Dispenser for Safe Water Programme
Position: Field
Associates
Deadline for Applications: 27th
May 2013
The Dispenser for Safe
Water (DSW) at Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA) seeks to fill vacant
positions for Field Associates to support our expansion program at Siaya,
Vihiga and Kakamega counties in an effort to achieve our program’s medium-term
goal - providing 5 million people with sustained access to safe water, which
will prevent 2.3 million cases of child diarrhoea and avert over 2,200 child
deaths each year.
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
About the Position
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
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Lead community sensitization and education meetings
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Lead community leaders meetings and local Govt sensitization
meetings
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 organizational needs as
necessary.
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.
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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
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Fix basic dispenser maintenance issues using hand drills and
hand riveting tools
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Supervise, mentor, and coach community field/service assistants
in the execution of their duties
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Developing weekly work plans and reports for field activities
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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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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 and willingness to
use a motorcycle in the field.
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Flexible mindset and willingness to relocate on a short notice
to other field based assignments in other regions.
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Self driven and highly motivated to deliver results within tight
deadlines.
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Good communication skills. Ability to communicate well within
the organization and with the rural communities and local leaders
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Basic leadership skills in managing people ,working with
communities and teams
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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
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Attitude. Positive 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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1-2 yrs experience working with communities or social
enterprises/NGOs
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Motor cycle riding skills or willingness to learn and ride a
motorcycle.
·
Language:- Proficiency in speaking the local language/dialect
will be a definite advantage
To Apply:
Applications can be submitted via email to
ipak.water.jobs@poverty-action.org with the subject line “Field Associate
Position.”
Please ensure you specify your preferred working county.
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 start on a 6 months contract
renewable based on good performance.
Salary attached to this position is within the range of Kes
16,000 - 17,000/month.
