Plan International: Sanitation and Hygiene Coordinator
Sanitation and Hygiene Coordinator: Plan International Zimbabwe
Deadline: 20 February 2017
Based in Mutoko
Founded more than 75 years ago, Plan International has global presence in 68 countries and is one of the largest children’s development organizations in the world. Plan International commenced operations in Zimbabwe in 1986 and has active development programs in child protection and participation, education, food and income security, child survival and health including water, sanitation and hygiene sectors. Plan International operates an equal opportunities policy and actively encourages diversity.
Job summary
Reporting to the Program Area Manager, the Sanitation and Hygiene Coordinator is responsible for facilitating the implementation of the Sanitation and Hygiene program activities in the WASH Project. S/he provides specialist guidance and support on the Sanitation and Hygiene programs and represents Plan International at District and provincial stakeholder forums. The job holder will also be responsible for the training of School Health clubs, organizing clean up campaigns and supporting schools in the latrines constructions.
Knowledge, skills and behaviours required in achieving role’s objectives
A degree or diploma in Environmental Health/Public Health/Health Promotion or related field; Minimum of 3 years’ community development exposure in Sanitation and Hygiene programming; Technical expertise in latrine construction; Experience in delivering Sanitation and Hygiene related staff development programs; Fluent in English and local languages; Proficient in computer skills and use of relevant software and other applications; Proposal development and report writing skills
To apply
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements are required to submit their curriculum vitae & cover letter outlining their suitability for the position to:
zwe.recruitment@plan-international.org
Please put the job title that you are applying for in the subject line of your email.
Plan International’s procedures reflect our commitment to the safety and protection of children in our programming. In this regard, reference & background checks on applicants will be performed including police clearances on child related offences in conformity with our Child Protection Policy.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The shortlisting process will take place as applications are being received.
Plan International does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.