1. Introduction:
Established in response to the Syrian conflict, Big Heart Foundation is a Syrian-led, non-profit NGO founded in 2013, which aims to alleviate human suffering through the impartial delivery of humanitarian and development programs. Big Heart provides assistance & services to conflict affected populations, including essential food and Non-Food Items (NFI), Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH), Livelihoods, and Education services. We specialize in the delivery of targeted aid to highly vulnerable populations in areas that are difficult to reach and correspondingly most under-served.
Big Heart Foundation invites qualified WASH consultants to submit a resume to engage as a consultant on Project Number 20838.
2. Objective
The WASH Advisor is responsible for the assessment, design, implementation, and evaluation of WASH infrastructure construction, solarization, rehabilitation and operations in communities targeted by Big Heart. The WASH Advisor will report directly to Big Heart’s Acting Country Director, Turkey office.
Scope of Work:
a. Provide programme support and technical advice on WASH
b. Provide technical support in design of solar system for selected water stations
c. Prepare BOQs and technical documents prior to implementation to ensure feasibility and accuracy of inputs required (in terms of quality and quantities) in coordination with the Senior WASH Officer in Turkey
d. Acquire Weekly updates on WASH in coordination with Sr. WASH Officer and Field WASH Lead Engineer and collect all technical notices about the quality of implementation.
e. Comment on weekly reports on progress of WASH programming, documenting any challenges or delays in work plans.
f. Lead the assessment of technical needs regarding WASH for new projects and monitor market prices changes.
g. Regular/ daily communication Antakaya office.
h. Ensure the technical quality of program implementation, as per project workplans, prepare gantt charts showing the progress and project objectives and in line with donor guidelines.
i. Assist the M&E team and provide any technical support required during the engagement for monitoring activities related to WASH projects.
j. Supervise and monitor the development of reporting systems for data collection, analysis and follow-up and feedback to relevant staff, donors, partners and other agencies.
k. Flexibility in schedules and tasks is expected from the consultant.
l. Other tasks at the request of the line manager
3. Competencies Required:
a. Languages: Fluent in English, Arabic language skills would a strong advantage
b. Personal Skills:
i. Good command of design software such as Auto CAD and/or any other related software.
ii. Knowledge of humanitarian standards and codes, including SPHERE is preferred.
iii. Strong communication, negotiation and problem solving skills.
iv. Good Computer Skills.
v. Capacity Building in Emergency WASH
vi. Experience in Environmental and Social Assessment
c. Experience:
i. 15+ years of relevant work experience in related field.
ii. 10+ years overall experience in WASH sector in development and/ or emergency contexts.
iii. Experience in solar power water motor/ pump installation and design.
iv. Strong in designing solar power system regarding to capacity needs to run targeted system.
v. Previous experience working for NGOs is preferred.
vi. Experience working in development and humanitarian/crisis contexts in all the steps of the Project Cycle Management in middle-east.
vii. At least two assignments in middle-east in conflict situations in WASH sector.
4. Deliverables:
i. Comments on Weekly, monthly and Quarterly Progress Reports
ii. BoQs and designs for any civil works required (submission as and when required)
iii. Design and BoQs for Solarization of Water Stations (1 month upon signing the contract)
iv. Work plan for the entire project (15 days upon signing the contract)
v. Training Plan (15 days upon signing the contract)
vi. M&E Plan (15 days upon signing the contract)
4.1. Expected start date April 1, 2022
4.2. Expected Completion September 25, 2022
5. Place of Performance:
Remotely (possibility of travel to Turkey, if required)
6. Logistical Arrangements
The service provider will be responsible for their own transportation, accommodation and other costs should these arise, working remotely. If travel to Turkey is required, Big Heart will make all required arrangements.
7. Payment modality:
Payments will be made on a monthly basis for hours worked during the months upon submission of a time sheet, task list, invoice and required deliverables within 30 days of presentation of documents. The payment will be made via bank transfer in a USD account.
How to apply
How to Apply:
Deadline for submission: March 18, 2022, 16:00 Hours – Turkey Time.
Queries/Requests: Request for clarification can be emailed to procurement@bighheart.org by March 15, 2022 16:00 Hours Turkey Time. Offerors are instructed to Quote PR Number TUR22-WASH-039 in Subject Line when requesting clarifications.
This solicitation is based on best value (best quality in least cost).
INSTRUCTIONS FOR OFFER SUBMISSIONS
The consultants are required to submit on following guidelines:
The required documents are as follows:
1. Cover Page (no more than 1 page)
2. Most Recent Resume (no more than 4 pages)
3. Educational Degrees (highest degree achieved)
4. Sample of previous work (Reports, analysis, etc.)
5. Reference Sheet (at least 3 references, with full name, organization, email, and telephone number)
6. All-inclusive daily rate in USD.
7. Request for Offer dated and signed on all pages.
1. Other Terms
1.1. Big Heart intends to engage on lowest cost acceptable offer.
1.2. All rates quoted should be in U.S. Dollars.
1.3. The payment terms are on monthly basis, net 30 after acceptance of the invoice and deliverables.
1.4. The payment will be made through Bank Transfer in U.S. Dollars to a U.S. Dollar Account, in the name of the Consultant
1.5. The Offer Validity should be for at least 90 days
2. Instructions for Submission
a. The offer should be laid out according to the sections above in a single document.
b. All pages of the offer should be signed.
c. The offer should be submitted in a non-editable PDF format
d. The offer will only be accepted through email and offerors should send their offer to procurement@**bigheart.org** no later than March 18, 2022 16:00 Hours Turkey Time.
e. The Offerors are instructed to put PR Number TUR22-WASH-039 in Subject Line when submitting the offer
f. Big Heart will not be responsible for any email transmission delays. It is the responsibility of the offeror to ensure timely delivery
g. Any missing document or information will render the offer invalid and will be excluded from further consideration
h. Errors and Omissions will not be accepted
Big Heart is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Qualified Women, Minorities and Disadvantaged individuals are encouraged to apply.