Liberia: WASH Specialist - Ebola Treatment Unit

Organization: Heart to Heart International
Country: Liberia
Closing date: 05 Dec 2014

POSITION SUMMARY:

The WASH Coordinator’s main task is to manage the smooth and safe operation of WASH related interventions in ETU, including establishing, supervising, coordinating and implementing quality control and assurance mechanisms. (S)he will oversee various teams involved in Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) activities, including in high risk areas. This position will be based in country.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Project Implementation

  • Establish and manage an efficient and safe system for the production and distribution of sufficient amounts of chlorine solutions throughout the ETU
  • Ensure reliant water supply for all purposes throughout the ETU
  • Ensure appropriate and safe collection, transport, treatment and disposal of all liquid and solid wastes
  • Ensures safe management of dead bodies in accordance with established protocols
  • Ensure all necessary safety measures are applied in the handling of materials, supplies and equipment
  • Ensure frequent and accurate disinfection and cleaning as per established protocols
  • In collaboration with WASH Coordinator and logs team, monitor supply chain for necessary WASH supplies, equipment and material, adequately reflecting scaling up of services at treatment centre if necessary
  • Human Resource Management
  • Establish and/or manage teams of national staff with various tasks inside the ETU, including hygienists, cleaners, laundry workers, burial teams, chlorinators, waste managers
  • Ensure all team members are fully induced to their tasks, and closely monitor strict adherence to established protocols
  • Maintain staff rotations and shifts of different teams under management

Other

  • Ensure smooth operation through collaboration and effective communication between all teams working at ETU
  • Provide regular updates to supervisor and team on progress, priorities and constraints – verbally and in writing
  • Represent Heart to Heart International to governmental and non-governmental groups as needed and agreed with the supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • University degree in civil / public health engineering or related field
  • 3+ years of professional WASH technical experience, with at least 1 year in emergency response
  • Proven experience in WASH in health facilities, including management of infectious waste
  • Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
  • Willingness to enter high risk area at the ETU
  • Competent in staff training and management
  • Interpersonal qualities: Excellent management skills, promotes teamwork, comfortable in a multi-cultural environment, flexible and able to handle pressure
  • Work experience in West Africa preferable

ORGANIZATION SUMMARY:

Heart to Heart International, Inc. (HHI) is a nonprofit international health organization. Since its founding in 1992, HHI has delivered medical aid and supplies worth more than $1.2 billion to more than 150 countries, including the United States. HHI responds to crises and natural disasters both domestically and internationally by supplying medical relief and mobilizing volunteers. HHI broadens access to healthcare with medical education opportunities and laboratory standards training around the U.S. and in Haiti, and also works with U.S. safety-net clinics to increase their capacity by providing medical equipment, supplies and volunteers that are vital to operations.

As it works to create healthier communities around the world, HHI is motivated by the same faith-based values that guided that its founders. These values are the motivation behind creating a faith-friendly environment - inviting all people to serve the poor and those in need. Everyone has something to offer and HHI is inclusive of all people to serve with their time, talent and resources. HHI is a volunteer–based movement intentionally managed to create a transformational experience for the volunteer. The organization is as interested in seeing volunteers find a renewed sense of purpose in their lives as it is helping people in challenging situations. The volunteer’s experience is at the heart of the mission, making HHI notably unique in comparison to other charitable organizations.


How to apply:

To apply for this position:

  • Email your cover letter, CV/resume, and references to Carla Orner (carla.orner@hearttoheart.org), referencing the position you are applying for in the subject line of the email.
  • Complete the Operation Ebola Medical Volunteer Application Form so your information is on record:

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