Innovation: Africa (IA) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization with a team of dedicated problem solvers with a mission to bring solutions and know-how to those in need living in rural African villages. We use solar energy to pump clean water and provide schools, orphanages and medical clinics with light and refrigeration to store vaccines and medicines. IA has completed over 700 solar and agricultural projects, providing light, clean water, and proper medical care to more than 3.5 million people in Ethiopia, Tanzania, Malawi, South Africa, eSwatini, Uganda, Cameroon, Zambia, Senegal, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Poste 1 : Seeking a Full Time Water Quality Specialist for Innovation: Africa’s Garoua, Cameroon Office
Job Summary
Our dynamic, growing organization seeks a Water Quality Specialist to join our team based in Garoua, Cameroon. The position entails implementing and overseeing a comprehensive water quality monitoring and treatment program for all existing and future water projects, as well as working closely with the Engineering and Africa Programs departments at headquarters in Israel.
Reports To: Country Manager (Local Office), Head Water Quality Specialist (HQ)
Requirements
- B.Sc./M.Sc. in science-related discipline such as Environmental Sciences, Hydrology, (Geo/Bio) Chemistry, Biology, or Microbiology
- Advanced knowledge of water quality control and quality assurance principles and practices
- Advanced knowledge of environmental regulations, health & safety regulations, water industry and technologies
- Knowledge of general principles and procedures of water treatment and distribution
- Experience working in or with water testing laboratories
- Experience with field laboratory equipment and field sampling
- Proficiency in data science and using Microsoft Excel
- Driver’s license and off-road driving experience
- Ability to commit to flexible working hours
- Strong organizational skills – ability to multi-task and keep track of the water quality status and results for dozens of projects at once
- Strong communication skills, a team player
- High proficiency in English; both writing and speaking is a must and regional dialects in any two or three of such languages in the areas that we serve will be an added advantage.
Responsibilities
- Conduct field sampling and analysis; coordinate and participate in the collection, interpretation, and evaluation of water quality data.
- Operate and troubleshoot analytical equipment and instrumentation.
- Assist in coordinating laboratory services, collecting and processing samples, using equipment, managing supply inventory and on-going maintenance.
- Research and implement applicable off-grid water treatment solutions.
- Understand trends and patterns and assess compliance with regulatory standards and potential risks to consumers.
- Visit sites of concern and carry out training of local staff on how to identify potential sources of pollution or contamination, and sources of complaints about drinking water quality.
- Perform administrative duties where necessary for monitoring program managers to ensure timely completion of workloads.
Compensation
- Commensurate with experience
Application Instructions
Please send your cover letter and CV as a single PDF attachment to [email protected]. Please make the file name your full name. Kindly note that we can only accept applications that are sent in PDF format.
As an international organization, our teams are spread out between the USA, Israel and Africa, and team members are constantly on the move. We strive to use technological solutions to keep our staff in close contact, despite busy travel schedules. To ensure our operations run smoothly, we keep close communication via phone, Zoom, WhatsApp, Slack and more. This position requires the ability to keep up with this fast-paced environment, and to be comfortable working with colleagues across time zones and continents.
Poste 2 : Seeking Hard-Working, Dedicated Fulfulde Speaking Field Officer in Cameroon
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly trained and qualified individual to be our field officer in Cameroon. The Field Officer is part of the Program Team and is responsible for implementing Innovation: Africa’s field project activities. The Field Officer works under the supervision of the Project Manager and will support activities related to the identification and implementation for new projects in Cameroon and shall be responsible for tasks related to selection of beneficiaries, implementation, reporting and liaison with the community. You will regularly report progress and weekly activity report, share the number of beneficiaries reached and actively engage in community coordination and sensitization. Candidates should expect to travel to the field to search for new projects, oversee the construction for on-going projects and monitor projects already established.
Reports To: Local Project Manager & Country Director in Israel
Responsibilities
- Oversee all operations in-field throughout the solar water project’s lifespan: prospective project search, project construction/implementation and monitoring and evaluation.
- Appropriately sensitize the communities, establishing steering committees.
- Support the Project Manager in managing relationships with municipal officers.
- Send updates and reports to the international management team of construction for on-going projects and monitor projects already established.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate is a dedicated team-player with community project experience. Detail orientation, problem-solving, and passion for human development are a must. Those with a Bachelor’s Degree in sociology, development, anthropology, gender, public health or any related field would be an advantage and are encouraged to apply. If you’re the right person for this position, you will have general knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Compensation: Commensurate with experience. Health Insurance and other benefits included.
Requirements
- A minimum of 5 years’ previous experience working in the sector of community development
- Good computer skills, including email and office software
- Driver’s license
- Ability to commit to flexible working hours
- High proficiency in English; both writing and speaking
- Educational background in international development or community development is a benefit.
- Experience in working with rural communities.
- Should speak the local languages in the North of Cameroon.
- Fulfulde is mandatory, any other northern language will be an advantage.
As an international organization, our team is spread out between NY, Israel and Africa, and team members are constantly on the move. We strive to use technology solutions to keep our staff in close contact despite our travel schedules, and are all frequently on the phone, on Slack and Zoom and more. This position requires the ability to keep up with this fast paced environment, and to be comfortable working with colleagues across time zones and continents.
Application Instructions
- Please send your cover letter and CV as a single PDF attachment to [email protected]
- please note that we can only accept applications that are sent in PDF format
- The file name should be saved as your full name.
- Please include the position and country for which you are applying to work in the subject line of the email “Field Officer in Cameroon”
- Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
Innovation: Africa is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to inclusivity, a diverse workforce and valuing difference. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
