Medair
Medair brings life-saving relief and rehabilitation in disasters, conflict areas, and other crises by working alongside the most vulnerable. Its staff are inspired by their Christian faith to care for people in need, providing practical and compassionate support, regardless of race, religion, or politics. Medair has achieved the ISO 9001:2000 quality certification worldwide, which denotes consistent and effective project management activities for the well-being of its beneficiaries. Founded in 1989, Medair’s unwavering commitment continues to bring hope to the world’s most vulnerable.
Closing date: 31 Aug 2010
Location: - Various -
Based in one of our field programmes in Afghanistan, DR Congo, Madagascar, Somalia, Southern Sudan, Sudan (Northern States), or Uganda.
Project Overview
- WatSan projects contribute towards increased access for the beneficiaries to appropriate water and sanitation facilities, in combination with promotion of safe hygiene practices.
Responsibilities
- To effectively manage the water and sanitation project in line with the objectives, budget and timeframe laid down in the current proposal under the overall guidance of the WatSan Coordinator.
Qualifications
- Higher level qualification in a technical field, preferably in water and sanitation
- BSc/MSc in Water, Hydrology, Environmental Engineering or Management desirable
Experience
- 2 years work experience post qualification
Medair standard working requirements for the field
- Minimum 12 months professional experience in a relevant field
- Minimum 3 months overseas work experience
- Strong adherence to Medair values
- Strong English communication skills (oral and written)
- Able to live and work with a multicultural team under difficult conditions
- Strong character traits, including emotional stability, adaptability, ability to handle stress, cultural and gender sensitivity, honesty
- Single or married - without children, no dependent children
- Successful completion of Medair’s Relief & Rehabilitation Orientation Course (ROC)
How to apply
For more information on this and other positions, please follow this web link, and check the Experienced Relief Worker section:
http://www.medair.org/en/work-with-us/opportunities/
Reference Code: RW_7TJKTA-77
