Applications are invited from suitably qualified Ghanaian Nationals for the post of WASH Specialist (WinS) (National Officer Category).

•   Post Level: NO-C
•   Duty station: Accra
•   Duration: 2 years
•   VNNo.:VN-15-07
•   IMIS#:  GHA 15012
•   Type of Contract Fixed-Term

JOB PURPOSE
Under the general guidance of the Chief of WASH, the WASH Specialist (WinS), will direct, lead and manage the WASH in Schools component of WASH programme. S/he will be accountable for formulation, design, planning, implementing, monitoring and evaluation of the WinS programme to ensure overall efficiency and effectiveness of the programme management, delivery and accomplishment of programme goals and objectives.    '

Main Duties and Responsibilities

•   Direct, lead and manage the WinS component of WASH programme, accountable for formulation, design, planning, implementing, monitoring and evaluation of the WinS programme to ensure overall efficiency and effectiveness of the programme management, delivery and accomplishment of programme goals and objectives
•   Enhance effective programme, sectoral or inter-sectoral, planning, development and management by leading, guiding, coordinating and supporting the timely completion of the Situational Analysis and its periodic update through accurate and complete monitoring and analysis,and the timely preparation or finalisation of sectoral input. Ensure inclusion and delivery on sectoral leadership responsibilities including leadership and facilitation of the IASC WASH Cluster.
•   Promote knowledge management / sharing and technical input or recommendations on major programme directions and on introduction of new initiatives in the country. Promote the quality of rights-based WASH programme and programmes through participation in the formulation of programme/project goals, strategies and approaches. Bring coherence, synergy and added value to programme management processes using a results-based management approach to planning and design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation. Responsible for the development of the sectoral work plan and technical decisions as well as for project management, implemen-tation and monitoring of assigned project/sectoral activity, in compliance with the defined project strategies and approaches. Support maintenance of information system for monitoring gender/sex disaggregated data
•   Participation in major evaluation exercises, programme reviews and annual sector review meetings with government counterparts. Ensure the preparation of annual WASH sector status reports. Ensure adequate and transparent evaluation of emergency preparedness and response.
•   Collaborate with Communication and Programme Communication groups to ensure development of effective communication materials and strategies to support advocacy, social mobilisation and emergency efforts.
•   Promote the organisation goals of UNICEF through advocacy and policy dialogue through active engagement in communication, networking and participation at every opportunity inside and outside UNICEF, leveraging the strength of UNICEF mission, goals and programmes, and reference to the WASH strategy.
•   Coordinates with Operations and Supply staff on supply and non-supply assistance activities ensuring proper and timely UNICEF and Government accountability. Certifies disbursements of funds, monitors and submits financial status reports to management in compliance with the regulations and guidelines

Qualification Required & Experience

Education

•   Advanced university degree in one of the disciplines relevant  to   the   following  areas:   Public   Health, Civil Engineering,Education,Mechanical Engineering,Geology, Hydrology, Sanitation Engineering, or a field relevant to international WASH related development assistance. Additional training in Health Education or Communication for Development (Programme Communication), an asset.

Work Experience

•   Five years of progressively responsible professional work experience in the UN or other international development organisation, national government or the private sector field work experience.
•   Background/familiarity with Emergency (preparedness and response) and the IASC Cluster approach.

Language Proficiency
Fluency in English required. Knowledge of local working language of the duty station and another UN working language an asset.

Competency Profile

•   Core Values (Required)
Commitment
Diversity and Inclusion
Integrity
•   Core Competence (Required)
Communication [II]
Working with People [I)
Drive for Results [I]
•   Functional Competencies (Required)
Formulating Strategies and Concepts (I)
Analysing [II]
Applying Technical Expertise [II]
Leading and Supervising [II]
Deciding and Initiating Action [I]
Relating and Networking

Other Skills and Attributes

•   Essential Technical Knowledge in the latest theories, principles and methods in the following areas: Community based sanitation i.e.: hygiene education or latrine construction and waste management. Water supply projects management
•   Excellent analytical, negotiating, communication (both verbal and written) and advocacy skills.
•   Supervisory, Leadership and managerial skills.
•   Initiative and resourcefulness. Proven ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with other team members and partners, with sensitivity,in a multicultural.multi-ethnic environment.
•   Gender equity and diversity awareness
•   Effective coordination skills, networking and influencing
•   Knowledge of computer management and applications

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

If you have experience working in a similar capacity and want to make an active and lasting contribution to build a better would for children and match the profile outlines, send a brief application letter supported by detailed curriculum vitae, UN Personal History form (which can be downloaded from:
http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/index_apply.html . Applicants are requested to indicate the title of the position they are applying for. Applications should be hand delivered or sent through the post:

The Human Resources Officer
UNICEF
P. O. BOX 5051
Accra-North

Closing Date: 17 February, 2015

QUALIFIED FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE ESPECIALLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
NOTE: UNICEF IS A SMOKE FREE ENVIRONMENT!!!