Goal: To address immediate and medium term humanitarian and recovery needs of Iraqi IDPs and Syrian
refugees in KRI, WV will be operating in Kurdistan Region in Iraq (KRI), addressing immediate survival needs of
displaced Iraqis as well as Syrian refugees in Sulaymaniah, Dohuk and Erbil Governorates. Key sectors of the response
are envisaged to include Food assistance, Non Food Items, winterization, health – mobile clinics, Children in
Emergencies, Child Protection and WASH.
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
Provide support in the development, planning, implementation and monitoring of WASH projects in KRI. The
projects which are predominantly emergency response to the IDP crisis in Iraq involving the rehabilitation and
construction of WASH facilities and hygiene promotion in camp and non-camp settings.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
ROLE DIMENSION / DESCRIPTION End Results Expected TIME
SPENT
I. WASH Project Supervision 40%
Ensure BoQ is priced properly for pipe
extension project, pump installation, water
trucking and drilling boreholes for needed
work in Fayida
Assist in design and assist in tendering
documents
Review designs, specifications, BOQ and
conditions of contract issued by Water
Directorate and attend all site level
meetings with Contractor and Water
Directorate Engineers.
Provide supervision, technical assistance
and project management skills to local
staff within operational areas of KRI in
particular Fayida, Dohuk in coordination
with WASH Program Manager
Coordinate, manage resources and
implement WASH activities, including
constructing and rehabilitating water
supply and sanitation systems and
promoting good hygiene practices to IDPs
and host communities within operational
areas
Monitor and inspect private contractor
work at vital construction milestones per
project schedule
Conduct WASH rapid needs assessments
in the field.
As a result of the assessments, assist
with identification of specific project
locations, design and implementation of
appropriate WASH interventions with
coordination with Sector Manager.
Prepare specifications and documentation
for the procurement of key WASH related
supplies.
When required, Assist in establishing and
maintaining UN led coordination’s through
WASH cluster for WASH interventions
both at National and field level.
Prepare project technical reports, and
assist sector Manager in project proposals
and periodic reports.
Assist in facilitation of the promotion of
WASH program impact on and potential
for conflict between beneficiaries and non-
beneficiaries, and adjust program
accordingly
Develop design plans, working drawings,
technical specifications, bill of quantities
as per approved standards by the Ministry
of Water Resources and Irrigation and the
Ministry of Physical Infrastructure for all
construction works outlined on the project
designs for the said projects, including
emergency sanitation facilities.
Ensure that all WASH components are
implemented as per the project papers
and including: design, developing of bills
of quantities for water supplies,
emergency latrines, Emergency WASH
NFIs etc, as per identified needs and
within provisions of the project budget;
Develop, negotiate and manage contracts
with service providers (may include
preparation of tender documents for
purposes of soliciting bids/tenders from
contractors for the said project.
Assist in ensuring the close liaison and
consultation with IDP Communities
leaders during implementation of the
WASH services as per project document
requirement.
Assist in undertaking of the capacity
building of the various groups involved in
projects, including Household Sanitation
Committees, Water Committees,
Community Hygiene Promoters, in
aspects of Water Sanitation and Hygiene
in an emergency humanitarian situation.
Under take water quality (microbial,
physical and chemical) analysis of treated
water using potable water quality kit, as
per water quality technical guidelines
approved by the government/WHO and
other donors.
Coordinate and supervise implementation
works including managing construction
contracts.
Coordinate and participate in projects
start up meetings and end of Project
Evaluations
II. Work quality outputs and budget
controls
15%
Assist in establishing and oversight of
implementation of systems for efficiently
controlling the quality of technical works;
closely tracking works progress against
payment and work plans, and controlling
the quality of the final construction outputs
as per donor and user community
expectations.
Maintain construction budgets
components to ensure appropriate and
efficient use of resources in the project
and area of operation.
III. Coordination with local community
groups/ Government Departments/ Other
stake holders (Internal and External)
When required, in collaboration with
WASH Manager, Represent World Vision
at interagency coordination –
Representing the organization and
actively participate in the WASH Cluster
Meetings to review progress, as well as
attending state level WASH Cluster
meetings.
Coordinate day-to- day operation and
financial management of the construction
works and re-measured all implemented
works in the field in accordance with the
approved project work plans and liaison
with WASH Sector Manager.
Support in Liaising with beneficiary
community, WASH cluster and local
authorities in the selection of project sites
as per requirement of the project design.
When required and in collaboration with
WASH Manager, Represent WVI KRI
WASH projects on internal WV CoPs,
working groups within Syria Response
and outside
25%
IV. Reporting and communication 15%
Ensure that project documentation is
prepared, including weekly and monthly
project reports on implementation/
construction status, as per requirements
of World Vision
Conduct regular development inspections
highlighting potential area of concern
Support WASH Manager in liaising with
Finance and Grants team via Project’s
Camp Manager in tracking WASH
component project expenditure, reviewing
financial reports, and addressing queries
of related expenditure in timely manner
VI. Other 5%
a. Other tasks as requested by the Line
Manager and/or Response Manager
c. Safety and Security responsibilities
Responsible of own security and
actively contribute to a positive
security culture
Abide by the security policies and
procedures and report any incidents
or breaches to line manager and / or
security manager
100%
No. Direct Report: Positions
Supervised:
Other Reporting
Relationships
None
Annual Total
Budget
None
Decision Making
Authority
1. Types of decisions made without prior approval:
a. Decisions made within scope of work and within own Department’s scope
of work, in line with established policy and standards.
b. Routine decisions pertaining to work which occurs regularly or within pre-
established schedules/plans.
2. Types of decisions referred to higher authority or decisions
controlled by policy:
a. Programming decisions made within scope of approved operating plans.
b. Decisions which have an impact outside of area of work
c. Decisions falling outside of established guidelines and which impact the
NO or WVI.
d. Donor engagement decisions at a high level.
e. Decisions pertaining to funding which may impact the program.
Important Functional Relationships:
Contacts Reason & Nature of/for Contact
(e.g. Coordination, information,
influencing, coaching)
Frequency of Contact
(Daily, Weekly, Monthly)
WASH Team Line Management, Supervision,
Follow up, coaching, information
Daily
Programs and Operations Sector specific input,
coordination, influencing,
information sharing
Daily/Weekly
Local partners, government
officials, cluster groups
Liaison, influencing, fundraising As required
SMT Information, follow up,
coordination
As required
Ops Manager Coordination, Information
sharing, reporting
As required
Major Challenges:
Challenge Possible Approaches/Solutions
Project management of multiple, complex and
geographically dispersed projects.
Regular contact and close working
relationship with field staff to understand
needs manage issues as they arise.
Ensure all operations/programming staff
understand projects deliverables and
timeframes
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
(The following knowledge, skills, and abilities may be acquired through a combination of formal
schooling, self-education, prior experience, or on-the- job training.)
Education Bachelor’s degree in Civil / Environmental / Public Health
Engineering
Essential
Masters degree in above related fields Preferred
Knowledge & Skills Successful track record in project coordination in
particular with water infrastructure projects such as
boreholes and pumps.
Experience in working on Bill of Quantities and design
for water supply projects and construction of tank
reservoirs
Experience of working with cross-functional teams.
Working knowledge of English and ability to write
reports in english.
Experience in coalition building and ability to rally
coalitions and networks to take positions on specific
policy issues.
Ability to manage a wide range of work assignments
and changing priorities in high pressure and
demanding environment
Fluency in Arabic and Kurdish
Essential
Strategic, creative and innovative thinking.
Demonstrated understanding of the NGO sector, public
sector planning in MEER countries
– 1-3 years of experience focused in the management
of humanitarian programs involving rural communities
to promote humanitarian response.
Experience in project management and programming
knowledge in WASH in addition to Livelihoods.
Ability to work in high tension and high security risk
situations and be able to adapt to rapidly changing
contexts
Knowledge of and adherence to the Red Cross and
NGO Code of Conduct and capability of incorporating
standards in design, implementation and evaluation of
relevant projects
Ability to maintain performance expectations in diverse
cultural contexts, psychologically stressful
environments, and physical hardship conditions with
limited resources
Ability to respect and relate appropriately to people of
other faiths.
Preferred
Other Attributes Understands work from a process point of view and
uses measurement and accountability systems
effectively.
Excellent time-management and prioritization.
Essential
Experience Experience in designing and putting bill of quantities, Essential
WASH facilities like toilet, bathing cubicles, water
supply lines and hygiene promotion for affected people
in particular in schools.
Understands and have implemented PHAST, FOAM
and other participatory methodologies in emergency
settings
Demonstrated experience in managing WASH grants is
preferred
Work Environment Up to 60% domestic travel
CORE CAPABILITIES: Required Preferred
Achieving quality results and service X
Practicing accountability and integrity X
Communicating information effectively X
Thinking clearly, deeply and broadly X
Understanding the Humanitarian industry X
Understanding WV’s mission & operations X
Practicing continuous innovation & creativity X
Demonstrating Christ-Centered life and work X
Learning for growth and development X
Maintaining work/life balance X
Building collaborative relationships X
Practicing gender & cultural diversity X
World Vision is an equal-opportunity employer that values and respects the importance of a
diverse and inclusive workforce and welcomes and supports all employees to achieve the
maximum extent of their potential. Female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted
