Country: South Sudan
Closing date: 31 Mar 2014
Juba, South Sudan - The WASH Program Manager is responsible to manage and coordinate all water, sanitation, and hygiene activities in areas managed by the Emergency Response Team. This includes supervising the current integrated water, sanitation, and hygiene program, as well as developing new programming opportunities. The WASH Program Manager may also be called upon to provide broader technical assistance in water and sanitation for Samaritan’s Purse (SP) in other parts of the country.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• To manage and oversee the work of the national Water and Sanitation technicians, hygiene coordinator, trainers, and other WASH staff. • To assist with project planning and development. • To assist with planning of project budgets and ensure appropriate expenditure of budgets in respect with donor requirements. • To supervise and monitor the implementation of the water and sanitation project. Due to the nature of the Emergency Response Team, substantial remote management will be required. Excellent organization, management and communication skills are required. • To ensure that all project reporting is completed in a timely and accurate manner. • To liaise with all internal and external counterparts of the project. • To actively pursue contracts with local government officials and with NGO and UN representatives as needed. • To ensure the WASH sector representation of SP South Sudan through various coordination meetings and contacts with various partners. • Attend daily morning devotions and participate in prayer support for the ministry, its donors and volunteers. • Maintain a strong Christian witness to colleagues, vendors, charitable beneficiaries, and the general public. • Assess, manage, and report critical physical, emotional, or spiritual concerns of supervised staff.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in a relevant field such as Civil or Environmental Engineering, Public Health, Hydrology, Geology, or International Development. • One year of college-level Biblical studies. • One to two years overseas experience managing and implementing programs. • Strong organizational and supervisory skills. Proven ability to work creatively and independently both in the field and in the office. • Proven ability to coordinate and manage staff, finances and project activities. • Highly motivated; with a desire to work with local communities. • Ability to work with culturally diverse groups of people. • Ability to travel and work in difficult conditions and under pressure. • Excellent spoken and written English language skills. • Be a strong team player and adept at creating a strong team spirit. • Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Programs and have strong mathematical and reasoning abilities.
12 month contract with the potential for renewal.
This is an unaccompanied assignment.
Mission Statement:Samaritan's Purse is a nondenominational evangelical Christian organization providing spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world. Since 1970, Samaritan's Purse has helped meet needs of people who are victims of war, poverty, natural disasters, disease, and famine with the purpose of sharing God's love through His Son, Jesus Christ. The organization serves the Church worldwide to promote the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ.
Distinct Objectives: The work of Samaritan’s Purse is marked by five distinct objectives, grounded in Scripture and biblical principles: Proclaim the Gospel - Exalt Christ and share the Gospel while working in His Name around the world Serve with Excellence - Exceed the world’s standard while serving the purposes of God’s kingdom Respond with Compassionate Action - Expedite our response to needs as the Lord reveals opportunities to minister Demonstrate Biblical Integrity - Exhibit character and integrity personally, at home and work Walk in Bold Faith - Expect God to do the impossible-- “God Room”
How to apply:
In order to apply, please go to http://www.samaritanspurse.org/our-ministry/employment-listings/, click on "International Positions," click on "WASH Program Manager, South Sudan (1993)" and click on "Apply Now" at the bottom of the page.