World Vision International is a Christian Relief, Development and Advocacy organization dedicated to working with children, families and their communities worldwide to reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty and injustice. For over three decades, World Vision has been working with rural communities in all 10 Administrative Regions of Ghana to provide portable water, promote sanitation and hygiene practices, quality education and enhance food security.

Job Summary

To provide managerial and technical guidance, planning, supervision, monitoring & evaluation of all field operations including hydrogeological / geophysical investigations, drilling and installations of water systems from surface and groundwater sources whilst ensuring a comprehensive and up-to-date hydro-geological data base.

The Package

•   The position is based at Savelugu, Northern Region with some level of domestic travel.
•   S/He reports to the Project Manager.

Key Responsibilities

•   Develop Annual Work plans for the major operational components i.e. Geophysical investigation / siting, drilling, pumping test, water quality analysis, concrete pad / Apron Construction and Hand Pump installation with the right synergy and linages to ensure logical workflow.
•   Provide a coordinated professional support to all field teams through their respective leaders.
•   Assess the equipment/ machinery needs of the field team/ Construction Technicians and ensure that they are adequately in good condition
•   Build the capacity of ADP Managers and DF’s for WASH to have working knowledge and understanding of the technical aspects of WASH.
•   Support the GIS and DM&E Officers to develop Progress implementation and evaluation tracking tools for the Project.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Master’s Degree Geology, Hydrogeology or other Environmental and Earth Science related discipline.
•   At least five (5) years’ experience in similar role
•   Knowledge in GIS, Maps & Graphs designs presentations
•   Professional technical skill desired (certification)
•   Experience in the following areas would be a strong advantage: Hydrology sciences, Ghana WASH M&E framework, WV Field monitoring System, Mobile phone M&E, etc.
•   Good written and verbal communication skills
•   Ability to use both quantitative and qualitative data in program design and reporting
•   Excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Publisher & Access, Web design as well as statistical packages (i.e. SPSS, etc)
•   Must have working knowledge in ArcGIS and  good in database management
•   Must possess a valid driver’s license.
•   Must be a committed Christian, able to stand above denominational diversities.

Location: Savelugu, Northern Region

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants who meet the above criteria should send their application letters and CV quoting only the Job Position in the subject line to

Ghana@wvi.org

Closing Date: 05 December, 2014

•   As a Child focused organisation, World Vision is committed to the protection of children and does not employ staff whose background is not suitable for working with children.
•   All employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks, including criminal record checks where possible.

World Vision is an equal opportunity employer.