Experience

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  Save the Children US

  • Nairobi County, Kenya

  • Consultant - IPC WASH in the context of Small Sick Newborn Inpatient Wards Level 2 & 3

    • Jan 2024 - Present
    • Nairobi County, Kenya

    1. IPC/WASH Implementation:• Conduct and oversee the implementation of IPC and WASH strategies in the facility according to the WHO/UNICEF guidance and standards.• Ensure compliance with minimum requirements for IPC/WASH in the facility, including all wards and delivery areas.• Collaborate with facility management to integrate IPC/WASH measures into daily operations and care practices.2. Quality of Care and Infection Reduction:• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of IPC/WASH strategies and their impact on reducing infections and improving quality of care.• Provide training and support to healthcare staff on IPC/WASH protocols and best practices, including hand hygiene and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).3. Facility Assessments and Monitoring:• Conduct regular assessments of the facility's IPC/WASH practices using standardized indicators and health monitoring programs.• Identify areas for improvement and develop action plans to address gaps in IPC/WASH practices.• Compliance and Documentation:• Ensure the facility complies with national and international IPC/WASH guidelines and standards.• Maintain accurate records of IPC/WASH activities, including audits, assessments, and training sessions.4. Stakeholder Engagement and Coordination:• Work closely with facility management, healthcare staff, and other stakeholders to promote a culture of safety and quality in the facility.• Participate in ongoing global and country initiatives related to IPC/WASH in healthcare settings.5. Continuous Professional Development:• Stay up to date with the latest developments in IPC/WASH practices and standards.• Contribute to the development of preservice and post-service curriculums for healthcare workers in the facility, focusing on IPC/WASH measures.

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  UNICEF

  • Juba, Central Equatoria, South Sudan

  • WASH Consultant - Rapid assessment of Hand pump Spare parts and Sanitation Products Supply Chain

    • Jun 2023 - Nov 2023
    • Juba, Central Equatoria, South Sudan

    1. Identify and map the supply chain(s) of pump spare parts and sanitation products in four project sites (Rumbek, Torit, Yambio and Bor): from international/national manufacturers to users, and including all intermediaries (private sector, NGOs, UN, government), including the availability of spare parts and sanitation products, type of handpumps spare parts and sanitation products in demand, the distribution channels used, and the challenges faced in managing the supply chain. This includes the following components: - Take stock of private sector pump spare parts and sanitation entrepreneurs.- Assess services and products offered by the public and private sector, particularly spare parts, toilet materials and other sanitation products, installation services- Assess consumer preferences in rural areas of the selected sites- Identify gaps and bottlenecks in the supply chain and potential market opportunities2. Identify options for competitive business models, including most cost-efficient technology recommendations for the development/strengthening of a private sector lead supply chain based on existing local enterprises; clearly stating the prerequisites, necessary conditions, and current constraints and risks for its commercial viability3. Identify any specific requirements/guidelines that should be followed by implementers/service delivery agents to ensure the sustainability of handpumps spare parts and sanitation products in South Sudan. 4. Provide recommendations that will enable the market to provide quality produces, sustainably.

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  World Relief

  • Blue Nile and South Kordofan States, Sudan

  • Area Manager

    • Mar 2021 - Mar 2023
    • Blue Nile and South Kordofan States, Sudan

    1. Support the coordination of all projects in Blue Nile and South Kordofan States in close communication and collaboration with the Program Manager and Country Director.2. Support the oversight of ongoing programs:I. Facilitate monitoring of the projects with project staff, to review project progress, review beneficiary feedback, identify corrective actions required, and capture learning.II. Support the oversight and monitoring of staff operating in remote areas via email and SAT phone contact, and collaborate with relevant WR representatives on the ground to ensure that proper procedures and best practices are followed in project implementation.3. Ensure program operations are functional:I. Prioritize needs for resource sharing with WR assets.II. In close collaboration with Project Managers, Finance Manager, and the Logistics Manager, support in managing project budgets, and finance and logistics staff, ensuring project budgets are calendared, a procurement plan is in place, and assisting project staff in managing specific project budget lines, monitoring expenditure to budgets and identify any corrective actions required.4. Strategic Project ManagementI. Lead on conducting assessments and shaping of new project proposals in new areas, in accordance with the program strategy in close communication with other international staff.II. Support in development of project proposals (narrative, log frame, activity schedule and budgets)III. Support in provision of interim and final project reports for submission to donors in accordance with the reporting schedule and the required reporting formats.

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  Concern Worldwide

  • The Republic of Sudan

  • WASH Advisor in the Sudan

    • Nov 2017 - Jun 2021
    • The Republic of Sudan

    • Contribute to defining the country strategy as well as the strategy and positioning of the WASH technical department1. Accounting for Disaster Risk Management in WASH strategy and projects, including participation in drafting the Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan (EPRP)2. Identifying the themes for sectoral advocacy specific to the mission, in collaboration with the Country Director• Oversee the implementation of, and ensure reporting on, programs/projects.• Validation of the key stages and methodologies of the projects being undertaken (timetable, systematic KAP survey (baseline/final), technical studies, calls for tender, specifications, community approach, external evaluations...)1. Preparation of BoQs, Specifications, and Drawings for WASH Infrastructure2. Was responsive for WASH Program Quality & Impact metrics3. Capacity Building of WASH Staff on technical and software roles through informed 360 degrees performance appraisal and resourcing of the staff capacity building kitty• Geotechnical Investigations: Used simple field techniques to test engineering properties of soil to find out soil bearing capacity (through standard monographs) for raised steel tank foundations and Earth dams. This includes borehole coring, rock-chip sampling and subsequent lithologic analysis, soil testing through hydrometer methods and sieve analysis to inform structural integrity of the facilities• Water Contracts Management: Designing construction contracts and managing building and drilling contractors making sure that the contracts are executed in a timely and quality manner (for boreholes, water yards, stand-pipes, earth dams e.t.c). This includes building the capacity of the local staff to oversee and supervise artisans in the construction of public sanitary facilities• Compile monthly WASH statistics and activity report and submit to MEAL department for HQ & donor.

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  World Vision USA

  • Nyala, South Darfur - advising both South Darfur and Blue Nile States Portfilio

  • WASH Advisor

    • Jul 2016 - Nov 2017
    • Nyala, South Darfur - advising both South Darfur and Blue Nile States Portfilio

    • Overall responsibility for the management of the Environmental/WASH programme in Sudan while providing technical expertise to the Environmental/WASH Staff, communities, partners in selecting of appropriate and sustainable WASH development options.• Ensure that the vital elements of community participation, contribution, ownership and sustainability are being addressed with all Environmental/WASH interventions.• Support Design and Assessments/studies that are geared towards identifying existing hygiene and sanitation practices, Environmental -related health risks, barriers to safe hygiene practices and priorities in target communities and schools.• Working closely with the Environmental /WASH Staff, undertake analysis of data/assessment findings to inform on design of WASH Strategies and approaches that are sustainable and in line with the (Sudan Ministry of Irrigation and Water resources, Ministry of Environment and Physical Development, Ministry of Health, HAC WASH dept., etc. ) community strategies• Contribute towards development of Country strategic plan, specific Environmental /WASH outputs for program integration (HIV, GBV Nutrition), and design of new WASH programs.• Support the Environmental /WASH team in designing community training modules in line with the Sudan Ministry of Irrigation and Water resources, Ministry of Environment and Physical Development, Ministry of Health, HAC WASH dept., etc. guidelines for use during trainings.• Support the Environmental /WASH team in conducting all community related WASH trainings targeted to Water Operators, Technicians, and Community Managers.

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  International Medical Corps

  • Yemen

  • Emergency WASH Program Manager

    • Jun 2015 - May 2016
    • Yemen

    The Yemen response has WASH teams working along side the Ng FI and Health and Nutrition teams to ensure quick multi-sector assistance to affected communities. They provide emergency (pumping and treatment, chlorination points, emergency sanitation etc.) as well as semi-durable (spring catchment, rehabilitation of wells, construction of public and family latrines etc.) technical solutions, and promote good hygiene practices to prevent the transmission of waterborne diseases. SCOPEI lead the WASH component of the IMC Yemen response, ensuring that WASH interventions are rapid, relevant, high-quality, well planned and accountable both to the donor and to the beneficiaries in Sana’a, Eden & Lahj and Taiz Governorates. I supervise the Yemen WASH teams to ensure real-time response

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  Action Against Hunger | ACF-USA

  • Juba, South Sudan

  • WASH Technical Coordinator

    • Mar 2014 - Mar 2015
    • Juba, South Sudan

    I. Contribute to defining the country strategy as well as the strategy and positioning of the WASH technical department1. Understanding of the humanitarian situation regarding WASH and the context of intervention by the field teams, and its continuous, systematic and thorough monitoring2. Accounting for DRM in WASH strategy and projects, including participation in drafting the Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan (EPRP)3. Identifying the themes for sectoral advocacy specific to the mission, in collaboration with the Country DirectorII. Coordinate the identification of needs and the formulation of project proposals1. Formulating and implementing feasibility studies of WASH projects (public health, technical, socio-economic, cultural and environmental aspects)2. Contributing to seeking donors for his/her sector, holding technical discussions, and exchanging information with these donorsIII. Oversee the implementation of, and ensure reporting on, programs/projects1. Validation of the key stages and methodologies of the projects being undertaken (timetable, systematic KAP survey (baseline/final), technical studies, calls for tender, specifications, community approach, external evaluations...)IV. Ensure the active participation of ACF in national sectoral coordination and technical forums and develop sectoral partnerships1. Representing ACF in sectoral coordination at national and sub-national levels (sectoral and/or cluster) and with the technical authorities2. Facilitate ACF contribution to the various action plans in the WASH sector (Consolidated Appeal Process, Flash Appeal, Inter-Agency Contingency Plan, Hyogo Framework for Action, national sectoral strategy etc)V. Team management1. Evaluation of the technical performance of WASH teams (PM, Deputy Head of Department, Specialists)2. Developing WASH competencies throughout the mission

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  Medair

  • Based in Hargeisa, Somaliland

  • WASH Advisor

    • Dec 2012 - Jun 2013
    • Based in Hargeisa, Somaliland

    I. WASH Project Management1) Maintain an overview of the country WASH programme(s) and of the regional context, with a view to strategically developing new projects in current sites and / or in surrounding regions2) Provide technical support to the WASH teams in all project sites, including the evaluation and impact analysis of current projects and the writing of donor proposals and reports within the required timeframesII. Representation1) Develop and maintain relationships with UN, NGOs, donors, partners and other stakeholders, with the objective of raising public awareness of Medair and ensuring good co-operation and partnerships.2) Seek out relevant networks or task groups on specific WASH-related humanitarian aid issues and actively participate, if possibleIII. Staff Management1) Ensure that all WASH staff are adequately trained and, if necessary, create possibilities for capacity building, mentoring and coaching, within budget constraints. Plan and develop training material as required2) Support line managers in inductions and appraisals of WASH staff, particularly with regard to technical skillsIV. Financial Management• Work with the relevant field managers and HQ staff to plan and construct WASH budgets• Ensure the WASH project expenditure is in line with approved budgets, advising on potential under / over spend and recommending appropriate corrective actionI. Financial Management1) Work with the relevant field managers and HQ staff to plan and construct WASH budgets2) Ensure the WASH project expenditure is in line with approved budgets, advising on potential under / over spend and recommending appropriate corrective actionV. Quality Management1) Ensure WASH projects are implemented in line with donor proposals and requirements and in accordance with Medair, donor, country and international standards e.g. Sphere and HAP standards, WHO recommendations, etc.

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  CARE Canada

  • Garisaa, North Eastern Kenya

  • Program Manager

    • Nov 2003 - Nov 2012
    • Garisaa, North Eastern Kenya

    I. Strategic Programme Management1) Lead the Field Programme Management Team in developing the Field Office Annual Operational Plans according to CARE guidelines, and ensuring effective delivery of the Programme2) Lead in compiling the quarterly Programme progress towards accomplishment of the Annual Operational Plans and submit to Sector Manager by the 5th of the first month in the next quarterII. Technical Oversight1) Manage field needs assessment / baseline surveys / feasibility studies in Water and Sanitation activities and determining most appropriate water supply options for the communities2) Ensuring that community participatory methodologies are integrated in CARE workIII. Emergency Preparedness Planning and Response1) Represent CARE International In Kenya in the Local Government Emergency Planning Teams 2) Coordinate Emergency Response Teams in preparedness and field office strategic focus while ensuring that each member performs his/her role for quality humanitarian responseIV. Oversight of Grants Management1) Oversee and ensure that all grants have effective monitoring and evaluation systems2) Review and finalize grants reports ensuring that donor guidelines are followed and high standards met.V. Human Resources & Security Management1) Ensure with support from the Sector Manager and HR, appropriate staffing of the field programme office, planning and implementing specific actions to recruit, manage and motivate staff in the field office2) Serve as the security focal point for the field office and sub offices and provide regular updates and analysis to the Officer in Charge of the Sub Office & the Safety and Security Coordinator as appropriate.