| Position Title | Water, Hygiene and Sanitation Assistant (Wash |
| Supervised by | Emergency Team Leader |
| Responding to | Emergency Team Leader |
| Duty Station | Gorom-Gorom |
| Area of ​​Operation | Burkina Faso |
| Period considered | 06 months |
| Type of Contract | National employment contract |
| Salary & Benefits | Non-management I |
Introduction
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) was founded in Denmark in 1956 and has since grown into an international humanitarian organization with more than 7,000 employees and 8,000 volunteers. Headquartered in Copenhagen, and present in 40 countries, the DRC is a non-governmental, non-profit, politically neutral and independent, non-denominational aid organization.
The Danish Refugee Council assists refugees and displaced people around the world: we provide emergency aid to these people, we fight for their rights and we strengthen their opportunities for a better future. We work in areas affected by conflict, as well as along displacement routes, and within the countries in which refugees settle. In cooperation with local communities, we strive to achieve responsible and sustainable solutions. We work for the successful integration of vulnerable communities and, where possible, the realization of their wish to return home.
Our vision is a life with dignity for all displaced people around the world. All our efforts are based on our moral compass: humanity, respect, independence, neutrality, participation, honesty and transparency.
Context
DRC has been present in Burkina Faso since 2013 with 6 field offices (Dori, Kaya, Ouahigouya, Djibo, Gorom -Gorom and Dédougou) and 1 country office in Ouagadougou. It mainly operates in the areas of protection, water, hygiene and sanitation, food security and livelihoods. The organization develops a community approach and seeks, through the implementation of multidisciplinary and cross-border projects, sustainable solutions for populations affected by the conflict – refugees, internally displaced people, host populations, vulnerable people.
With more than a million people internally displaced, around 30% of whom have been displaced for a year or more, the humanitarian community must constantly reflect on the perspectives to be implemented at the programmatic level in the short, medium and long term. . The DRC program in Burkina Faso focuses on the recovery and development of communities with a multi-sectoral approach.
About the position
The general objective of the position is to contribute to the implementation of project activities through the schedule which will be established by the Emergency Team Leader.
In addition, the latter must be available for any other DRC activity during his contract.
Responsibilities: (most important points)
- Participate with the emergency team leader in the preparation, planning, implementation of emergency activities selected for the project (construction of shelters, rehabilitation of shelters, rehabilitation of water points, construction of emergency latrines, implementation of hygiene promotion campaign, evaluations,)
- Regularly inform the emergency team leader on the status and progress of activities related to shelter, water, hygiene and sanitation (Shelter-Wash) issues and to the people involved (workers, local authorities, beneficiaries, local community, other humanitarian agencies , etc.).
- Monitor and supervise activity tracking records and documents
- Initiate stock outflow requests to submit to the manager,
- Ensure their rational use in the field, and their return if not used.
- Respect and apply the DRC Code of Conduct.
Contractual conditions
- National law contract
- Duration: 6 months
- DRC classification: Non-management I
- Base salary: 355,000 XOF
- Benefits: 13th month, Health insurance.
About you
Technical experience and skills (including number of years of professional experience)
- Have proven professional experience of at least 2 years in the WASH field in a humanitarian/community environment,
- Have experience in carrying out emergency washing activities (drilling, latrines, showers, water-trucking, chlorination, hygiene promotion campaigns);
- Have experience in implementing the rapid emergency response mechanism in collaboration with communities;
- Have experience working in NGOs on emergency and immediate recovery programs.
Training:Â (including certificates, permits, etc.)
- Bac + 2 in civil engineering, water science, environment or other equivalent diplomas
- Have a motorcycle driving license
- Have experience working in an NGO on emergency and immediate recovery programs
Languages:Â (indicate level of proficiency)
- Perfectly fluent French
- Mastery of local languages ​​Fulfuldé-Mooré-Tamachek
- Master computer tools (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.)
In this position, you must demonstrate the five essential skills of the DRC, namely:
Strive for excellence : you focus on achieving results while ensuring an efficient process. You strive to produce accurate, thorough and professional work with optimal use of time and effort.
Collaborate : You cooperate with and involve relevant parties, actively seeking their opinions and sharing key information with them. You support and trust others, while encouraging feedback.
Leadership : You take responsibility and prioritize your work based on the overall vision and goals of DRC. You take the initiative when faced with a challenge or opportunity and you seek innovative solutions.
Communicate : You write and speak effectively and honestly while adapting your style and tone to the situation. You actively listen to others and involve them in dialogue.
Demonstrate integrity: You respect and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to DRC’s values ​​and code of conduct, including protection against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment .
Application process
If you are interested, you can apply online by going to this site:Â https://job.drc.ngo/jobs/
Applications can only be made online, on the site indicated above. You must send your CV (3 pages maximum) online as well as a cover letter. The CV and cover letter will be in French
Applications made by post, by sending an email or by submitting a physical file will not be considered.
DRC provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits any practice of discrimination based on race, sex, skin color, religious affiliation, sexual orientation, age, marital status or other any disability situation. The DRC does not practice any discrimination in its recruitment processes. The feminine candidacies are deeply encouraged.
For more information about the Danish Refugee Council, please visit the organization’s website at drc.ngo .
Applications will close on November 15, 2023 at 23:59 GMT. However, it is possible for DRC to begin the recruitment process, even before the end of the publication of the offer, if an application meets the expectations and requirements of the position.
