Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, January 23 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an international, independent medical humanitarian organization that delivers emergency aid to people affected by armed conflict, epidemics, natural disasters, and exclusion from healthcare. MSF offers assistance based on need, irrespective of race, religion, gender, or political affiliation, and is guided by the principles of neutrality and impartiality. These principles apply to all MSF staff.
Title: Watsan Technician
Direct Reports: Logistics Manager
Location: Liwale, Lindi

Main Purpose
Support the Watsan Supervisor in the implementation, monitoring, maintenance, and troubleshooting of water, hygiene, and sanitation activities and infrastructure in the project, according to MSF protocols, standards, and procedures, to improve health and living conditions for the target population.

Accountabilities
Carry out tasks related to Watsan activities, such as the construction and maintenance of infrastructures, according to MSF protocols and standards in water supply, waste management, and excreta disposal, hygiene, and infection control.
Ensure the cleaning and maintenance of Watsan structures and, when applicable, medical facilities.

Identify, recruit, train, and supervise daily laborers or hygiene agents for Watsan activities.
Inform the Direct Supervisor of any difficulties, anomalies, and issues that may affect the normal functioning of activities and tasks.
Assist the Direct Supervisor with Watsan data collection and reporting, and maintain updated files and records of assigned project activities.
Be responsible for equipment, tools, and consumables, ensuring they are used and maintained safely. Report any need for renewal and manage weekly/monthly consumption.
MSF Section/Context-Specific Accountabilities
Carry out all water and sanitation-related activities in MSF premises:
Daily data collection and follow-up.
Maintenance of water and wastewater networks, drainages, and grease traps.
Cleaning of water tanks and reservoirs.
Maintenance of water dispensers and WASH tools (water analysis tools, water pumps).
Preparing and implementing IRS.
Waste management.
Identify WASH-related needs and follow up on items and stocks.
Implement and supervise WASH activities in MoH-supported facilities:
Follow-up of water supply and data collection.
Support MoH personnel in water network and wastewater network maintenance.
Follow up on waste management quality through supervision and training.
Participate in improving hygiene standards and IPC in close collaboration with MoH staff.
Participate in improving linen and laundry management.
Preparing and implementing IRS.

Reporting:
Produce weekly and monthly reports of WASH activities in supported premises and facilities, using data collected according to given templates.
MSF Context in Tanzania
MSF has worked intermittently in Tanzania since 1993, supporting the Ministry of Health (MoH) in a variety of areas, particularly in primary and secondary healthcare and epidemic responses (e.g., cholera, malaria, HIV/AIDS). MSF’s latest intervention started in May 2015 with a response to a cholera outbreak in Kigoma region. The Liwale project, launched in December 2022, supports MoH in community-based primary and secondary healthcare for mothers and children under 5. MSF currently supports 7 health facilities, including 4 secondary health care facilities (1 district hospital, 3 health centers), and 3 primary health care facilities offering BEmONC and CEmONC services.

Minimum Educational Qualifications
Technical certification or proven background, preferably with a specialization in water and sanitation.
Experience
Previous experience in technical works.
Knowledge
Computer literacy
Basic plumbing skills, tool usage, basic calculation skills, and basic skills in stock management.
Languages
Basic spoken English and Kiswahili are essential.
Competencies
Results and Quality Orientation
Teamwork and Cooperation
Behavioral Flexibility
Commitment to MSF Principles
Stress Management

MSF encourages women and individuals from minority groups to apply. MSF is committed to a safe work environment with zero tolerance for any form of abuse.

Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months:

Level of Education: Bachelor's degree

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