Background

IsraAID is a leading humanitarian aid organization that responds to crises around the world by providing urgent relief and supporting long-term recovery. We are committed to empowering communities and building resilience in the face of adversity.

Responsibilities

The Programme Manager - WASH will be responsible for the overall planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of IsraAID's WASH programs in Kenya. Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and managing WASH project strategies and work plans.
• Ensuring timely and quality delivery of WASH interventions, including water supply, sanitation facilities, and hygiene promotion activities.
• Managing project budgets and ensuring financial accountability.
• Leading and supervising a team of WASH officers and community mobilizers.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with local communities, government authorities, and other stakeholders.
• Monitoring and evaluating program progress, impact, and lessons learned.
• Preparing regular reports for donors and IsraAID management.
• Ensuring adherence to IsraAID's policies and procedures, as well as international WASH standards.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A Bachelor's degree in Water and Environmental Engineering, Public Health, Development Studies, or a related field. A Master's degree is an added advantage.
• Proven experience in managing WASH programs in humanitarian or development contexts.
• Strong understanding of WASH principles, standards, and best practices.
• Excellent project management, leadership, and team management skills.
• Proficiency in budget management and financial reporting.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a challenging environment.
• Fluency in English and Swahili is required.

Experience

A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience in WASH program management.

Additional Notes

This position is based in Kenya. IsraAID is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals.

• Developing and managing WASH project strategies and work plans.
• Ensuring timely and quality delivery of WASH interventions, including water supply, sanitation facilities, and hygiene promotion activities.
• Managing project budgets and ensuring financial accountability.
• Leading and supervising a team of WASH officers and community mobilizers.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with local communities, government authorities, and other stakeholders.
• Monitoring and evaluating program progress, impact, and lessons learned.
• Preparing regular reports for donors and IsraAID management.
• Ensuring adherence to IsraAID's policies and procedures, as well as international WASH standards.

• Strong understanding of WASH principles, standards, and best practices.
• Excellent project management, leadership, and team management skills.
• Proficiency in budget management and financial reporting.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a challenging environment.
• Fluency in English and Swahili is required.

• A Bachelor's degree in Water and Environmental Engineering, Public Health, Development Studies, or a related field. A Master's degree is an added advantage.
• Proven experience in managing WASH programs in humanitarian or development contexts.