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WASH Advisor - Turkey

Position Summary:
The WASH Advisor is responsible for overall program technical advising supervision, administration and oversight of RI’s Syria Response WASH projects based in Turkey.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DELIVERABLES:
  • Provide quality control of WASH interventions.
  • Build the capacity of RI and RI’s partner(s) staff in WASH implementation.
  • Oversee and ensure quality implementation of teaming partner and other actors involved in the program, including needs assessment and technical handling of water treatment plants through a remote management modus operandi.
  • Contribute to monitoring, evaluating and documenting progress of program implementation against indicators are being followed.
  • Advise Program Director regarding activity progress and make recommendations for course correction if necessary.
  • Provide overall guidance and direction focusing on program team to achieve agreed targets and long-term strategic objectives.
  • Maintain effective communication with donors and other organizations operating in Turkey, for coordination and partnership opportunities.
  • Participate in NGO sector coordination groups and identify areas for coordination and collaboration.
  • Identify new program opportunities through rapid assessments and proposal development inputs and writing as indicated.
  • Deliver consultancy report at end of assignment.
  • Perform other duties as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS &REQUIREMENTS:
This position demands a dynamic individual with a demonstrated ability to achieve results in a demanding and fast paced environment.
  • Master’s degree in a relevant field or Bachelor’s degree with commensurate work experience.
  • Minimum of two years professional experience in lead management implementing emergency response programs in a conflict setting.
  • Minimum of five years professional experience in the WASH sector.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, public speaking, and strategic planning skills required.
  • English is required, with strong writing ability; Arabic is preferred.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, tasks efficiently.
  • Excellent time management skills and resourcefulness with strong attention to detail.