Scope of Works

The Urban sanitation officer will work with the Western Kenya Sanitation Project (WKSP) Market Facilitation team to support urban sanitation activities for Siaya Cluster.

• Support Water and Sanitation Service Providers/Companies: Provide technical support, capacity building, and coordination to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of sanitation services delivery.
• Engage with Private Sector Players: Build partnerships with private sector players, such as Manual Pit Emptiers, Vacuum Truck Operators, financial institutions and technology providers among others, to promote innovation and investment in urban sanitation.
• Facilitate Training and Capacity Building: Provide technical assistance, best practice guidance, and skills development opportunities to enhance service professionalism and performance.
• Promote Technology Adoption and Innovation: Facilitate the adoption of appropriate technologies and innovative solutions to improve sanitation service delivery, infrastructure management, and waste treatment processes.
• Monitor Compliance and Ensure Data Quality: Conduct regular monitoring, data collection and analysis activities to assess compliance with sanitation regulations, service standards, and performance indicators.
• Support County Governments: Collaborate with county governments to develop and implement effective urban sanitation policies, regulations, and strategies aligned with national objectives and priorities.

Requirements

Educational and Professional Qualification

• A bachelor’s degree in environmental health, Public Health, Sociology, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Additional certifications or training in sanitation management, environmental management, or public health would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of urban sanitation principles, practices, and technologies, including wastewater management, solid waste management, and hygiene promotion.

Competencies and skil

• Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation, including the use of software tools for statistical analysis and geographic information systems (GIS) for spatial analysis.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly organized and able to handle multiple tasks and deadlines.