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WASH TEAM LEADER (INT10751)

 

Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.

  • Do you have a degree in engineering (such as civil, and architecture who can lead technical assessment and develop BoQs) or in public health/WaSH?

 

  • Do you have a Minimum of 5 years of working experience in I/NGO settings?

 

  • Do you have experience demonstrated experience in leading WASH (PHP & PHE) projects in contexts involving IDPs, Returnees, and vulnerable affected host communities?

 

If the answer is yes, then we would like to hear from you.

 

The Role:

 

Oxfam {affiliate/} is looking for WASH TEAM LEADER who involves direct management of support staff and MEAL staff, providing people management and day-to-day support at the sub-office. However, those staffs will have matrix reporting (close and day-to-day support) to Mekelle’s department heads to ensure adequate oversight and support in delivering the program.

 

What we are looking for:

 

We’re looking for a candidate who cares about Oxfam's mission to end poverty and is personally aligned to our feminist principles and values of empowerment, accountability and inclusion in all you do.

 

An ideal candidate for the role will also be/have:

 

ESSENTIAL

  • University degree in engineering (such as civil, and architectures who can lead technical assessment and develop BoQs) or in public health/WaSH-related subject or environmental health science from a recognized academic institution.
  • Minimum of 5 years of working experience in I/NGO settings.
  • Demonstrated experience in leading WASH (PHP & PHE) projects in contexts involving IDPs, Returnees, and vulnerable affected host communities.
  • Fluency in local language and English (written and verbal)
  • Experience in Monitoring/management of projects.
  • Demonstrated skills in coordination with internal/external stakeholders.
  • Strategic thinking, proactive in anticipating problems, and open communication.
  • Good demonstrable understanding of WASH particularly public health engineering
  • Purpose-driven, results-focused approach who takes responsibility for her/his actions and holds us accountable. Able to travel to field locations up to 60%

 

We offer:

 

We offer a competitive salary and a range of additional benefits to staff including flexible working options, a generous pension scheme, annual leave, additional leave allowances, company sick pay, life assurance, and a range of other benefits. 

 

From the day you join Oxfam, we invite you to stretch and learn in your role. Our wide range of Learning & Development opportunities includes in-house courses, e-learning modules, on-the-job learning opportunities, coaching and mentoring, and much more. 

 

You can read more about all Oxfam has to offer here.

 

Flexfam:

 

We believe flexible working is key to building the Oxfam of the future, so we’re open to talking through the type of flexible arrangements that might work for you. This is a full-time role; however, Oxfam offers various flexible arrangements that candidates can discuss with the Recruiting Manager at the interview stage.

 

How to apply:

 

As part of your online application, please upload your up-to-date CV and Cover Letter explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile. 

 

Females and Locals are highly Encouraged to Apply.

 

Our values and commitment to safeguarding

 

Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults and beneficiaries with whom Oxfam GB engages. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

 

The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organisation.

 

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. Oxfam GB also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.  In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.

 

We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

 

About us

 

Oxfam is a global community who believe poverty isn’t inevitable. It’s an injustice that can be overcome. We are shop volunteers, women’s right activists, marathon runners, aid workers, coffee farmers, street fundraisers, goat herders, policy experts, campaigners, water engineers and more. And we won’t stop until everyone can live life without poverty for good.

 

Oxfam GB is a member of international confederation of 21 organisations working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries. 

 

A thriving diverse Oxfam:

 

It’s people power that brings about change. To play our part as a global organisation working to overcome poverty and inequality, we need equality, diversity and inclusion across our community of staff, partners and volunteers. Together, we’re committed to becoming a more diverse workforce, better able to tackle the global challenges that face our world today.

 

To do that:

  • We need to dismantle the unequal power structures that exist everywhere, this including Oxfam and the wider development and charity sectors.
  • We need an inclusive Oxfam where everyone can bring who they are to our work and feels celebrated for the differences they bring.
  • We want and need everyone, and that means we need you.

 

 

 


 
  • Location:
    Ethiopia - Mehoni, Ethiopia - Shire
  • Hours:
    37.5
  • Salary:
    as per the organization salary
  • Region:
    HECA
  • Job Family:
    Programme
  • Division:
    International
  • Grade:
    National D1
  • Job Type:
    Fixed Term
  • Closing Date:
    15 November 2024
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