Applications are invited from suitably qualified Ghanaian Nationals for the post of WASH Officer (Sanitation Marketing) (National Officer Category)
VN No.: VN-14-06
Post Level: NO-B
IMIS #:
Type of Contract: Temporary Appointment
Duration: 364 days

Job Purpose:
Under the general guidance of the WASH Specialist (Accra/Tamale), the WASH Officer (NOB) is accountable to provide support for the implementation of sanitation marketing and urban sanitation interventions; support the achievement of planned objectives of the work plan, aligned with country Programme goals and strategy.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide support for the implementation of the following activities in the target regions:

•   Technology assessment of sanitation facilities under construction under CLTS programmes and the development of minimum standards for latrine construction
•   Assessment of business solutions for sanitation supply services and development of operational guidelines for implementation. Training programmes on SanMark

Ensure the effective roll- out of sanitation marketing interventions in target regions as part of the Rural Sanitation Model and Implementing Strategy (RSMS) through support for private sector capacity strengthening.

Support to develop the enabling environment for sanitation marketing activities in the target regions and districts by ensuring the successful implementation of the following:

•   Regular recognition/certification of sanitation businesses
•   Regulation and coordination of sanitation businesses
•   Establishment of a system of capacity building for SanMark businesses
•   Regular updates of SanMark monitoring information in the Basic Sanitation Information System.
•   Regular reviews of SanMark activities and action planning

Ensure that an equity perspective is integrated in all sanitation marketing interventions resulting in services reaching the poorest and most vulnerable in the target regions.

Support the implementation of SanMark and complementary sanitation behaviour change communication interventions in small towns/peri urban/urban communities in project regions and districts.

Qualification Required & Experience

Education
University degree, preferably advanced university degree in Civil Engineering, Sanitary Engineering, Project Management or a related field of study. Additional qualification in Business Administration/Management is an asset.

Work Experience
Minimum of two years progressively responsible professional work experience in community based sanitation. Professional work experience in programme management function or a technical expert capacity in sanitation and marketing.

Language Proficiency
Fluency in English required. Knowledge of local working language of the duty station and another UN working language an asset.

Competency Profile:

Core Values (Required)

•   Commitment
•   Diversity and Inclusion
•   Integrity

Core Competencies (Required)

•   Communication
•   Working with People
•   Drive for Results

Functional Competencies (Required)

•   Formulating Strategies and Concepts
•   Analysing
•   Applying Technical Expertise
•   Learning and Researching
•   Planning and Organizing

Other Skills & Attributes:

•   Very good planning and organizing skill and strong drive for result
•   Ability to formulate strategies and concepts
•   innovation and Analytical skills
•   Effective coordination skills, networking and influencing
•   Good communication and report writing skills
•   Knowledge of computer management and applications
•   Ability to work in a team and under pressure

Location: Accra and Tamale

How To Apply For The Job

If you have experience working in a similar capacity and want to make an active and lasting contribution to build a better world for children and match the profile outlines, send a brief application letter support by detailed curriculum vitae, UN Personal History form (which can be downloaded from http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/p11.doc) and photocopies of other supporting documents to:

HRghana@unicef.org

OR mail to:

The Human Resources Officer
UNICEF
P. O. Box 5051
Accra-North

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

QUALIFIED FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE ESPECIALLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

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