WASH Program Manager

Job Posting Organization:
Solidarités International (SI) is an international humanitarian aid association that has been operational for over 40 years. The organization focuses on providing assistance to populations affected by armed conflicts and natural disasters, addressing their basic needs for food, water, and shelter. SI is particularly dedicated to combating diseases linked to unsafe water, which is a leading cause of death globally. The organization operates in 26 countries and employs around 3,200 individuals, including expatriates, national staff, and volunteers. SI is committed to professionalism and cultural respect in its interventions, ensuring that aid is delivered effectively and sensitively to those in need.

Job Overview:
The WASH Program Manager is tasked with achieving the objectives of the WASH program at the North-East Syria (NES) level. This role involves ensuring the quality, relevance, and timely implementation of WASH initiatives. The manager will supervise WASH teams and provide technical support to various bases and sub-bases. The position requires a proactive approach to project design and quality assurance, including contributing to assessments, evaluations, and strategic planning. The WASH Program Manager will also be responsible for monitoring program quality and effectiveness, ensuring compliance with organizational standards and donor requirements, and adapting programs to meet evolving needs. This role is critical in maintaining the integrity and impact of WASH interventions in a challenging humanitarian context.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The WASH Program Manager will have a comprehensive set of responsibilities, including:

• Project Design & Quality: Contributing to assessments and evaluations, proposing activities based on needs and context, preparing technical designs and tender documents, ensuring compliance with SI standards, and monitoring program quality and sustainability.
• Implementation & Monitoring: Planning WASH activities, supervising implementation against deadlines and quality standards, identifying operational challenges, and providing technical input for procurement.
• Capitalization: Documenting lessons learned and good practices, supporting the introduction of new methodologies, and ensuring proper documentation of procurement and handover reports.
• Personnel Management: Participating in recruitment, supporting expatriate staff, identifying training needs, and managing direct reports.
• Reporting & Representation: Reporting on security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security developments, preparing timely reports for donors, maintaining relationships with stakeholders, and representing SI in relevant forums.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Water and Sanitation, Civil/Environmental Engineering, Hydrology, Public Health, Water Resources Management, or a related technical field. Additionally, relevant professional experience in humanitarian WASH programming is required. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in the humanitarian sector and a minimum of 2 years in a similar position. Strong technical expertise in WASH programming, including assessments, technical design, and compliance with quality standards, is essential. Candidates should also demonstrate strategic thinking, leadership, and strong interpersonal skills.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field such as Water and Sanitation, Civil/Environmental Engineering, Hydrology, Public Health, or Water Resources Management. This educational foundation should be complemented by relevant professional experience in humanitarian WASH programming, ensuring that candidates are well-equipped to handle the complexities of the role.

Experience:
The position requires candidates to have a minimum of 5 years of experience in the humanitarian sector, with at least 2 years in a similar role. This experience should encompass the full project cycle, from assessment and proposal design to implementation and monitoring. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to adapt programs to changing needs and contexts while ensuring compliance with donor requirements.

Languages:
English is the primary language for communication, report writing, and key job deliverables. Proficiency in Arabic is considered an asset, as it facilitates communication with colleagues and beneficiaries in the region.

Additional Notes:
The position is a salaried role with a monthly gross salary of 2,070 USD, along with a comprehensive benefits package. It is important to note that the proposed salary is subject to taxation and social security deductions in accordance with Syrian local laws. The contract is fixed-term and subject to renewal based on organizational needs, funding availability, and satisfactory performance. The desired start date for this position is December 1, 2026.