Position Summary:
ANURDO is seeking a motivated and qualified WASH Assistant to support the monitoring, observation, and coordination of WASH and water network activities in vulnerable and underserved communities in Afghanistan.
The WASH Assistant will be responsible for conducting regular field visits, monitoring construction progress and quality, documenting project activities, and reporting technical concerns and implementation challenges to the ANURDO WASH Engineer or designated supervisor. The position will also support community engagement, the establishment and training of Water User Groups (WUGs), monitoring community participation, conducting field assessments and surveys, and ensuring accurate field documentation and reporting. The role requires close coordination with ANURDO's project team, community leaders, and relevant stakeholders to ensure project activities are implemented in accordance with approved technical specifications, project requirements, and humanitarian standards.
Tasks/ Responsibilities:
- Conduct regular field visits to monitor and observe WASH and water network activities, including the construction of water points, pipelines, reservoirs, and distribution networks.
- Monitor and document construction progress and observe compliance with approved technical drawings, specifications, and implementation schedules.
- Identify and report visible construction defects, poor workmanship, material quality concerns, and deviations from approved project specifications to the WASH Engineer.
- Observe the availability and use of construction materials, equipment, and workforce at project sites and report implementation gaps.
- Support the establishment, strengthening, and training of Water User Groups (WUGs), and monitor community participation in project activities.
- Conduct community consultations, field assessments, and surveys to collect information on WASH needs and existing water supply infrastructure.
- Coordinate with community leaders, local authorities, and relevant stakeholders and document beneficiary feedback and complaints.
- Observe compliance with basic environmental, health, and safety requirements at project sites and report any risks or incidents.
- Maintain accurate field records, photographic documentation, and daily, weekly, and monthly monitoring reports.
- Use data collection tools such as Kobo/ODK when required and ensure timely submission of field information to the designated supervisor.
- Perform other relevant duties assigned by the supervisor in support of project objectives.
