Dispenser for Safe Water Programme
Position: Field Associates
Position: Field Associates
Deadline for Applications: 5th July2012
Location: Siaya
DSW is a growing entrepreneurial program within IPA working to
reduce the 1.6 million childhood deaths each year from diarrhoea, a leading
cause of child mortality in Kenya and globally. 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, currently transitioning from
the proof-of-concept stage to large-scale implementation with a team of about
30 field staff in Kenya, serving around 400,000 people with access to safe
water.
For this position, we are seeking Field Associates who are
motivated by the opportunity to expand 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
Job Purpose
FA position is primarily a field based position which plays an
important role as an interface between DSW and communities in delivering the
chlorine dispenser safe water intervention to the target communities.
The FA position reports to the Area Coordinator.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead
community sensitization and education meetings
- Lead
community leaders meetings and local Govt sensitization meetings
- Field
execution of dispenser related activities eg Water Point Nominations,
water point verification Water point dispenser installations, Chlorine
service/ dispenser maintenance and field surveys administration
- Supervise,
mentor, and coach community field/service assistants in the execution of
their duties
- Developing
weekly work plans and reports for field activities
- Field
data administration for various activities through smart phone technology
- Other
duties and responsibilities as delegated by the Area Coordinator.
Required Competencies and Attributes
- High
level of integrity and stewardship
- 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
- Basic
leadership skills in managing people ,working with communities and teams
- 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
- Minimum
Diploma in Management, community work, project management or equivalent.
- Good
language skills in English and Kiswahili both spoken and written
- 1-2
yrs experience working with communities or social enterprises/NGOs
- Motor
cycle riding skills or willingness to learn and ride a motorcycle.
- Knowledge
of Siaya county geography and living there is a definite advantage
- Proficiency
in Dholuo speaking is a definite advantage
To Apply:
Applications can be submitted via email to
jobs-kenya@poverty-action.org with the subject line “Field Associate
Position.”
Please attach the following documents:
- Cover
letter explaining interest in the position and fit for the role
- CV/resume
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted by email for an
interview.
Employment Terms:- Successful candidates will be on a 6 months
contract renewable based on good performance.
Salary attached to this position is Kes 14000-16000/month
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general
nature and level of the work being performed by the Field Associate. 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 organisational 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 organisation. IPA is an equal
opportunity employer. Please direct questions to
ipak.water.jobs@poverty-action.org.
