Job of Provincial WASH Coordinator

Position           Provincial WASH Coordinator -    Sindh          Grade    C               

Department & Location    Program      Karachi, Sindh           Date April, 2014

Reports to (position):                           National Program Manager WASH

Purpose:    

The position holder will be responsible coordinate with the provincial level departments for replication/scalability of WASH program initiatives by Government on the basis of pilot done by Plan. S/he will develop relationship with key stakeholders and maintain them for smooth implementation of activities at provincial level. This will include making direct contacts and maintaining communication, on behalf of the WASH program, with key development partners and relevant government agencies. S/he will also provide technical guidance and leadership across all the project areas.

 Dimensions of Role:

S/he will be responsible to plan WASH project activities in line with the agreed project proposal(s) and develop a logical flow of activities in the relation to cultural context and ground realities of the target areas (Province, Districts, Union Council, Tehsils) to achieve project targets as per agreed milestones. S/he will conduct monthly progress review meetings with implementing partners and government line departments at provincial level and will participate in quarterly progress review meetings at national level and provide update on project progress to project and program team at country office level. S/he will be responsible to prepare, review and submit internal and external reports as per agreed timelines to Project Manager. S/he will be responsible for establishing knowledge management mechanisms for the WASH program at Sindh level. Key End Results and typical Responsibilities: “What” is done and “why”, but not “actions” or “how”; include indicators for success · Maintain strong and cordial coordination with Local Government, Health, Education, P&D departments and Nutrition cell at provincial level and with sector stakeholders for smooth project execution as well as to represent Plan International Pakistan at the Provincial level · Carry out advocacy /activities (meetings with government high officials, parliamentarians, Policy makers, Development partners etc.) at the provincial level to highlight issues around waterborne disease prevention & control to ensure that a strong and effective relationship of Plan International with government departments is maintained. · Responsible to arrange and conduct provincial level seminars / review workshops/ policy dialogues and also conduct parliamentarian meetings for prioritization and implementation of WASH plan. · Organize high profile health advocacy events / project launch at provincial level involving provincial chief ministers/health ministers and other stakeholders · Work closely with the Communication Manager and other media colleagues to support implementation of communication & media strategy · Develop strong professional linkages with journalists and other media personnel · Represent Plan International Pakistan in different advocacy working groups, meetings and briefing sessions as appropriate and ensure proper documentation and circulation of the key updates regarding the project · Will be responsible to take and keep records of all advocacy related activities. · Responsible for any other task assigned by line manager Dealing with Problems: Application of knowledge required for the role, complexity of problems handled & the degree of investigation, analysis, & creative thinking required to solve them. · This position requires utilization of staff competencies effectively through team work. S/he will be required to address challenges and issues that affect the implementation of activities at all levels and provide solutions that are acceptable and logical. · S/he will timely share the challenges & issues and propose solution to get approval from NPM WASH and help the field implementing teams to overcome the situation that may delay the activities Communications and Working Relationships: Working contacts inside and outside the organization; include the purpose and level (high, medium, low) of the contact Provincial WASH coordinator is required to display effective communication skill that helps in building relationship with in and outside organization. The proposed position requires good team building to overcome the work load. Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours Required to Achieve Role’s Objectives: Knowledge · Master’s in Public Health /Social Sciences or equivalent · Must have a minimum of 5 years of working experience with international NGOs in Development sector and 2-3 years of working experience in Advocacy at the provincial level · Candidate should possess strong reporting and communication skills and experience · Candidate should have good knowledge and experience of working in-collaboration with government ( Health, Education, LGRD etc) departments · Effective networking skills and ability to coordinate with different stakeholders · Excellent knowledge of computer systems; proficient in MS Excel, Ms Word, Outlook; Strong work ethics and values · Proven cross-cultural sensitivity and flexibility required · Candidate should have good knowledge and experience of working with the media · Candidate should have experience of conducting popular and community mobilization activities Skills · Excellent communication skills (written and oral) in English knowledge of local languages considered a plus. · Excellent teamwork skills and the ability to build good relations both internally and externally. · Proven influencing and negotiating skills. · Proven ability to analyze, interpret and communicate complex and fast moving program information. · Excellent planning, co-ordination and prioritization skills and proven capacity to undertake varied tasks simultaneously to tight deadlines. · Ability to manage large amounts of information, including maintaining excellent records of information and decisions. · Attention to detail and a flexible approach to work. · Demonstrated leadership skills. · Commitment to Plan values including the rights and needs of children. Behaviours · Ability to plan and organize teamwork by identifying priority activities and adjusting priorities as required. · Ability to plan, coordinate and monitor own work plan. · Capacity to work under minimum supervision and support. · Proactive, flexible and adaptable disposition. Able to think creatively about logistical solutions. · Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with colleagues, a variety of team members and external contacts through good written and spoken communication skills. · Demonstrated approach to work that is characterized by commitment, motivation, energy and flexibility. Physical Environment and Demands: May be “typical office environment”; note if heavy lifting, climbing, excess travel, etc. · Able to work in difficult circumstances · Work with multi-culture staff/team members Please attach an organization chart of your department:

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