WASH in Schools (WINS) Project Manager

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

 WASH in Schools (WINS) Project Manager

Plan International is a rights-based development and humanitarian organisation working for better lives for all children. We are independent of government and have no political or religious affiliation. Our purpose is to strive for a just world that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. We have been building powerful partnerships for children for more than 80 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries. Plan International began working in the Pacific in 2012 and has offices and staff in Pacific (SI) and PNG, in Bougainville and has an established regional office in Suva, Fiji.

Plan International Pacific is seeking to hire a full time WASH in Schools (WINS) Project Manage in Solomon Island/Honiara. He or she will be responsible for leading Plan International’s implementation of the ADB/Solomon Water WASH in Schools project. The role is responsible for leading the coordinating and implementation of PISI’s work plan and related project’s activities in Honiara City Council area and include leadership and oversight of two staff (WinS Engineer and WinS Coordinator).

The position will be managed by the Plan Solomon Islands Program Unit Director. He/ She will also be required to work closely with the Plan Australia Senior WASH Advisor who is the responsible Team Leader for the project. The role reports to Plan International Country Programme Manager – Solomon Islands.

Do you have what it takes to be successful in this role?

Technical

1. Bachelors Degree, Masters or equivalent in WASH, Construction or other relevant social science fields; along with relevant and quality work experience (>7) years of experience
2. Experience with WASH methodologies such as UNICEF 3-Star School standards, WASH in Schools, Water Safety Planning and/or WASH Construction.
3. Demonstrated skills and experience in coordinating, training, facilitating and capacity building of organisational staff, partners and community members and/or community-based organisations.
4. Experience with budget monitoring, procurement and narrative reporting of projects in English
5. Knowledge of the use of word, Excel and PowerPoint

Personal

1. Ability to be organised and self-motivated to adapt and adjust to implement activities effectively within changing power dynamics and stakeholder priorities.
2. Openness and enthusiasm for learning the new tools and approaches, and then being able to facilitate the learning of others in the Project tools.
3. Excellent interpersonal, relationship-building and social analysis and influencing skills specific to cultural and political context of Solomon Islands
4. Proven ability to work effectively in a team and with upper management
5. Good organizational and time management skills
6. Able to work well under pressure and meet all deadlines

Location: Honiara, Solomon Islands

Type of Role: WASH in Schools (WINS) Project Manager

Reports to: Country Programme Manager - Solomon Islands

Grade: D2

Closing Date: 17 February 2025

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