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ZOA Uganda

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Job Title:

Project Coordinator, WASH (OCHA Project)

Organisation:

ZOA Uganda

Duty Station:

Kiryandongo, Uganda

About Organisation:

ZOA is an international NGO that inspired by Christian identity and biblical message of reconciliation and restoration of a broken world with its headquarters in the Netherlands. ZOA operate in fifteen countries on and on three continents. At ZOA we provide relief to people affected by conflict or natural disasters, contribute to a new perspective of hope in which people work together for a promising future in dignity and mutual trust. Together with the affected communities we work on the recovery of their livelihoods.

Job

Summary

• The Project Coordinator, with support from the Project Manager WASH is responsible for the day-to-day coordination around the planning and implementation of WASH activities under the OCHA funded humanitarian project in Kiryandongo, Palorinya or Rhino Camp refugee settlements.
• He/She will oversee implementation of activities in two Outcome areas:
• Improved access to safe, reliable and equitable water supply for vulnerable communities in Palorinya, Rhino Camp and Kiryandongo refugee settlements.
• Reduced risk of WASH-related disease outbreaks through emergency sanitation and hygiene support for vulnerable refugee and host-community communities in Palorinya, Rhino Camp and Kiryandongo refugee settlements.
• Key Duties and

Responsibilities

• General
• Support needs assessments, project reviews, and post-project impact assessments as needed and advised;
• Actively participate in preparation of proposals, CN, technical description, and budget development jointly with the project team members .
• Produce detail implementation plan for the WASH component of the project in the host community and refugees. Periodically, update and ensure that progress in accordance with the plan.
• Ensure that WASH projects are implemented in a timely and professional manner, according to goal, objectives, and indicators and in line with ZOA, Ugandan government and donor requirements.
• Ensure proper documentation of WASH activities/data and experiences by the local partner and the community structure.
• Conduct regular monitoring and technical support visits to project sites and camps;
• Actively participate in the review of WASH activity plan, Spending plan and procurement plan and ensure timely delivery.
• Coordinates project activities in line with the workplan to achieve optimal project outputs and outcomes in line with ZOA/donor procedures and targets;
• Support the Deputy program manager in conducting WASH capacity needs assessment with the local partner organization implementing the wash component of the project
• Reporting
• Provide inputs to implementation plans and activity/monthly reports;
• Identify, document lessons learned and best practices;
• Prepare and submit well written success stories;
• Contribute to project reports or implementation plans as required by supervisor;
• Collect monitoring data according to ZOA’s systems and activities in the project;
• Representation and coordination with relevant partners in Kiryandongo context on issues around WASH
• Actively participate in the required and relevant technical working groups;
• Participate in relevant coordination meetings concerning the project.
• Regular coordination with local government actors and relevant district offices; OPM, UNHCR and other NGO partners.
• Contact with other project specific actors, e.g. consultants or service providers.
• Human Resource Management
• Ensure the Hygiene promoters have weekly and monthly targets;
• Conduct weekly or monthly meeting to achieve targets;
• Provide technical support through coaching and mentorship of hygiene promoters for quality implementation of project activities.
• Ensure procurement request are put on system for approval and finance requested accordingly
• Initiate timely purchase requisition of project goods/services;
• Ensure expenses within outcome 3 are in line with approved budget;
• Provide appropriate codes for expenses.
• Accountability
• Sensitize all stakeholders (beneficiaries, service providers, partners, government and other) on feedback and complaint mechanisms implemented by ZOA Uganda
• Upon receipt of a complaint or feedback, ensure that it is correctly documented following correct reporting procedures
• Understand ZOA’s code of conduct and safeguarding policies, ensure adherence to these policies and that project activities are implemented with a “Do No Harm” approach
• Qualifications, Skills and

Experience

Deadline: 6th October 2026

• Identity
• The candidate is expected to fully support the vision, mission and Christian values 0f ZOA (see https://www.zoa-international.com/corporate-identity: https://www.zoa-international.com/corporate-identity )
• Knowledge &
• University degree in Hydraulic Engineering, Water Resource Engineering, environmental or public health or other related fields.
• 4+ years’
• in WASH, preferably in a humanitarian setting (refugee camps, rural development, or emergency response) for first degree
• in localisation approaches and working with local organisations
• A good command of English, including written reporting and activity reporting
• of working with People with Disabilities is a plus
• working in the refugee settlement context is advantageous
• of working with OCHA or on emergency projects is desired
• High level of networking capacities
• of data analysis software (Arc GIS and SPSS) is an asset
• of Engineering Software (Watercad, Epanet and Auto CAD etc)
• Knowledge of domestic water supply system hydraulic design
• Excellent communication and interpersonal
• Able to bridge differences and bring people together from different backgrounds
• Motivated to work independently / self-managing
• Good computer skills: Ms Excel and Ms Word;
• Self-motivator, able to take initiatives with limited supervision;
• Ability to drive a motorcycle with valid driving/riding license is a MUST.
• Attitude/behaviour:
• High level of personal integrity;
• Flexibility and adaptability;
• Interpersonal and cross-cultural sensitivity;
• Able to work under pressures and meet deadlines;
• Able to work in a sometimes fluid and innovative environment;
• Commitment to ZOA’s mission, vision and values (see https://www.zoa-international.com/corporate-identity: https://www.zoa-international.com/corporate-identity )
• How to Apply:
• All suitably qualified and Interested applicants should apply online at the link below.
• Opens the employer’s application page
• Apply Now →
• NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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• Level of
• in Months: 48
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Education

• bachelor degree
• Work Hours: 8