WASH Field Monitor Intern - Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Section, Yangon UNICEF Myanmar (Open for Myanmar Nationals)

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The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does — in programmes, in advocacy and in operations. The equity strategy, emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, translates this commitment to children’s rights into action. For UNICEF, equity means that all children have an opportunity to survive, develop and reach their full potential, without discrimination, bias or favoritism. To the degree that any child has an unequal chance in life — in its social, political, economic, civic and cultural dimensions — her or his rights are violated. There is growing evidence that investing in the health, education and protection of a society’s most disadvantaged citizens — addressing inequity — not only will give all children the opportunity to fulfill their potential but also will lead to sustained growth and stability of countries. This is why the focus on equity is so vital. It accelerates progress towards realizing the human rights of all children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF, as outlined by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, while also supporting the equitable development of nations.

How can you make a difference?

As part of the humanitarian response, UNICEF, in partnership with Myanmar Alliance for Rabies Control (MARC) has established two water kiosks in Hlaing Thar Yar to improve access of the vulnerable population to affordable clean drinking water. Additionally, UNICEF and WaterAid are working to improve the drinking water access for the vulnerable populations through expanding the scope and capacity of the existing community managed water kiosks.

The two approaches deployed by – MARC and WaterAid are distinct in their management. MARC operates the water kiosks as a social enterprise, where the water kiosk operation and treated water distribution is managed as a not-for-profit business. The water kiosk established by WaterAid are managed by community, wherein a group of select community representatives are trained to operate and manage the water kiosk operations.

These initiatives are uncommon; hence need close coordination and day to day guidance. The lessons from these initiatives can feed to the design of similar future interventions. It is proposed to engage an intern to monitor the day to day functioning of the water kiosks and develop the water kiosk management approaches in close coordination with MARC and WaterAid field teams. The intern will work under the supervision of WASH Officer based in Yangon.

Key Duties and Tasks: TOR_WASH Field Monitor Intern Yangon_ 07 October 2022-signed.pdf

1. Monitor and document the operation of the water kiosks managed by MARC and WaterAid:

2. Collect and compile the water kiosk operation and maintenance management protocols developed/ adopted by both MARC and WaterAid,

3. Develop checklist to monitor/ observe the operation & maintenance of the water treatment kiosks. This will include daily equipment checks, preventive maintenance schedules, cleanliness, hygiene and cleanliness of the water kiosk staff/ volunteers, operating hours, electricity supply (availability/ interruptions), periodic water quality test, daily production, etc.
4. Undertake frequent visits to the water kiosk sites and observe/ monitor the operation; fill in the checklists.

5. Validate the plant operation data/ information reported by the agencies.

6. Track the bottled water distribution

7. Record the existing water distribution mechanisms including distribution network and number of households reached.

8. Water pricing and profit margins at each stage of distriution/ provision (water kiosk, distrtbutor, consumer households).

9. Key informant interviews with key stakeholders at each stage (e.g. water user committee, distributor, vendor, consumer households) to know their experience including challenges & bottlenecks including market competition.

10. Explore the bottled water market in the catchment area served by the water kiosks

11. Study the functioning water market in the catchment area served by the water kiosks

12. The key aspects to explore the bottled water market will include, but not limited to: how many bottled water manufacturers are distributing water in the catchment area?, what is the price per 20L bottle? Which brand has highest penetration? and Why? What is the consumer expectation i.e, what are the driving factors in deciding which brand to choose?

13. Analyse and present a situation report along with key recommendations to improve the financial efficiency of the two water kiosks operated by MARC and WaterAid.

14. Compare the models/ approaches – social enterprise and communty managed water kiosks – and share recommendations for operational efficiency and financial sustainability

15. Based on the observations of the overall operations and management, water distribution mechanisms, consumer responses and market assessment, develop a note to describe the functioning of the models and recommend areas of improvement for operational efficiency and financial sustainability.

Major responsibilities

Expected result

Field visits to water kiosk sites

Weekly report

Bottled water market assessment

A summary note

Consumer assessment

A summary note

Comparison of the approaches and recommendations

A comparison note with recommendations

Guidance and debrief with UNICEF WASH team

**Modality***: Fulltime, On-site*

Tentative start date: 1 November 2022

Duration: 3 Months

To qualify as an intern, for every child you will…

• Enrolment in a degree programme in an undergraduate or graduate school or be a recent graduate within 2 years in following areas: e.g., Public Health, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Geology, Hydrology, Sanitation Engineering, or a field relevant to international WASH related development assistance.
• Development work experience would be desirable and an added advantage but not a prerequisite.
• Experiences in mobile based data collection via KOBO, ODK, InForm applications, excel database, analysis is an asset.
• Proficiency in English is required.
• Strong academic performance as demonstrated by recent university or institution records or, if not available, a reference letter from an academic supervisor.
• No immediate relatives (e.g., father, mother, brother, sister) working in any UNICEF office.
• A minimum of two years of relevant professional work experience is desired.
• Experience of working in any humanitarian and development field is considered as an asset.
• Strong willingness to learn on the job is required.

How to apply:

• If you recognize yourself from the above and wish to make a difference for every child; you are requested to apply through online. Only completed online applications will be eligible for further review. When you apply, please attach the following:
  • Your CV and a cover letter in English to state the majors/areas of your study and the reason for application;
  • Include two letters of recommendation (can be from employers, internships, university professor, etc.);
  • Attach a proof of excellent academic performance/transcript through recent university or institution records;

Please further note that the successful candidate will require to further provide proof of having medical insurance at the time of communicating for the job offer.

For every Child, you demonstrate…

UNICEF's values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, and Accountability (CRITA).

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UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.

We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.

UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.

This position has been assessed as an elevated risk role for Child Safeguarding purposes as it is either: a role with direct contact with children, works directly with child, is a safeguarding response role or has been assessed as an elevated risk role for child safeguarding. Additional vetting and assessment for elevated risk roles in child safeguarding (potentially including additional criminal background checks) applies.

Remarks:

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.
• The selected candidate is solely responsible to ensure that the visa (applicable) and health insurance required to perform the duties of the contract are valid for the entire period of the contract. The candidate may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid).
• Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.
• Qualified applicants living with disabilities are encouraged to apply. UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organization.