GUYANA RED CROSS SOCIETY

Improved water, sanitation & hygiene conditions for Hinterland Communities

Job Description Position Title: Watsan Hardware Officer Reporting to: Guyana Red Cross Society Project Coordinator (PC) French Red Cross Head of Delegation (FRC HOD Job Location: Region 1 (Moruca) 70% travel in the subdistrict communities Purpose: The Guyana Red Cross Society in collaboration with the French Red Cross (FRC) seeks a qualified and motivated Watsan Hardware Field Officer (WH) to support a European Commission ACP EU Water Facility and FRC funded Project. The Improved, water, sanitation and hygiene conditions for Hinterland communities project will be carried out in the Moruca and Mabaruma Sub-districts of Region 1 for a period of 45 months. The Watsan Hardware Officer will be responsible for coordinating the hardware aspects of the project (Construction of water and sanitation structures) and the training and formation of the water committees. He or she will also need to carry out basic support functions for the office, such as petty cash management, purchasing, etc. The Watsan Hardware Officer will work with an Assistant and in close cooperation with the Hygiene Promotion and Community Participation Field Officer (HPCP) and Assistant to supervise a group of up to 30 volunteers. He or she will support HPCP team in disseminating hygiene messaging in the target communities. He or she will represent the GRCS in meetings with relevant stakeholders in the region. The position will be based in the Moruca, Region 1 and is for the period of 43 months. General duties applicable to all: Uphold the principles of the Red Cross/Red Crescent Movement Work towards the achievement of the project goals through effective lateral relations and teamwork Ensure understanding of roles; responsibilities, lateral relationships and accountabilities Build up an atmosphere of respect and trust within the project team Build and maintain effective professional working relationships with government authorities, humanitarian/development organizations and community members. Specific Duties and Responsibilities Work closely with the Hygiene Promotion Officer for the correct implementation of the PHAST (participative hygiene and sanitation transformation) and CLTS (community led total sanitation) methodologies by the volunteers in the project villages. Once the PHAST and CLTS projects have produced the community plans, supervise and monitor the implementation and construction of the water and sanitation infrastructure selected by the community (wells, rainwater harvesting, boreholes; VIP latrines, pumps, etc). Take the leading role in assisting the creation and training of the water committees that will be formed in each village. As necessary, assist the HPCP Field Officer in the design and implementation of the hygiene promotion programme based on the outputs of the PHAST and CLTS methodologies Supervise and monitor the volunteers (up to 30) involved in the project. Regular field visits to the target villages in the region will be an important part of this task.
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GUYANA RED CROSS SOCIETY

Improved water, sanitation & hygiene conditions for Hinterland Communities

Carry out basic financial; admin and logistics tasks (petty cash, purchasing, etc) at the base level as directed by the GRCS PC and in collaboration with the Finance and Logistic Officer (FinLog) located in Georgetown. Work closely with and keep informed all regional stakeholders; including government authorities, local NGOs and community groups. Organize and implement training for community volunteers, including the areas of, PHAST, CLTS, hygiene promotion, WASH technical training, etc. Assure that field reporting for the project is correctly implemented including data entry and analysis. Additionally, submit situation reports to the GRCS PC as directed. Understand and comply with Red Cross Movement fundamental principles, in addition to assisting volunteers and other staff in understanding and complying with the principles. Participate in any training workshops organized by the GRCS PC to improve the knowledge of staff. Be ready to assist the GRC PC, GRCS staff and FRC staff with other tasks not specifically mentioned above. Job Requirements and Qualifications
Required:

Two years experience in construction of water or sanitation systems and/or equivalent experience in the civil construction sector. The candidate should possess knowledge of basic construction techniques in masonry, plumbing and carpentry. Good communication skills and ability to train volunteers, to strengthen local capacity and share knowledge with community members. Practical experience in implementing projects with community participation and volunteer support. At least 3 CXC/CSEC subjects, inclusing Math and English. Knowledge of computers (Windows, spreadsheets, work processing, e-mail). Proven good planning, communication, reporting and organization skills.
Preferred:

Previous experience in community based work with NGOs and/or international organisations in the fields of water and sanitation Experience in hygiene or health promotion Firsthand knowledge of Moruca, Region 1 Valid boat license/drivers licence (Van/Manual Transmission) Flexibility, Adaptability, and Motivation Interested Candidates should mail and/or email their CVs and letters of motivation to the following addresses; the applicants intended position, phone number; mailing address and email address should be clearly noted;
Project Coordinator Watsan Guyana Red Cross Society MORUCA BRANCH OFFICE, MORUCA, REGION 1; GUYANA OR Project Coordinator Watsan Guyana Red Cross Society MABARUMA BRANCH OFFICE MABARUMA, REGION 1 OR Project Coordinator Watsan Guyana Red Cross Society BARRACK STREET, EVE LEARY KINGSTON, GEORGETOWN

Applications can be e-mailed to: pc.watsan.grcs@gmail.com

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