Company description:
Sanivation is a company on the front line of developing new technology and business models for the provision of sustainable sanitation services for refugees and the urban poor. We are one of the first organizations to deploy a solution that addresses the entire sanitation chain in refugee camp settings. We are also pioneering a 100% business driven approach to sanitation services and delivering an in- demand waste product in the form of biomass fuel briquettes.
Work still needs to be done as we evaluate our current processes, and design better, more effective methods of sanitation services. We are designing for scale, and we’re beginning to replicate our work in urban communities and refugee camps.
Position description:
Sanivation has been selected by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) to implement and conduct operational research on a Waste to Value (WTV) sanitation approach in Kakuma refugee camp. The project is intended to validate both, operational and financial sustainability of such approach, and if successful lead the way for subsequent replicability of Waste to Value solutions in other refugee camps.
The Logistics and Business Lead will coordinate the toilet servicing part of our implemented model and will also evaluate business potential for the sale of our end product, charcoal briquettes. On the logistics side, our current sanitation model requires waste to be collected from each household twice a week. This requires a substantial amount of planning and scheduling to maximize effectiveness and efficiency. On the business side the consultant will be tasked with business modelling, and assessing their financial viability of different customer segments. Resourcefulness and research skills will also be required to identify skills, materials and suppliers available within the camp and surroundings. The chosen candidate will be passionate about improving the living conditions of refugees worldwide. The position has a total duration of 9 months and it’s based full time in Kakuma refugee camp. As Sanivation grows and with mutual interest you may be asked to stay on longer for a continual growth of our services.
Key responsibilities:Context understanding**
• Identification of materials available in Kakuma refugee camp and surroundings
• Identification of refugee skills available to operate Sanivation’s system and technology
• Identification of charcoal dust suppliers and other potential biomass sources available in the camp and surroundings
Procurement
• Creation of detailed procurement plans for all materials and equipment required
• Procurement of materials and equipment required
• Negotiate and secure contracts with local charcoal dust suppliers
Toilet servicing and logistics
• Lead the toilet servicing team
• Evaluate best method for toilet servicing
• Mapping of users houses and creation of servicing plan
• Coordinate the installation of toilets
Business modeling and financial analysis
• Developing clear financial performance metrics for on-going monitoring of the project‘s financial performance
• Preparing short and long-term financial forecasts for regular performance tracking
• Proactively developing recommendations for operational changes based on analysis of financial trends and forecasts
Team management
• Recruitment and training of refugee incentive staff
• Continuous capacity building of incentive refugee staff to allow local management of operations
• Regularly reporting on the implementation of services though a phased reporting framework
Skills and experience you need:
• Strong business modeling and cost assessment experience
• Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, finance, or any related field. Masters degree is preferred
• Logistics, procurement, and GIS experience
• Independent, self-motivated work ethic. This role will not be babysat. We decide on quarterly goals and have our leads decide the best methods for reaching those goals. At minimum there will be weekly check in meetings
• Flexibility. We need someone able and willing to work with the flow, to step up to new activities and responsibilities that may not fall with-in their comfort level
• Communication skills. This role will need to clearly present findings and recommendations for chosen processes as well as be able to work with an international team of various backgrounds
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft office suite, particularly with Microsoft excel and template reporting, is required
• Enthusiastic about living and working in Kakuma refugee camp in hot desert conditions
• Proficiency in Swahili and working in refugee camp settings is desirable
What you get:
• The opportunity to design and lead groundbreaking on-the-ground research
• A passionate team that is dedicated to improving the lives of refugees
• Helping to shape and award-wining social enterprise that is poised for rapid growth
• A competitive compensation package
HOW TO APPLY:
If you think you could be a match, please send us a resume along with a brief overview about why you’re passionate and qualified to talent@sanivation.com with the subject “Logistics and Business Lead ” by the 22nd of June 2016. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. Ideal start date: 20th July 2016.