Vincent Lokeya

IRC WASH Unit provides support and advise to approximately 5 humanitarian aid projects in refugee camps (Kakuma and Hagadera) and refugee hosting communities funded by USAID/BHA, UNICEF, ECHO, LEGO and Grundfos Foundation.

ACHIEVEMENTS

• Spearheaded high quality and timely rapid needs assessments to determine the most technically and context appropriate WASH interventions.
• Successfully developed new technical proposals and budgets linked to the country's strategic plans in consultation with relevant technical coordinators, grants and finance team.
• Delivered on multiple project implementation including staff recruitment and capacity development, workplan and budget forecast development, procurement and inventory planning, budget management and close monitoring and supervision of WASH activities.
• Prepared high quality and timely donor and management reports on WASH sector activities.
• In collaboration with the MEAL department developed and implemented a robust monitoring and evaluation framework ensuring consistent reporting and analysis of results to enhance program effectiveness and quality.
• Ensured integration of disaster risk reduction, beneficiaries' participation, and accountability mechanisms in all aspects of the project.
• Participated in relevant networks to ensure IRC is appropriately represented with regard to humanitarian interventions.
• Facilitated regular meetings to assist information sharing between project staff, ensuring all staff members are aware of project objectives, progress, and current work plans.

Habitat for Humanity Kenya (HFHK) had a robust WASH and Construction department with over $ 1 Million multi-donor funded projects being implemented in 5 counties (Kisumu, Homabay, Laikipia, Machakos, Tana River and Taita Taveta).

ACHIEVEMENTS

• Contributed in the development of 2022-2025 HFHK strategy by proposing sector based strategy in the field of WASH.
• Coordinated the project cycle and operational monitoring of WASH program ensuring projects are implemented properly and meet expected quality standards.
• Designed safe and functional WASH infrastructures including water supply systems, excreta management and solid waste management structures and vector control strategies taking full account of local conditions, resources, customs, and cultural norms.
• Oversaw the design of a hygiene promotion program that was suitable for the local context and accepted by beneficiaries in collaboration with other actors.
• Developed Concept Notes and technical proposals in collaboration with other sectors.
• Provided technical support to WASH teams in all project sites, including evaluation and impact analysis of current projects and writing of donor reports
• Planned and organized capacity-building training for field WASH personnel on skill gaps related to the safe delivery of WASH projects.
• Ensured efficient project delivery, sectoral integration, learning, sharing, and adoption of best practices as outlined in Sphere guidelines.
• Ensured that expenditures and budgets were well monitored, including quarterly forecasting and monthly variance analysis.

Save the Children International (SCI) provides lifesaving interventions in ASAL Counties in Kenya through multi-sectoral integrated projects funded by USAID/BHA.

ACHIEVEMENTS

• Conducted WASH assessments, data analyses (this included use of online platforms for assessments) in collaboration with project medical teams and provided prioritized recommendations on appropriate responses.
• Proposed innovative solutions on water provision in emergencies for different communities in the region (i.e. kits for hand pumps maintenance and repair, water insurance...)
• Established and built the capacity of several water management committees.
• Designed and implemented proper management of hospital waste in the outreach linked healthcare facilities.
• Coordinated the execution of WASH activities and teams at the field level ensuring the quality indicators are met within the agreed timelines and budgets.
• Planned, organized and oversaw inventory of the projects WASH stock ensuring availability and proper purchasing.
• Designed and established technical specifications and quotations for WASH infrastructure.
• Participated in the development of Infection Prevention and Control core components for preparedness, response and recovery from COVID-19 and other infectious disease outbreaks.

During the 2017 Horn of Africa Drought Response, Save the Children International was implementing an integrated emergency response in Turkana County funded by OFDA.

ACHIEVEMENTS

• Conducted WASH assessments, analyzed the collected data, and developed BOQs, drawings, technical specifications, and other tender documents
• Supervised and monitored WASH and construction interventions in strict adherence to Save the Children, Government regulations, and SPHERE standards
• Conducted water quality testing and sanitary inspections at water points.
• Developed hygiene promotion information education and communication materials for delivery during integrated WASH, and Health outreaches.
• Developed detailed implementation plans, budgets, procurement plans, and other project documents for technical support activities related to WASH.