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Action Against Hunger is the world’s hunger specialist and leader in a global movement that aims to end life-threatening hunger for good within our lifetimes. For 40 years, the humanitarian and development organization has been on the front lines, treating and preventing hunger across nearly 50 countries. It served more than 21 million people in 2018 alone.

We are recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Deputy Head of Department: WASH

Location: Maiduguri, Borno
Employment Type: Full time
Department: Programmes – WASH
Experience: Senior Manager / Supervisor

Company Overview & Job Description
Action Against Hunger (Action Contre la Faim – ACF) began operations in Nigeria in 2010 in response to the high rate of chronic malnutrition in Northern Nigeria, focusing on integrated programming and looking at the Nutrition for children, pregnant and lactating mothers. In 2011, we expanded our work to begin implementing nutrition development projects in Jigawa and in Yobe. Following the crises in Northeast Nigeria, we further expanded our operations in Borno State in 2014 in response to the crisis to address the Nutrition, Health, Food security & livelihoods, WASH, and shelter needs of conflict-affected communities. We are operational in 11 Local Government Areas of Borno, 12 in Yobe and 3 in Jigawa.

ACF is looking for a Deputy Head of Department for our WASH programs in Borno state. The job holder will ensure the proper coordination/integration between all ACF WASH (Regular Program and Emergency intervention) and other sector programs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Ensure effective integration and coherence of ACF’s WASH activities – technical designs, constructions, capacity building – in accordance with the ACF country strategy and the national RUWASA and Ministry of Water Resources.
  • Support WASH HOD to ensure that programs are harmonized, standardized and in line with the  ACF protocols and tools
  • Analysis of the WASH situation in Borno state.
  • Assist the WASH HOD in overseeing the work of WASH sector managers in order to ensure good compliance of activities within the objectives of the mission and of proposals – this includes regular visits to the teams in the field in order to evaluate achievements; to discuss the constraints encountered, the possible solutions and to make recommendations for current and future programs
  • Develop/revise HR structure and plan for ACF WASH department in Nigeria
  • Guarantee the technical quality of the construction activities (respect of ACF and RUWASA designs and guidelines)
  • Review and update technical designs for construction of water and sanitation facilities
  • Review construction BOQs, designs and validating them
  • Represent ACF in relevant meetings and conferences when requested.
  • Participate in in-country relevant meetings related to WASH, including meetings with donors, partners and governmental bodies
  • Encouraging the collaboration with other sector agencies Support to ACF advocacy activities related to WASH issues (follow up on advocacy plans, press releases)
  • Participation/organize in weekly coordination team meetings and any other general team or strategy meetings
  • Follow up of WASH program budgets in liaison with the  finance team and program managers, to ensure budget expenditure is in line with program objectives and timeline in collaboration with WASH HoD
  • Prepare bi-weekly WASH updates
  • Revision and compilation of field team reports, including narrative, Monthly ACF WASH report to be sent to WASH HoD– which includes an overview of the WASH situation in Nigeria, external coordination update, achievements for the past month and objectives for the following month
  • Prepare handover or End of Mission reports as necessary.

Position Requirements

  • Post-graduate-level education in a technical field, preferably in civil/environmental engineering or in another relevant field such as architecture/construction management, public health etc
  • At least 5+ years of experience in construction, managing construction/WASH programs in underdeveloped/crisis contexts.
  • Knowledge of humanitarian principles, Sphere and HAP Standards and other international humanitarian WASH guidelines.
  • Technical design skills using AutoCAD or Arch CAD,
  • Proposal development and reporting skills
  • Good anticipation, planning skill, especially in changing work contexts.
  • Problem-solving ability; ability to enforce procedures
  • Experience communicating in different cultural work environments & with a wide diversity of culture
  • Willingness and ability to travel to the field for program monitoring and supportive visits.

Minimum Basic Salary
575,072 Naira monthly.

Application Closing Date
12th February, 2021.

Note: Action Against Hunger provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

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Action Against Hunger works to save lives by combating hunger and diseases that threaten the lives of vulnerable communities, through nutrition, food security, water and sanitation, health and advocacy.

Action Against Hunger saves lives while building long-term strategies for self-sufficiency:

  • Lifesaving impact in 45+ countries
  • 6,500+ field staff assisting more than 14.9 million people in 2015
  • 35+ years of expertise in contexts of conflict, disasters and food crises

Our global efforts save hundreds of thousands of lives each year, but millions of malnourished children remain in need of lifesaving treatment.

Why Our Work Matters

Deadly malnutrition claims the lives of 1 million children each year, even though it’s:

  1. PREDICTABLE: We know where and when to expect acute malnutrition
  2. PREVENTABLE: We know how to help children stay healthy
  3. TREATABLE: Therapeutic ready-to-use foods can help save millions
  4. AFFORDABLE: Just $45 can provide a child with lifesaving treatment

You can trust Action Against Hunger. Here’s why:

  • Highest four-star rating from Charity Navigator, ten years in a row
  • Listed as an “A”-rated organization by CharityWatch
  • We're accountable, meeting all 20 Better Business Bureau standards
  • Earned Guidestar's Gold Participant Seal for our commitment to transparency
  • Awarded the “Best in America” seal by the Independent Charities of America

What Others Are Saying

Don’t take it from us: here’s what others have to say of our work:

“Action Against Hunger is a NGO that is action oriented. I can truthfully say that they deliver services to those in need and are very present on the ground. They make lasting positive change in the lives of people. I worked for them in four countries and have a good understanding of how they work.”

– Holimata, Great Nonprofits Review

“Action Against Hunger is in war-torn countries that many fear to tread. They are technical people… that forgo the comforts of modern life to assist local populations and refugees at the most fundamental level in the most dangerous locales. They provide nutrition, healthcare, sanitation, and food sustainability. They train populations to be self-sufficient. Although these dedicated men and women want to eliminate the need for their services, humanity is not willing and forces them to witness the most heinous actions.”

– President Nelson Mandela, Recipient, Action Against Hunger Humanitarian Prize 2004

“As a field worker and a partner... I recommend Action Against Hunger as an effective and important organization. Through their integrated approach and expertise in nutrition, food security and water, sanitation and hygiene they are saving lives and improving them for years to come in some of the poorest parts of the planet.”

– Water Advocate, Great Nonprofits Review, Dec. 8, 2011

“Action Against Hunger—the title speaks for itself. This is a remarkable organization with a staff of energetic, enthusiastic and deeply committed people who are determined to make a difference to the lives of thousands of people. There are millions who do not have access to clean water, food, health services or education. They are condemned to a grinding life of poverty with no choices. Action Against Hunger is changing this. Their training programs are improving the quality of life and health and, above all, bringing hope to thousands in underdeveloped countries. I commend them for their outstanding work and welcome the opportunity to express my support.”

– Desmond Tutu, Archbishop Emeritus, Recipient, Action Against Hunger Humanitarian Prize 2006

“I’ve been covering humanitarian crises since the early 1990s and have often been impressed by the work of Action Against Hunger. They are among the first to respond when tragedies unfold, and they work to ensure that communities have a fighting chance to get back on their feet... The nightly news can often seem overwhelming, but it’s important to remember there are effective ways to fight hunger and overcome poverty, and along with groups like Action Against Hunger, you can become part of the solution.”

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Action Against Hunger is the world’s hunger specialist and leader in a global movement that aims to end life-threatening hunger for good within our lifetimes. For 40 years, the humanitarian and development organization has been on the front lines, treating and preventing hunger across nearly 50 countries. It served more than 21 million people in 2018 alone.

We are recruiting to fill the position of:Job Title: Deputy Head of Department: WASHLocation: Maiduguri, Borno Employment Type: Full time Department: Programmes - WASH Experience: Senior Manager / Supervisor
Company Overview & Job Description Action Against Hunger (Action Contre la Faim - ACF) began operations in Nigeria in 2010 in response to the high rate of chronic malnutrition in Northern Nigeria, focusing on integrated programming and looking at the Nutrition for children, pregnant and lactating mothers. In 2011, we expanded our work to begin implementing nutrition development projects in Jigawa and in Yobe. Following the crises in Northeast Nigeria, we further expanded our operations in Borno State in 2014 in response to the crisis to address the Nutrition, Health, Food security & livelihoods, WASH, and shelter needs of conflict-affected communities. We are operational in 11 Local Government Areas of Borno, 12 in Yobe and 3 in Jigawa.ACF is looking for a Deputy Head of Department for our WASH programs in Borno state. The job holder will ensure the proper coordination/integration between all ACF WASH (Regular Program and Emergency intervention) and other sector programs.Key Responsibilities
  • Ensure effective integration and coherence of ACF’s WASH activities - technical designs, constructions, capacity building - in accordance with the ACF country strategy and the national RUWASA and Ministry of Water Resources.
  • Support WASH HOD to ensure that programs are harmonized, standardized and in line with the  ACF protocols and tools
  • Analysis of the WASH situation in Borno state.
  • Assist the WASH HOD in overseeing the work of WASH sector managers in order to ensure good compliance of activities within the objectives of the mission and of proposals - this includes regular visits to the teams in the field in order to evaluate achievements; to discuss the constraints encountered, the possible solutions and to make recommendations for current and future programs
  • Develop/revise HR structure and plan for ACF WASH department in Nigeria
  • Guarantee the technical quality of the construction activities (respect of ACF and RUWASA designs and guidelines)
  • Review and update technical designs for construction of water and sanitation facilities
  • Review construction BOQs, designs and validating them
  • Represent ACF in relevant meetings and conferences when requested.
  • Participate in in-country relevant meetings related to WASH, including meetings with donors, partners and governmental bodies
  • Encouraging the collaboration with other sector agencies Support to ACF advocacy activities related to WASH issues (follow up on advocacy plans, press releases)
  • Participation/organize in weekly coordination team meetings and any other general team or strategy meetings
  • Follow up of WASH program budgets in liaison with the  finance team and program managers, to ensure budget expenditure is in line with program objectives and timeline in collaboration with WASH HoD
  • Prepare bi-weekly WASH updates
  • Revision and compilation of field team reports, including narrative, Monthly ACF WASH report to be sent to WASH HoD– which includes an overview of the WASH situation in Nigeria, external coordination update, achievements for the past month and objectives for the following month
  • Prepare handover or End of Mission reports as necessary.
Position Requirements
  • Post-graduate-level education in a technical field, preferably in civil/environmental engineering or in another relevant field such as architecture/construction management, public health etc
  • At least 5+ years of experience in construction, managing construction/WASH programs in underdeveloped/crisis contexts.
  • Knowledge of humanitarian principles, Sphere and HAP Standards and other international humanitarian WASH guidelines.
  • Technical design skills using AutoCAD or Arch CAD,
  • Proposal development and reporting skills
  • Good anticipation, planning skill, especially in changing work contexts.
  • Problem-solving ability; ability to enforce procedures
  • Experience communicating in different cultural work environments & with a wide diversity of culture
  • Willingness and ability to travel to the field for program monitoring and supportive visits.
Minimum Basic Salary 575,072 Naira monthly.

Application Closing Date 12th February, 2021.

Note: Action Against Hunger provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

2021-02-13

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