🇸🇱 Job Vacancies @ The Water and Sanitation Promotion (WaSAP) – 5 Positions
The Water and Sanitation Promotion (WaSAP) is recruiting to fill the following positions:
1.) Mechanic & Auto Electrician
2.) Finance & Admin Officer
3.) Driller
4.) Construction Supervisor
5.) Sanitation Marketing Officer
See job details and how to apply below.
1.) Mechanic & Auto Electrician
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Position: Mechanic & Auto Electrician
Closing Date: 15th December 2023
The Water and Sanitation Promotion (WaSAP) Company (SL) Ltd was established as a social business to provide WASH services in rural and peri urban communities in Sierra Leone. WaSAP commenced operations in 2021. Since we started, our main revenue stream has been sales from projects, which has created an over-reliance on these institutions that are giving us the projects and risks our sustainability because of the nature of projects. To strengthen our business model starting in 2023, we want to have a strong focus on retail sales such that we grow that segment and diversify our revenue streams. To achieve this, the company is hiring a sales Director that will lead in implementing activities that will grow this segment while continuing to work in rural and peri-urban communities.
Contract Duration:
One year with the possibility of extension.
Job Objective(S):
Based in Mattru Jong, Bonthe District, the Mechanic & Auto Electrician will work closely with us under the supervision of the Line Manager and in close collaboration with the Director of Technology.
Key Responsibilities:
Under the overall supervision of Line Manager, and working in close collaboration with the Director of Technology the Mechanic & Auto Electrician will perform the following tasks:
- Maintenance the mechanical and electrical aspect of drilling rig, compressor equipment and vehicles.
- Safeguard the machinery and equipment while it is away in the field.
- Ensure the safety of workers.
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- Follow regular maintenance schedule to keep all equipment and machinery in good working order.
- Be flexible and adaptable in your work environment whiles directing your effort where it is mostly needed.
Desirable Qualifications, skills, and Competencies
- Diploma or certificate in mechanical engineering or other related fields.
- Good communication and report writing skills and working knowledge of English is an added advantage.
- Professional experience in repairing machineries, equipment, and vehicles.
- A high level of resilience and readiness to travel and work in remote areas.
- Having a valid driver’s license and being able to ride a motorbike and drive a vehicle is an added advantage.
Starting date:
Immediately after interview
Mode of Application
Email application (CV only) to [email protected]
2.) Finance & Admin Officer
Vacancy Announcement
Position: Finance & Admin Officer
Closing Date: 15th December 2023
The Water and Sanitation Promotion (WaSAP) Company (SL) Ltd was established as a social business to provide WASH services in rural and peri urban communities in Sierra Leone. WaSAP commenced operations in 2021. Since we started, our main revenue stream has been sales from projects, which has created an over-reliance on these institutions that are giving us the projects and risks our sustainability because of the nature of projects. To strengthen our business model starting in 2023, we want to have a strong focus on retail sales such that we grow that segment and diversify our revenue streams. To achieve this, the company is hiring a sales Director that will lead in implementing activities that will grow this segment while continuing to work in rural and peri-urban communities.
Contract Duration:
One year with the possibility of extension.
ROLE PROFILE:
We need a highly organized, enthusiastic, and motivated person who will be based in Mattru Jong, Bonthe District to support our team to help ensure the smooth, efficient running of our project.
The team work very closely together and this position reports directly to the accountant. The role plays a vital part in the administration and smooth running of the project and is pivotal in the co-ordination and implementation of office procedures.
Complete responsibility for the finance function, including input to Cashflow, expenses processing and supplier payments.
The Finance and Administration Officer has the responsibility to deal with enquiries and requests including postage, photocopying, telephone answering, mail management. The postholder will also have frequent responsibility for specific projects and tasks.
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Duties and Responsibilities:
Under the overall supervision of Accountant and working in close collaboration with the Head of projects. the Finance and Admin Officer will perform the following tasks:
- Maintain existing financial systems including petty cash, expenses, mileage claims, income & expenditure records, process all payments through Cashflow and monthly bank reconciliation.
- Responsible for management of the company’s cashboxes, guarantee that the money is disburse and /or the advances are given in accordance with the finance policy, and from the right cashboxes and allocated on the relevant project(s)
- Regular cash reconciliation (By ensuring that physical cash balances are matching cashbook records)
- Do a follow up on settlement of receivables to staff for project Activities at the end of each month.
- Collect all the relevant supporting documents regarding the expenses/Purchases/payments made in the field.
- Supports the Accountant in the preparation of vouchers before audits, internally or with Partner.
- Ensure the correct filing of all the financial and administrative documents.
- Ensure government laws are follow regards deduction of WHT from suppliers.
- Check the vouchers and the relevant supporting documents i.e., quality, authenticity, reliability, accuracy, and fairness.
- Advance should be settled before any other advance is raised by any programme staff and make sure all advances are recorded in a file. • Overseeing billing processes to recover money owed by consumers or customers.
Desirable Qualifications, skills, and Competencies
- BSc in Accounting/Finance or other related fields such as bookkeeping or accounting.
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- They must be knowledgeable about the Microsoft Office suite and accounting programs like Microsoft word, Excel, and QuickBooks. • Good communication and report writing skills and working knowledge of English.
- Coordination and organizational skills
- A high level of resilience and readiness to travel and work in remote areas.
- Ability to be proactive and work independently.
- Good team player, creative, flexible, and capable of working in a fast moving environment.
Starting date:
Immediately after interview
Mode of Application
Email application (CV only) to [email protected]
3.) Driller
Vacancy Announcement
Position: Driller
Closing Date: 15th December 2023
The Water and Sanitation Promotion (WaSAP) Company (SL) Ltd was established as a social business to provide WASH services in rural and peri urban communities in Sierra Leone. WaSAP commenced operations in 2021. Since we started, our main revenue stream has been sales from projects, which has created an over-reliance on these institutions that are giving us the projects and risks our sustainability because of the nature of projects. To strengthen our business model starting in 2023, we want to have a strong focus on retail sales such that we grow that segment and diversify our revenue streams. To achieve this, the company is hiring a sales Director that will lead in implementing activities that will grow this segment while continuing to work in rural and peri-urban communities.
Contract Duration:
One year with the possibility of extension.
Job Objective(S):
Based in Mattru Jong, Bonthe District, the Driller will work closely with us under the supervision of the Line Manager and in close collaboration with the Director of Technology.
Key Responsibilities:
Under the overall supervision of Line Manager, and working in close collaboration with the Director of Technology the Driller will perform the following tasks:
- Operate the drilling rig & compressor equipment.
- Move the drilling rig equipment to and fro.
- Safeguard the machinery and equipment while it is away in the field. • Ensure the safety of workers.
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- Follow regular maintenance schedule to keep all equipment in good working order.
- Be flexible and adaptable in your work environment whiles directing your effort where it is mostly needed.
Desirable Qualifications, skills, and Competencies
- Diploma or certificate in borehole drilling or other related fields. • Good communication and report writing skills and working knowledge of English.
- Professional experience in drilling in various environments and lithologies using different methods.
- A high level of resilience and readiness to travel and work in remote areas.
- Ability to be proactive and work independently.
- Experience working with community-driven development and participatory methodologies.
- Having a valid driver’s license and being able to ride a motorbike and drive a vehicle is an added advantage.
Starting date:
Immediately after interview
Mode of Application
Email application (CV only) to [email protected]
4.) Construction Supervisor
Vacancy Announcement
Position: Construction Supervisor
Closing Date: 15th December 2023
The Water and Sanitation Promotion (WaSAP) Company (SL) Ltd was established as a social business to provide WASH services in rural and peri urban communities in Sierra Leone. WaSAP commenced operations in 2021. Since we started, our main revenue stream has been sales from projects, which has created an over-reliance on these institutions that are giving us the projects and risks our sustainability because of the nature of projects. To strengthen our business model starting in 2023, we want to have a strong focus on retail sales such that we grow that segment and diversify our revenue streams. To achieve this, the company is hiring a sales Director that will lead in implementing activities that will grow this segment while continuing to work in rural and peri-urban communities.
Contract Duration:
One year with the possibility of extension.
Job Objective(S):
Based in Mattru Jong, Bonthe District, the Construction Supervisor – Institutional WASH will work closely with The WASH Technician under the supervision of the Line Manager and in close collaboration with the Director of Technology.
Key Responsibilities:
Under the overall supervision of Line Manager, and working in close collaboration with the Director of Technology the Construction supervisor will perform the following tasks:
- Work with WaSAP Lead Technician to conduct a continual review of the designs and functionality of the constructed or rehabilitated water supply systems to ensure efficient operation and sustainability.
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- Act as the technical person in the development of Bill of Quantities and designs for all WASH works on the various communities including but not limited to latrines construction, water points, and rehabilitation in the target communities.
- Work with the WaSAP Lead Technician to design templates, construction contracts for WASH-related works, and a system for monitoring the progress and performance of hired technicians.
- Provide rigorous supervision of WASH hardware works in the various communities.
- Provide technical inputs in the production of WaSAP regular reports internally and externally: Weekly, monthly, quarterly, etc.
- Liaise with the WaSAP Lead Technician on the quantity and quality of materials to be requested and requests on time for prompt delivery to the site.
- Be involved in capacity building of Water Management Committees (WMCs) on routine maintenance techniques and maintaining the constructed or rehabilitated WASH infrastructure.
- Ensure that the Water Management Committees and VSLA groups work closely to ensure funds are available to maintenance the WASH infrastructure.
- Provide updates to the Project Manager on the state of Water and Sanitation infrastructure by working closely with the trained WMCs committees regularly.
- Maintaining an accurate record and taking proper care of all field equipment and material stocks for the company as per WaSAP standard.
- Cooperate with local authorities and local communities – attending meetings, taking notes, informing the Project Manager about the outcome of meetings attended.
- Promote the use of water filters and sell water filters inline agreed target.
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Any other assigned task by the Line Manager
Desirable Qualifications, skills, and Competencies
- BSc or Diploma in civil engineering, architectural design, Bill of Quantities, or other related fields.
- Good communication and report writing skills and working knowledge of English.
- Coordination and organizational skills.
- Professional experience and background in WASH; experience in WASH construction facilities and supervision.
- A high level of resilience and readiness to travel and work in remote areas.
- Ability to be proactive and work independently.
- Experience working with community-driven development and participatory methodologies.
- Experience in networking with government and private sector stakeholders at district and national level
- Good team player, creative, flexible, and capable of working in a fast moving environment.
- The ability to speak the local dialect (Mende) of operational communities is an advantage.
- Have a valid driver’s license and can ride a motorbike.
Starting date:
Immediately after interview
Mode of Application
Email application (CV only) to [email protected]
5.) Sanitation Marketing Officer
Vacancy Announcement
Position: Sanitation Marketing Officer
Closing Date: 15th December 2023
The Water and Sanitation Promotion (WaSAP) Company (SL) Ltd was established as a social business to provide WASH services in rural and peri-urban communities in Sierra Leone. WaSAP commenced operations in 2021. Since we started, our main revenue stream has been sales from projects, which has created an over-reliance on these institutions that are giving us the projects and risks our sustainability because of the nature of projects. To strengthen our business model starting in 2023, we want to have a strong focus on retail sales such that we grow that segment and diversify our revenue streams. To achieve this, the company is hiring a sales Director that will lead in implementing activities that will grow this segment while continuing to work in rural and peri-urban communities.
Contract Duration:
One year with the possibility of extension.
Job Objective(S):
Based in Mattru Jong, Bonthe District, the Sanitation Marketing Officer will be responsible for all aspects to Roll out LANN approach in project communities to create linkages between WASH and Nutrition and promote positive behavior adoption in WASH and nutrition on project communities’ business development, sales, marketing, social media, and more.
Key Responsibilities:
Under the overall supervision of Line Manager, and working in close collaboration with the Director of Technology the Sanitation Marketing Officer will perform the following tasks:
- Conduct market research to identify trends, consumer preferences, and competitors in the sanitation and water filter industry.
- Analyze data to develop insights that inform marketing strategies and product positioning.
- Develop and execute comprehensive marketing strategies to promote sanitation and water filter products.
- Roll out LANN approach in project communities to create linkages between WASH and Nutrition and promote positive behavior adoption in WASH and nutrition on project communities.
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- Facilitate community mobilization for the construction of WASH facilities in target project communities and promote a maintenance culture to ensure sustainability of WASH facilities.
- Establish and monitor the operations of VSLA groups in all project locations and ensure appropriate linkages with community structures to facilitate the availability of finance to fund the repairs of damage public WASH facilities and investments in household sanitation.
- Champion all hygiene promotion activities to facilitate the adoption of positive WASH behaviors in project communities.
- Monitor and report on hygiene promotion outputs of the project and ensure that the information on Akvo Flow or mwater is always reliable and up to date.
- Create and implement promotional campaigns to increase awareness and drive adoption of sanitation and water filter products.
- Develop compelling marketing materials, including brochures, online content, and advertisements.
- Utilize digital marketing channels, including social media, email campaigns, and online advertising, to reach target audiences and drive engagement. • Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, NGOs, distributors, and retailers.
- Collaborate with partners to amplify marketing efforts and reach a broader audience.
- Support the design of curriculum and conducting training for EMAS technicians on hygiene promotion and working closely with trained technicians to promote EMAS technologies (EMAS wells, latrines, handwashing stations, shower rooms, etc)
Desirable Qualifications, skills, and Competencies
- BSc in Public Health, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or other related fields
- Good communication and report writing skills and working knowledge of English.
- Coordination and organizational skills
- Professional experience and background in WASH; experience in WASH Self Supply and Sanitation Marketing is an added value.
- A high level of resilience and readiness to travel and work in remote areas.
- Ability to be proactive and work independently.
- Experience working with community-driven development and participatory methodologies.
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- Experience in networking with government and private sector stakeholders at district and national level
- Good team player, creative, flexible, and capable of working in a fast-moving environment.
- The ability to speak the local dialect (Mende) of operational communities is an advantage.
- Have a valid driver’s license and can ride a motorbike.
Starting date:
Immediately after interview
Mode of Application
Email application (CV only) to [email protected]