LWF World Service is the humanitarian and development arm of the Lutheran World Federation. We are a widely recognized, international, faith-based organization working in over 20 countries. We seek to bring people of all backgrounds together in the common quest for justice, peace, and reconciliation in an increasingly complex and fragmented world.

A commitment to the human rights of every individual, regardless of their status, guides our work, actions, and operations. We are particularly known for our timely, compassionate, and professional humanitarian work, and for our field presence in hard-to-reach areas. Our work is people-centered and community- based. Above all, we work with the most vulnerable, and in order to claim and uphold their rights, we engage proactively with local government and community structures.

LWF Uganda works closely with United Nations agencies (UNHCR, UNFPA, UNICEF, WFP), Charity water, PRM, EU/ECHO, BFTW, etc. LWF Related and faith-based agencies and their back donors.

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The LWF Uganda Program is looking for a qualified and experienced person to fill the following position: Job Title: Project Assistant – WASH (1) position.

Place of Assignment: Kitgum/Pader

Reports to: Project Officer-WASH

Starting date: ASAP

Duration of Contract: 8-month contract (with possibility of extension)

The closing date for applications: 19 July 2023

Job Summary: Under the guidance of the Project Officer, the Project Assistant is responsible for monitoring of WASH infrastructure, household sanitation, and hygiene status, promoting safe hygiene practices, and periodically preparing and submitting activity reports/ success stories to the Project Officer.

Roles and Responsibilities :

Mobilize and sensitize communities and institutions on best Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene practices .

Supervise works for all water supply schemes/ civil works to ensure quality work, and provide technical support services to management, fellow staff, and the community in line with set standards and guidelines.

Conduct water quality monitoring/ surveillance.

Effective supervision of community-based facilitators and community resource persons on the ground such as VHTs and handpump mechanics

Support water user committees in developing operation and maintenance strategies for WASH facilities.

Conduct hygiene advocacy campaigns in the community and institutions.

Participate in communicable and non-communicable diseases surveillance where applicable

Assist POs to manage and distribute WASH materials related to assigned project activities.

Organise and conduct dialogue and sensitization meetings on WASH-related issues.

Assist the PO in developing proposals/project work plans and budget estimations

Together with the Project officer, the project assistant develops weekly and monthly activity work plans

Prepare activity work plan with the community-based facilitators/ community resource persons

Build the capacity of community-based facilitators and resource persons for the effective implementation of project activities

Participate in the implementation of a robust M&E System to monitor project performance and ensure an appropriate level of accountability;

Conduct periodic assessments/surveys on WASH activities.

Participate in developing M&E Tools and ensure effective deployment and use of those tools.

In liaison with the project officer, participate in budget revisions for the project/program according to the standards of the donor;

In liaison with the project officer, keep track of all project/program budgets and ensure that project/program activities are within assigned budgets;

In liaison with the project officer, review management accounts to track expenditures and provide feedback to the SPA;

Document and submit financial-related issues/concerns arising in the implementation of project activities

Participate in WASH sector coordination with other stakeholders during project implementation.

Work closely with the existing structures of LWF partner organizations in implementing the project activities

Periodically prepare/document and submit accurate activity reports/ success stories to the project officer in a timely manner.

Education, Qualifications & Experience Required : Diploma in Water Engineering or University degree in Water Engineering, Environmental science, and public health;

Post Graduate training in Project Planning and Management and sound knowledge of financial management is an added advantage;

At least 2-3 years’ experience in implementing WASH interventions and Community Development programming

Proven knowledge and experience in developing and implementing community resource mobilization projects.

Knowledge, skills, and experience in participatory methods for hygiene promotion e.g., PHAST, CHAST, CLTS.

Experience in working in rural areas, including WASH infrastructure and construction

Special Skills, Aptitude or Personality Requirements : Demonstrates developed communications skills

Problem-solving and decision-making skills;

Ability to inspire and build the capacity of community resources persons;

Good interpersonal skills and excellent negotiation skills;

Excellent English Language (both written and spoken);