INTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT TOWARDS HEALTH DEVELOPMENT

Internal Advertisement AMREF is the largest indigenous health development non governmental organization based in Africa. Working with and through African communities, health systems and governments, AMREF aims to close the gap that prevents people from accessing their basic right to health. With headquarters in Kenya, AMREF has programmes in Ethiopia, Uganda, Somalia, South Sudan, Kenya, Tanzania and South Africa. Employing over 800 staff and with an annual operating budget of approximately $70 million, AMREF is a knowledge resource for donors and partners. For more information visit our website www.amref.org AMREF in Kenya seeks to recruit two (2) Water and Sanitation Technicians to be based in Kitui and Loitokitok districts respectively in its AMREF Italy funded project. The project deals with improving access to safe water and sanitation for communities in Eastern and Rift Valley Provinces. With the aim of improving the livelihoods of those communities. WATER AND SANITATION TECHNICIANS (2)

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Key Areas of Responsibilities Reporting to the Project Manager, the incumbents shall be responsible for:1. Mobilizing and sensitizing communities to participate in the project activities 2. Collecting and compiling appropriate data for the project 3. Organizing and carrying out health education activities including training 4. Networking and collaborating with other partners 5. Planning and training local artisans and water committees on wells development, installing hand pumps and maintenance 6. Providing technical support to the communities during development of shallow wells, gravity water schemes and VIP latrines and carryout school health activities 7. Participating in the prospects of new water sources 8. Monitoring water quality and record keeping 9. Participating in project Monitoring & Evaluation 10. Preparing various project reports Qualifications and Competencies The ideal candidate will have:o Diploma in Water Engineering or Public Health o Three (3) years working experience in community based water and sanitation activities o Experiences in construction of shallow wells, boreholes, gravity water systems and construction of VIP latrines and rain water harvesting tanks o Good communication and community mobilization skills o Should have skills in motorcycle riding with a valid licence will be an added advantage o Good ICT skills o The candidate should have high level of honesty and integrity. Ability to work under minimal supervision and a team player If you feel that you meet the criteria please send your application and CV including details of your remuneration requirements and contact details of three work-related referees to:The Human Resources Manager, AMREF in Kenya [email protected]. Please quote the position and reference number provided in the email subject matter. Applicants should apply indicating only one of the stations they prefer i.e. Kitui or Loitokitok. The closing date for submitting applications is February, 04th 2010. We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted AMREF is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking environment policy