ISLAMIC RELIEF SOMALIA: JOB DESCRIPTION
Opportunity -Vacancy Advertisement:
JOB TITLE: Hygiene Promoters (1) position ( Open to Somali National only)
DEPARTMENT: Operation
BASE LOCATION: Baidoa
Closing Date 11/4/2020
CONTRACT LENGTH: ) 12 Months with possibility of extension based on Performance and availability of funds
REPORT TO: Wash Officer
LINE MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES: None
JOB SUMMARY
Under the supervision of WASH Officer, the Hygiene Promoter will participate in hygiene campaigns, door to door hygiene promotion. S/he prepares written material and clear and adapted messages for the beneficiaries. S/he distributes hygiene items and is able to prepare hygiene promotion plans. The Hygiene Promoters may support other WaSH activities as well**
Key Duties and Responsibilities
o Organize implementation of WASH; Water, Hygiene & Sanitation campaigns in project target populations.
o Responsible to train communities on good hygiene and sanitation practices (hold hygiene promotion sessions).
o Supervise program beneficiaries working both in Baidoa district.
o Plan activities according to the expected progress of the project based on program work plan (quarterly plan/objectives; monthly plan and weekly movement planning).
o Apply the project’s follow-up and supervision tools; monitor and evaluate impact of IRS support on beneficiaries.
o Ensure quality programming through capacity building.
o Participate in weekly base meetings and reporting achievements/constrains (every Sunday).
o Undertake hygiene promotion campaign and other behavior change communication within the IDPs and the poor host communities.
o Able to understand solid and liquid waste managements within the IDP camps
o Participate and support the communities, IDPs and the beneficiaries undertaking hygiene campaign in the project area
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KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY
Ø Organize implementation of WASH; Water, Hygiene & Sanitation campaigns in project target populations.
Ø Responsible to train communities on good hygiene and sanitation practices (hold hygiene promotion sessions).
Ø Supervise program beneficiaries working both in Baidoa district.
Ø Plan activities according to the expected progress of the project based on program work plan (quarterly plan/objectives; monthly plan and weekly movement planning).
Ø Apply the project’s follow-up and supervision tools; monitor and evaluate impact of IRS support on beneficiaries.
Ø Ensure quality programming through capacity building.
Ø Participate in weekly base meetings and reporting achievements/constrains (every Sunday).
Ø Undertake hygiene promotion campaign and other behavior change communication within the IDPs and the poor host communities.
Ø Able to understand solid and liquid waste managements within the IDP camps
Ø Participate and support the communities, IDPs and the beneficiaries undertaking hygiene campaign in the project area
SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS
Strong communication skills, used to speak in front of an audience and able to work dynamically with children and adults
QUALIFICATIONS
Ø Bachelor in Public Health, Social sciences, Education or related fields
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
Ø Experience in hygiene promotion minimum(2years)
Ø Work experience with local communities, children and vulnerable people
Ø Experience in community mobilization and participation
Additional job responsibilities
Ø Identify and inform the WASH officer of any problems or constraints
Ø Participate in weekly report writing
Ø Provide support to the all program staff in the implementation of program activities.
Ø Submit reports on weekly, monthly and quarterly basis to the WASH officer
Ø Organize for implementation of Hygiene & Sanitation campaigns
Ø Support program staff in collecting data and reports per project needs.
Ø Promote systematically IRW mandate and humanitarian principles to others stakeholders/partner agencies at all times.
Equal Opportunities
Islamic Relief is equal opportunity All, however encourages female candidates to apply
How to apply
How to Apply
Qualified persons with the required skills are invited to submit their applications (most updated CV , cover letter, Academic Qualifications and copy of your passports with 3 referees from your previous/or current employer to the email
With subject line as application for the position of – Hygiene Promoters –Baidoa Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
More Information
- Job City Baidoa
