Facilitators Hygiene Promotion (Promotors for WASH)

Background

Bayader for Environment & Development (Bayader) is a non – government organization established in 2007 aiming to develop the Palestinian community and society in Food security and Livelihood,  protection, community development, economic empowerment and emergency response & early recovery.

Bayader is working in the field of projects and community initiatives mainly in non-profit activities with community. For more information, please visit Bayader website: www.bayader.ps

Job summary:

Bayader in partnership with Catholic Relief Services CRS, is on the process to starts implementation of a project that provides rapid and responsive multi-purpose cash, food assistance, shelter and settlements (S&S), water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH), and protection support to conflict-affected communities in Gaza. The project’s goal is to ensure that conflict-affected households in Gaza meet their immediate needs and strengthen their capacity to shocks. Given the rapidly evolving emergency and changing security environment, a flexible approach is envisioned to be continually adapted in response to field conditions. The project’s objectives are:

1. Conflict-affected households meet their basic needs, including food.
2. Conflict-affected households live in safe and dignified shelters with access to WASH services.
3. Conflict-affected households have improved wellbeing through psychosocial support activities.

Bayader is seeking highly skilled staff to be hired for the following position:

Position Title: Facilitators Hygiene Promotion (Promotors for WASH) (FHP)) – Part Time (80%)

# of Position Available: 8

Place: Bayader Office, Khan Younis

Reports To: Program Coordinator (PC)

Duration: 8 Months

Targeted Area: Khan Younis Area, currently at Almawassi and subject to change within Khan Younis area per the changed on security context.

Key Responsibilities:

• Engage with communities to assess their knowledge, practices, and attitudes toward hygiene, sanitation, and safe water use.
• Mobilize community members to participate in hygiene promotion activities and WASH projects.
• Form or work with existing community hygiene committees to promote sustainable hygiene practices.
• Conduct awareness sessions on hygiene and sanitation, covering topics such as handwashing, safe water storage, waste management, and disease prevention.
• Use various tools like drama, role-playing, and participatory techniques to disseminate hygiene messages effectively.
• Support the distribution of hygiene kits and demonstrate their proper use to the community.
• Assist in developing and disseminating educational materials, posters, and pamphlets to support behavior change related to hygiene and sanitation.
• Promote good hygiene practices through campaigns, community events, and household visits.
• Monitor changes in community behavior regarding hygiene practices and report improvements or issues.
• Conduct surveys, assessments, and focus group discussions to gather information on hygiene practices, WASH needs, and health risks in the community.
• Regularly report on activities conducted, community response, and challenges faced.
• Support in identifying vulnerable individuals or groups who may need special attention in WASH programs.
• Work closely with WASH engineers and other technical teams to coordinate hygiene promotion activities with water and sanitation infrastructure projects.
• Collaborate with local health authorities, NGOs, and other stakeholders to ensure the successful implementation of WASH activities.
• Participate in regular team meetings and training sessions to stay updated on best practices and new WASH approaches.
• Train community hygiene promoters, volunteers, and other stakeholders to ensure they have the knowledge and skills to continue promoting hygiene practices.
• Carry others tasks requested by Project Coordinator.

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Qualification and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree from accreted university with at least good grade in public health, environmental health, Social Work, or related fields with a minimum of 2 years of experience in the field of
• Experience working within the NGO sector at least 1 years and a strong background in initiating and implementing programs. 
• Ability to engage community key figures, potential stakeholders to forge productive working relationships,
• Strong communication skills and interpersonal skills, and proven ability to build effective working relationships with community stakeholders.
• Proven writing skills to prepare quality and analytical reports in English & Arabic.
• Ability to frequently travel to target locations as needed.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to handle multi-tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be available to work with varied schedules including extensive afternoons and weekends as needed.

HOW TO APPLY

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit an online application HERE

• Deadline for submitting applications 13/10/2024 no later than 16:00 PM.
• Only complete applications (online application, CV, and references will be reviewed).
• Bayader for Environment & Development hiring, and employment procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.
• Bayader for Environment & Development is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, or disability status.
• Women, people with disabilities, and other underrepresented populations are encouraged to apply and to seek Bayader for Environment & Development support on the application process where additional accommodation is required.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
• For any inquiries related to your application, please contact us with email: [email protected].