Watsan Technician Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) Liwale, Lindi, Tanzania
Job Type: Full-Time
Closing Date: 30th October 2023
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Watsan Technician

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an international, independent medical humanitarian organization that delivers emergency aid to people affected by armed conflict, epidemics, natural disasters, and exclusion from healthcare. MSF offers assistance based on need, irrespective of race, religion, gender, or political affiliation, and is guided by the principles of neutrality and impartiality. These principles apply to all MSF staff.

Main Purpose

Support the Watsan Supervisor in the implementation, monitoring, maintenance, and troubleshooting of water, hygiene, and sanitation activities and infrastructure in the project, according to MSF protocols, standards, and procedures, to improve health and living conditions for the target population.

Accountabilities

MSF Section/Context-Specific Accountabilities

Carry out all water and sanitation-related activities in MSF premises:

Implement and supervise WASH activities in MoH-supported facilities:

Reporting

Produce weekly and monthly reports of WASH activities in supported premises and facilities, using data collected according to given templates.

MSF Context in Tanzania

MSF has worked intermittently in Tanzania since 1993, supporting the Ministry of Health (MoH) in a variety of areas, particularly in primary and secondary healthcare and epidemic responses (e.g., cholera, malaria, HIV/AIDS). MSF’s latest intervention started in May 2015 with a response to a cholera outbreak in Kigoma region. The Liwale project, launched in December 2022, supports MoH in community-based primary and secondary healthcare for mothers and children under 5. MSF currently supports 7 health facilities, including 4 secondary health care facilities (1 district hospital, 3 health centers), and 3 primary health care facilities offering BEmONC and CEmONC services.

Minimum Educational Qualifications

Technical certification or proven background, preferably with a specialization in water and sanitation.

Experience

Previous experience in technical works.

Knowledge

Computer literacy, Basic plumbing skills, tool usage, basic calculation skills, and basic skills in stock management.

Languages

Basic spoken English and Kiswahili are essential.

Competencies

MSF encourages women and individuals from minority groups to apply. MSF is committed to a safe work environment with zero tolerance for any form of abuse.

Application Details

All interested candidates must submit their motivation letter, CV, and copy of relevant professional certificates no later than Friday, January 31st, 2025, at 4:00 PM. Please quote the job title on the email subject as “WATSAN TECHNICIAN”.

Applications should be sent to: MSFCH-Tanzania-Recruitment@geneva.msf.org

Alternatively, applications can be submitted at MSF offices located at Uporoto Street, Plot No.74, House No.22, Ursino Estate, Victoria, Dar es Salaam, or in Nduta Refugees Camp, Kibondo District, or MSF Guest House Kibondo, or at the MSF office in Liwale, Lindi.

MSF values the protection of personal data, and by submitting an application, you consent to the use of your data solely for the recruitment process. Your data will be kept confidential, and only individuals involved in the recruitment process will have access to it. MSF does not sell personal data under any circumstances.

At MSF, we are committed to an inclusive culture, encouraging diversity in the workplace and fostering an environment where diverse voices contribute to better outcomes for patients and communities. MSF does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, discrimination, or harassment. All selected candidates will undergo reference checks.

Please note: Applying to MSF is free of charge, and MSF does not charge applicants to consider their application. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.