WASH Assistant in International Medical Corps

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Job description

The International Medical Corps provides safe, timely, effective, fair and patient-oriented care; offers solutions based on the needs of the beneficiary; applies an approach based on respect for human rights; provides access to the affected population; and treats patients in accordance with the principles of medical ethics outlined in the World Medical Association Manual of Medical Ethics. The International Medical Corps is accountable to patients and communities, as well as to the host government, the Ministry of Health, other relevant ministries, our organization and donors. The International Medical Corps is committed to a coordinated response to challenges and is working with the national health system and the humanitarian community. 

• Participate in the initial rapid assessment of the condition of connecting structures and systems of water supply, sanitation, hygiene (WASH)  to implement the integrated program and to ensure that the selection of the WASH event location takes into account international standards for Water, Sanitation and Hygiene systems in collaboration with the WASH team (engineering specialist, manager and coordinator).  

• Support implementation of Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) systems in locations in: medical facilities, communities (urban and rural), shelters, schools, educational institutions, including water supply (centralized and decentralized water supply systems, source selection, storage, treatment and distribution) and sanitation (sewerage systems), toilets) according toname of WASH specialist and manager; 

• As directed by the WASH Specialist and Manager, support the implementation of in place of solid waste, vector control, and drainage systems that fully consider local conditions, resources, customs, and cultural norms for COVID-related facilities. 

• Promote the proper promotion of health and hygiene among staff, patients and their caregivers; 

• Implement the most appropriate infection prevention and control measures (disinfection of work surfaces , disinfection of WASH facilities, cleaning, disinfection and sterilization), taking full account of local conditions, resources, customs and cultural norms; 

• Work closely with/supervise contractors for maintenance and repair of water supply and sewage facilities in health care facilities and public institutions; 

• Ensure that SPHERE and WHO standards (both qualitative and and quantitative) are considered throughout the program cycle and are well documented; 

• Provide the team with regular updates and technical guidance on progress, priorities and problems - orally and in writing. In addition, it is necessary to work closely with the WASH team (professional and manager) to obtain the necessary technical guidance and directions for the WASH intervention. 

Other

Perform other duties as assigned. The duties and tasks listed in this document are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and do not include the full range of tasks.

Minimum requirements 

• Bachelor's degree (preferably in engineering communications, civil engineering, or having a special qualification in engineering communications). 

• Minimum one year of work experience in designing and implementing Water Supply equipment, sanitation and hygiene (design of centralized and decentralized water supply and sewage systems) in emergency situations; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; 

• Good knowledge and understanding of the Water Supply, Sanitation, Hygiene, and its hardware and software; 

• Ability to effectively present information (both written and verbal) and respond appropriately to questions from senior management in the field , colleagues and higher government. 

• Ability to understand gender issues in service recipient groups. 

• Fluency in English (preferred). 

Would be an advantage

• Experience in various phases of emergency response including assessment,  development and implementation effective hygiene promotion measures in a humanitarian and development context; 

• Experience in WASH activities compatible with other humanitarian sectors; 

• Knowledge of languages ​​(Ukrainian, Russian, English). 

Rules of conduct

According to this position, the individual will drive and promote a culture of compliance and ethics throughout the organization and maintain a clear understanding of the International Medical Corps standards of compliance and ethics and donors, and adhere to these standards. Employees are also responsible for preventing violations of our code of conduct and ethics, which may include conflicts of interest, fraud, corruption or harassment. If you see, hear or become aware of a violation of the Code of Conduct and Ethics or the Security Policy, you have a responsibility to report it.  

If this is a supervisory position, should set an example of ethical behavior through own behavior and supervision of the work of others; ensure that those who report to you have sufficient knowledge and resources to comply with the standards set out in the code of conduct and ethics; monitor compliance of subordinate employees; consistently and fairly enforce the International Medical Corps code of conduct and ethics and policies, including safety and protection policies against harassment, bullying and sexual harassment in the workplace; support employees who raise such issues or concerns in good faith. 

Security

All employees share the responsibility and commitment to the safety and protection of the population with which we work, including particularly vulnerable categories of adults and children. This includes protecting against the following conduct by our employees or partners: sexual exploitation and abuse; labor exploitation, etcabuse or violence against children, adults at risk or LGBT representatives; any form of human trafficking.

Equal opportunities

International Medical Corps is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or veteran status.