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Hygiene Promotion Team Lead at Solidarites International

About the Organization

Solidarites International (SI) is an international humanitarian NGO which, for more than 40 years, has been providing assistance to populations affected by armed conflicts and natural disasters by meeting their vital needs for food, water and shelter. Particularly involved in the fight against diseases linked to unsafe water, the first cause of death in the world, SI’s interventions provide expertise in the field of access to drinking water, sanitation and hygiene promotion, but also in the essential area of food security and livelihoods. Present in around twenty countries, SI’s teams – 2000 people in total made up of expatriates, national staff, permanent staff at headquarters, and a few volunteers – work with professionalism and commitment while respecting cultures.

Solidarités International (SI) is determined to prevent and fight all type of abuse – all act of exploitation, abuse and/or sexual harassment (SEAH) against members of beneficiary communities or collaborators, fraud, corruption, violation of persons and/or property, funding of activities harmful to human rights – that could be perpetrated in the frame of its interventions. SI implements a zero-tolerance policy regarding acts of SEAH. Solidarités International is an equitable employer committed to find all forms of discrimination. SI will never ask for any remuneration to take part in a recruitment process.

About the job

Job Title: Hygiene Promotion Team Lead

Location: Monguno, Borno
Employment Type: Full-time

Mission / Objectives

Under the supervision of the Activity Manager and in functional link with the PM, the HP TL will lead and supervise all hygiene promotion related activities of the projects, respecting deadlines and technical requirements.
He/She will comply with the core humanitarian principles of neutrality, impartiality, humanity and independence as well as with the principles and mandate of Solidarités International at all times.
List of main tasks
Setting up the activities /control and supervision:

Plan the weekly activities for his/her team and have them approved by his/her Project Manager:
Plan human resources need (daily workers, workers…)
plan tool and material needs (request from stock)
anticipate administrative issues (requests in advance)
Anticipate logistics issues (transport, communication means…)
Organize and carry out, with his/her team, tasks assigned by his/her Project Manager
Supervise and monitor each stage of activity. Ensure that standards and instructions given by his/her Project Manager, as well as Solidarités procedures, are followed
Respect schedules and deadlines agreed upon with his/her Project Manager
Report back any problems and constraints encountered during the activities and suggest operational solutions

Logistics and Administration:

When recruiting daily workers, follow procedures and directives outlined by his/her Project manager and the administrative service
Train his/her team members to use and maintain the available tools correctly
Track usage with monitoring tools provided
Enforce safety procedures
Ensure that safety procedures are followed by members of his/her team
Monitor the quality and quantity of material delivered to working sites
Ensure the receipt and storage of material and equipment necessary for his/her work to be carried out on site

Reporting / communication:

Take part in weekly program meetings and clusters on request
Keep his/her monitoring tools and files archived in the Solidarités office, accessible to his/her Team Leader and/or project manager
Draw up and submit a weekly task report (which should include progress made by the team) to his/her project manager
Take part in the drafting of the monthly program pack
Establish and maintain good relations with local participants and communities (populations) in the operational fields
Listen to the populations and local participants in the field and report to his/her project manager any non-technical or safety-related issues which could affect the activities or safety of Solidarités International teams

Educational Requirements

Studies: Bsc in Public Health, Nursing and Midwifery, Environmental Health, Education or Similar Field
Experience: Candidate must possess 2 years of practical experience in similar position or 1 year experience (NGO or Public Sector). Previous experience with Solidarités International is highly desirable.
Languages: Strong communication skills are essential, with fluency in English mandatory. Proficiency in Hausa (additional local languages a plus)
Personal Qualities: Candidate should be reliable, honest, and accountable, with the ability to manage stress effectively. A team player with strong Technical Competence.
Computer Skills: The candidate should demonstrate solid proficiency in MS Office applications—particularly Word, PowerPoint, advanced Excel and Kobo Collect.
Project Related Skills: good knowledge of Project Cycle, Project implementation and Project Follow UP.
Female Candidates are highly preferred for this role.

What we offer

Salary + transport & housing allowance + social benefits+ Leave allowance (medical coverage, 24 days of Annual leaves per year, compassionate leaves, public holidays as announced by government, festive bonus, medical insurance, Life insurance – covering death and permanent disability) etc.

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Application Closing Date
14th May, 2025.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Apply for Hygiene Promotion Team Lead

Important Note

Select HP Team Leader, fill the form and attach your CV and Motivation letter.
The CV attached must be named with your first name and surname
Solidarites International reserves the right to end the application at any time.
This position is for Internal and External applicants.