Dispenser for Safe Water Programme
Vacancy Positions: Associate
Coordinators, Accounts Assistants, Community Service Assistants
The programme is doing this by deploying Chlorine Dispensers—a
simple, low-cost innovation proven to dramatically increase rates of household
water treatment, which significantly reduces diarrhoea and other waterborne
disease.
Chlorine Dispensers have been recognised by a wide network of
supporters, including the Ministry of Public Health and Sanitation, Ministry of
Education, Ministry of Local Government, Lake Victoria North Water Services
Board and major international foundations and implementers.
Kenya is DSW’s flagship programme that has transitioned from a
proof-of-concept stage to large-scale implementation with a team of about 100
field staff in Kenya, serving around 600,000 people with access to safe water.
For these positions, we are seeking people who are motivated by
the opportunity to offer their services to a programme with proven impact,
potential to improve the health of millions and save thousands of lives.
All eligible candidates from the private, public and non-profit
sectors who are interested in making a long-term commitment to a truly
influential programme are encouraged to apply.
More information on Chlorine Dispensers can be found at:
http://poverty-action.org/safewater
Associate Coordinator
2 Positions
(Western / Nyanza Regions in Kenya)
The Role:-
Reporting to the Area coordinator, the Associate coordinator
position is a key leadership role based in the field.
An Associate coordinator will be part of the program leadership
team playing an important role in leading program management at the field
level, in delivering the chlorine dispenser safe water intervention to the
target communities.
Key Responsibilities
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Deputize the Area Coordinator in managing the dispenser program.
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Take delegated responsibilities in logistical and field
operation planning, supervision and reporting
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Lead a team of Field Associates to deliver high quality
community sensitization and education meetings
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Lead a team of Field Associates to deliver high quality
community leaders meetings and local Govt sensitization meetings
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Lead the field teams in the execution of dispenser related
activities e.g. Water Point Nominations, water point verification Water point
dispenser installations, Chlorine service/ dispenser maintenance and field
surveys administration
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Supervise, mentor, and coach , community service assistants in
the execution of their duties
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Develop weekly work plans and reports for field activities
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Support field teams on Field data administration for various
activities through smart phone technology
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Other duties and responsibilities as delegated by the Area
Coordinator.
Required Competencies and Attributes
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High level of integrity and stewardship
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Good conceptual skills with an analytical mind and problem
solving skills
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Good People Management & leadership skills. Associate
Coordinator, is a key position in the field management teams that has enormous
responsibility in supporting the coordinator role in nurturing and developing a
high performing team.
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Team work. Embraces team work and aspires and supports the
ideals of working in a team work environment as a team champion
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Passion to work in a rural community setting
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Flexible mindset and willingness to take challenging assignments
not within the scope of this position
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Self driven and highly motivated to deliver results within tight
deadlines.
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Excellent communication skills. Ability to communicate well
within the organization and with the rural communities and local leaders
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Excellent computer skills and comfort to advance the skills in a
dynamic IT field.
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Proactive and ambitious to support innovation and change in a
dynamic working environment
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Attitude. A ‘’Can do attitude’’ to work and to develop in a fast
paced work environment
Qualifications
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Minimum Diploma in Management, community work, project
management or equivalent.
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Good language skills in English and Kiswahili both spoken and
written
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2-3 yrs experience in management and or working with communities
or social enterprises / NGOs.
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At least one year in middle management position.
Position: Accounts Assistant
2 Positions
Work Stations:- Vihiga/Siaya
Reporting to: Accountant, Area Coordinator
The Role:-
An Accounts Assistant does the Accounting /Admn tasks at a DSW
field office and reports to the Area Coordinator with a dotted line reporting
relationship with the Accountant based at Kisumu.
Responsibilities
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Accounting
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Under the general guidance of the Accountant, assist in the
following tasks:
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Handle cash, cheque and airtime disbursements
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Receive and check imprest requests and returns, ensuring that
proper documentation is filed for each transaction, relevant approvals have
been obtained, etc.
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Conduct cash counts on regular basis, including after
withdrawals
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Prepare cheques to be signed by appropriate managers
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Maintain and file financial records and post accounts data into
Quickbooks
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Update accounting records as and when transactions take place,
and assist Accountant to ensure that proper documentation is filed for each
transaction
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Maintain fixed assets register and ensure that assets inventory
records are updated regularly
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Liaise with Accountant in preparation and review of staff
imprest accounts on a regular basis
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Assist Accountant /Coordinator in overall: Budgeting, Reporting,
Payroll, Procurement
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Management of Office Store / Inventory/Office management
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Distribute supplies from store as needed
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Maintain accurate records of all office supplies purchased and
distributed
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Conduct periodic stock counts
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Compile a list of stock-in-hand at the store, so as to
facilitate new orders
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Submit requests, in a timely manner, to relevant managers when re-stocking
is needed
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Filing of important documents at the field office
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Support Coordinator in managing annual leave schedules,
applications ,and filing
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Support Coordinator in managing staff allocation and submission
to the Accountant
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Other tasks as assigned/delegated by supervisors
Required Competencies and Attributes
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High level of integrity and stewardship
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Team work. Embraces team work and aspires and supports the
ideals of working in a team work environment as a team champion
·
Passion to work in a rural community setting
·
Flexible mindset and willingness to relocate on a short notice
to other field based assignments in other regions.
·
Self driven and highly motivated to deliver results within tight
deadlines.
·
Good communication skills. Ability to communicate well within
the organization and with the rural communities and local leaders
·
Good computer skills and comfort to advance the skills in a
dynamic IT field.
·
Proactive and ambitious to support innovation and change in a
dynamic working environment
·
Attitude. Positive attitude to work and to develop in a fast
paced work environment
Qualifications
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Minimum CPA PART 1 KATC Final, Diploma in Accounting or
equivalent.
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Good language skills in English and Kiswahili both spoken and
written
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1-2 yrs experience working in a busy computerized accounting
office
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Motor cycle riding skills or willingness to learn and ride a
motorcycle.
Salary attached to this position is within the range of Kes
18000-23000 per month gross
Position: Community Service Assistant
Location of work: Ugunja
The Role:- The community Service Assistant is a
Field based position with an important responsibility of offering an excellent
service in chlorine dispenser maintenance and chlorine solution delivery to
chlorine dispensers located at various water points at Ugunja/Ugenya districts.
The position requires use of a motorcycle for field work.
Key Responsibilities:
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Installation of chlorine dispensers and hardware maintenance
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Chlorine dispensers maintenance through regular spot checks to
ensure proper functioning
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Chlorine Solution (in jericans) delivery to various chlorine
dispensers located at water points by use of motorcycles.
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Ensure safe handling and accountability for chlorine solution
stocks between the store/office and the destination - promoter at the dispenser
site.
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Record Keeping. Complete relevant forms and records that are
important in the performance of this job.
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Create and maintain productive working relationships with
community members and community leaders
Required Skills
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Motorcycle riding experience with a valid driving license from a
recognized driving school.
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Ability and knowledge of tips to balance heavy loads on the
motorcycle
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A good understanding of motorcycle service and maintenance
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Relevant knowledge of masonry work
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Good communication skills, both written and oral
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Critical thinking and judgment ; be able to make good decisions
in field and office situations
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Interpersonal and public relations; Ability to interact well
with different personalities
Qualifications
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The candidates are required to have a minimum of Kenya
Certificate of Secondary Education
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The applicants must have at least one year of relevant
experience in masonry work.
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The applicants should be able to communicate in English,
Kiswahili and Dholuo
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Must be from/around Ugenya/Ugunja districts
Starting salary attached to this position is Kes 10,000/Month
Gross
For this position Applications can also be hand delivered to
Ugunja Office (Between Savana Hotel and Ambira Hospital).
Employment Terms for all Positions: - Successful candidates will
start on a 6 months contract renewable based on good performance.
To apply:
Please send a cover letter and detailed CV, 3 references,
daytime phone number(s), and email address.
Your CV should include your scores or grades and other measures
of academic achievement, and details about any relevant work experience.
Applications can be submitted to any of our branch offices,
or by email to jobs-kenya@poverty-action.org
or by post office using P.O Box 373, Busia area code 50400
Kenya.
If you submit by email, please ensure that the subject line
reads: “Associate Coordinators or Accounts Assistants or Community Service
Assistants” REF NO. DSW-2013-09-02:
The deadline for application is on 10th October 2013.
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the
general nature and level of the work being performed. The statements are not
intended to be an exhaustive list of all possible duties, tasks, and
responsibilities. Management reserves the right to amend and change
responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. Please note that
IPA will never request any form of payment from an applicant. Applicants are
encouraged to confirm the information listed above with IPA prior to releasing
any extensive personal information to the organization. Please direct questions
to jobs-kenya@poverty-action.org.