Purpose of the Position
Under the general guidance of the Chief of WASH, you will be responsible for the development, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of emergency WASH programme in the Darfur region and provide leadership to ensure UNICEF functions as the lead agency in the field.
Key Expected Results
Ensure the preparation of the Situation Analysis with substantive data and its periodic update. Formulate emergency and regular programme goals and objectives for Drafur within the context of Core Commitment for Children and UNICEF commitment to children and women.
Co-ordinate with sector partners and the UNICEF’s sub-offices to facilitate the formulation and development of programme goals, strategies and approaches for the UNICEF plan of cooperation. Plans, implements and monitors assigned activities. As the lead agency for the sector, develop goals, strategies and approaches for the sector programme in the Darfur regions in coordination with all sector partners and monitor its implementation.
Undertake regular field visits, and surveys in order to monitor and evaluate project implementation. Identify weakness and constraints and proposes remedial action. Identify alternative courses of action, to accelerate /improve programme delivery effectively and efficiency.
Qualifications of Successful Candidate
Advanced University Degree in Civil Engineering with specialization in water and sanitation management and implementation, or related technical field.
Eight years progressively responsible professional work experience at the national and international levels in programme planning, management, monitoring, and evaluation, in a related field.
Current knowledge of the latest developments and technology, in the field.
Proven ability to conceptualize, develop, plan and manage programmes, as well as to impart knowledge and teach skills.
Leadership and teamwork abilities.
Good analytical, negotiating, communication and advocacy skills.
Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-cultural environment and establish harmonious and effective working relationships both within and outside the organization.
Computer skills, including internet navigation and various office applications.
Fluency in English and another UN language required. Knowledge of the local working language of the duty station is an asset.
Competencies of Successful Candidate
Communicates effectively to varied audiences, including during formal public speaking.
Able to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment.
Sets high standards for quality of work and consistently achieves project goals.
Has good leadership and supervisory skills; co-ordinates group activities, ensuring that roles within the team are clear.
Analyzes and integrates diverse and complex quantitative and qualitative data from a wide range of sources.
Identifies urgent and potentially difficult decisions and acts on them promptly; initiates and generates team- and department-wide activities.
Translates strategic direction into plans and objectives.
Quickly builds rapport with individuals and groups; maintains an effective network of individuals across organizational departments.
Demonstrates, applies and shares expert technical knowledge across the organization.
UNICEF is committed to diversity and gender equality in its workplace. Women and nationals of developing countries are strongly encouraged to apply.
If you are dedicated and passionate about making a lasting difference for children, the world’s leading children’s rights organization would like to hear from you. Visit us at www.unicef.org/employ to register in our new e-Recruitment system and to apply to this vacancy, quoting E-VN-2010-000137. Applications must be received by 12 February 2010.
Please note that only candidates who are under serious consideration will be contacted.
In the selection of its staff, UNICEF is committed to gender balance and diversity without distinction as to race, sex or religion, and without discrimination of persons with disabilities: well qualified candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
