs) and cost estimates for project activities.
  • Ensure designs comply with national and international standards and best practices.
  • Oversee the construction and installation of WASH infrastructure, ensuring quality control and adherence to project plans.
  • Supervise contractors and subcontractors, providing technical guidance and monitoring their performance.
  • Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, identify challenges, and implement corrective actions.
  • Ensure that projects are completed within the agreed timeframe and budget.
  • Manage material procurement and logistics.

Stakeholder Engagement and Capacity Building

  • Engage with franchisees, community members and local authorities to ensure their participation in project planning and implementation.
  • Provide technical training and support to franchisees and community members on the operation and maintenance of WASH infrastructure.
  • Support in training of community health volunteers on health promotion using project approved strategies Promote hygiene education and awareness within the project area.
  • Work with local authorities to ensure the long-term sustainability of the projects.

Monitoring and Evaluation

  • Support in development of monthly, quarterly and annual reports per organization and donor requirement 
  • Keep the Project coordinator regularly updated on all issues related to the project activities.
  • Support in monitoring franchisees financial performance and provide advise on optimizing water sales.
  • Follow up with franchisees to ensure timely remittance of monthly payments as stipulated in their respective franchise agreements

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Environmental Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, or a related field.  
  • A minimum of 4 years of experience in WASH project implementation, preferably in an NGO setting
  • Proven experience in designing and supervising the construction of WASH infrastructure.
  • Strong understanding of water supply, sanitation, and hygiene principles and practices.
  • Proficiency in using engineering design software (e.g., AutoCAD, WaterCAD, EPANET).
  • Knowledge of relevant national and international standards and guidelines.
  • Possess skills in proposal and report writing, project cycle management and participatory monitoring and evaluation of projects.
  • Experience in community engagement and capacity building.
  • Experience with borehole drilling, rehabilitation and solar powered water systems
  • Having a good geo-political understanding of the county will be an added advantage.

Competences

  • Able to deliver quality work within tight deadlines with minimal supervision.
  • Hard working and results oriented.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to Amref Kenya on jobs.smartrecruiters.com to apply

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