VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT Issued on: 21 October 2014
ORGANIZATIONAL LOCATION: UN-Habitat, Urban Basic Services Branch
DUTY STATION:Mwanza, Tanzania
FUNCTIONAL TITLE: Project Manager - Sanitation Project
GRADE: SB-5
POST DURATION: 1 year (Renewable)
CLOSING DATE: 31 October 2014
Organizational Setting and Reporting
The
United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) is the agency
for human settlements mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote
socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities. UN-Habitat
helps the urban poor by transforming cities into safer and healthier
places with better opportunities. It works with organizations at every
level, including all spheres of government, civil society and the
private sector. This post is located in the Urban Basic Services Branch.
Responsibilities:
Under the direct supervision of the Leader of the WATSAN Unit, the Project Manager will oversee implementation of tasks under an Agreement between European Investment Bank (EIB) and UN-Habitat on the Sanitation in Informal Settlements and Schools WASH components of the LVWATSAN –Mwanza project. S/He will also work in close collaboration with the Project Management and Master Planning consultants on the project, the main institutional stakeholders (viz., Mwauwasa, the Mwanza Municipal/Illemella City Council) and other project partners. Specifically, the Project Manager will undertake the ff:
1. Facilitation and set-up of Management and Coordination bodies and Stakeholder Engagement Process;i) Assist prepare and operationalise an MoU between MWAUWASA and the Mwanza City/Illemella Municipal Councils; Facilitate the set up of: a Sanitation Project Committee; a Sanitation Task Force (STF) for the project; and other specific mechanisms/bodies for the project; ii) Oversee the WASH National Project Officer to: prepare and facilitate adoption of a stakeholder engagement plan; set up and operationalise Multi Stakeholder Forums (MSFs) in the towns for the project; iii) Collaborate with the project team to procure relevant implementation oriented NGO(s) for community self-enumeration and mobilisation
2. Programme Management of the Sanitation Investments in Mwanza:i) Cooperate with the institutional stakeholders to identify 3 priority communities for pilot sanitation interventions and an initial group of schools for improved school WASH; ii) Introduce LVWATSAN experience, regional/international best practice for non-standard sanitation solutions; iii) Collaborate with MWAUWASA to supervise the Master Plan consultant to: Plan and prepare engineering designs and procurement plan for the sanitation pilots; Prepare a Design Manual for sanitation in schools, public places and low income/informal areas; Prepare detailed sanitation strategy/implementation plan for the city of Mwanza; iv) Provide advise on baseline surveys, master planning and long term investment planning; v) Explore and establish business models for sanitation; vi) Lead the STF to manage the sanitation investments; vii) Track and record lessons during implementation; viii) Assist the PMU/sanitation project team select consultants for surveys, designs and tender documents for the target locations, and works supervision; xi) Advise MWAUWASA/PMU on procurement strategies, and engagement of partner(s)/contractors for small work contracts
3: Capacity Building for Sanitation Planning and Delivery, Reporting and information dissemination:i) Appraise the potential sanitation capacity and awareness gaps in the city level institutions and community structures; ii) Organise on-the-job training and workshops for MWAUWASA, City authorities and MoW in sanitation planning, implementation and community engagement; iii) Develop hygiene education and awareness promotion in the communities and schools; iv) Assist organise and implement arrangements for post project sustainable operations and maintenance; v) Organise dissemination of lessons from the project to relevant stakeholders; vi) Oversee sub-contracts to specific local experts and NGOs for sanitation delivery in consultation with EIB; vii) Collaborate with MWAUWASA to undertake a Mid-term/Final Review and update the Sanitation Design Manual and Sanitation Strategy; viii) Oversee the preparation of all project/technical reports, publications and other publicity Documents .
Under the direct supervision of the Leader of the WATSAN Unit, the Project Manager will oversee implementation of tasks under an Agreement between European Investment Bank (EIB) and UN-Habitat on the Sanitation in Informal Settlements and Schools WASH components of the LVWATSAN –Mwanza project. S/He will also work in close collaboration with the Project Management and Master Planning consultants on the project, the main institutional stakeholders (viz., Mwauwasa, the Mwanza Municipal/Illemella City Council) and other project partners. Specifically, the Project Manager will undertake the ff:
1. Facilitation and set-up of Management and Coordination bodies and Stakeholder Engagement Process;i) Assist prepare and operationalise an MoU between MWAUWASA and the Mwanza City/Illemella Municipal Councils; Facilitate the set up of: a Sanitation Project Committee; a Sanitation Task Force (STF) for the project; and other specific mechanisms/bodies for the project; ii) Oversee the WASH National Project Officer to: prepare and facilitate adoption of a stakeholder engagement plan; set up and operationalise Multi Stakeholder Forums (MSFs) in the towns for the project; iii) Collaborate with the project team to procure relevant implementation oriented NGO(s) for community self-enumeration and mobilisation
2. Programme Management of the Sanitation Investments in Mwanza:i) Cooperate with the institutional stakeholders to identify 3 priority communities for pilot sanitation interventions and an initial group of schools for improved school WASH; ii) Introduce LVWATSAN experience, regional/international best practice for non-standard sanitation solutions; iii) Collaborate with MWAUWASA to supervise the Master Plan consultant to: Plan and prepare engineering designs and procurement plan for the sanitation pilots; Prepare a Design Manual for sanitation in schools, public places and low income/informal areas; Prepare detailed sanitation strategy/implementation plan for the city of Mwanza; iv) Provide advise on baseline surveys, master planning and long term investment planning; v) Explore and establish business models for sanitation; vi) Lead the STF to manage the sanitation investments; vii) Track and record lessons during implementation; viii) Assist the PMU/sanitation project team select consultants for surveys, designs and tender documents for the target locations, and works supervision; xi) Advise MWAUWASA/PMU on procurement strategies, and engagement of partner(s)/contractors for small work contracts
3: Capacity Building for Sanitation Planning and Delivery, Reporting and information dissemination:i) Appraise the potential sanitation capacity and awareness gaps in the city level institutions and community structures; ii) Organise on-the-job training and workshops for MWAUWASA, City authorities and MoW in sanitation planning, implementation and community engagement; iii) Develop hygiene education and awareness promotion in the communities and schools; iv) Assist organise and implement arrangements for post project sustainable operations and maintenance; v) Organise dissemination of lessons from the project to relevant stakeholders; vi) Oversee sub-contracts to specific local experts and NGOs for sanitation delivery in consultation with EIB; vii) Collaborate with MWAUWASA to undertake a Mid-term/Final Review and update the Sanitation Design Manual and Sanitation Strategy; viii) Oversee the preparation of all project/technical reports, publications and other publicity Documents .
Competencies
Professionalism: Knowledge and understanding of approaches relevant to low cost sanitation services provision in slum settlements. Ability to identify, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. Demonstrates professional competence, is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observes deadlines and achieves results; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
Communication: Speaks/writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, has interest in having two-way communication; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; genuinely valuies others’ ideas and expertise; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
Planning & Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
Professionalism: Knowledge and understanding of approaches relevant to low cost sanitation services provision in slum settlements. Ability to identify, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. Demonstrates professional competence, is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observes deadlines and achieves results; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
Communication: Speaks/writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, has interest in having two-way communication; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; genuinely valuies others’ ideas and expertise; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
Planning & Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
Education and Experience
Candidates should have an advanced degree in Civil/Municipal Engineering, Urban Planning, Environmental studies, or in a related field in the WASH sector with an understanding of the specific needs and conditions for the delivery of sanitation services to low-income areas and slums. A first level degree in combination with relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced degree. Candidates must have a minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in the sector, and skills in project/programme development and management
Candidates should have an advanced degree in Civil/Municipal Engineering, Urban Planning, Environmental studies, or in a related field in the WASH sector with an understanding of the specific needs and conditions for the delivery of sanitation services to low-income areas and slums. A first level degree in combination with relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced degree. Candidates must have a minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in the sector, and skills in project/programme development and management
Language
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in spoken and written English and Kiswahili is required. Knowledge of a second UN language is an advantage.
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in spoken and written English and Kiswahili is required. Knowledge of a second UN language is an advantage.
Assessment Method
Evaluation of qualified candidates for this position may include a substantive assessment which may be followed by a competency-based interview.
Evaluation of qualified candidates for this position may include a substantive assessment which may be followed by a competency-based interview.
How to apply:
All applications should be submitted with subject heading to:
Ms. Helda Wandera,
Urban Basic Services Branch, UN-Habitat;
P.O. Box 30030, 00100, Nairobi – Kenya;
E-mail: Helda.wandera@unhabitat.org;
Urban Basic Services Branch, UN-Habitat;
P.O. Box 30030, 00100, Nairobi – Kenya;
E-mail: Helda.wandera@unhabitat.org;
Deadline for applications: 31 October 2014
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