Job Title: WASH Advisors (2)
Job Description
WASH Advisors (2)
SNV Netherlands Development Organisation is looking for:
WASH Advisors (2)
Based in Arua
SNV Netherlands Development Organisation is working in over 33 developing countries across the world in Africa, Asia, Latin America and Eastern Europe. The emphasis of our work is on poverty reduction and promotion of good governance in agriculture, renewable energy and water, sanitation & hygiene.
SNV started working in Uganda in 1989 and we have offices in Mbale, Fort Portal, Arua and Kampala.
SNV Uganda WaSH Advisors work with Local Governments, ministries, water service providers, water resource user associations, water resource management authorities, catchments area advisory committees, schools and local capacity builders.
Main Responsibilities
• Support the implementation, monitoring and reporting of the school and community WASH programme in partnership with UNICEF and district local governments.
• Contribute to new partnerships, resource mobilization and new innovative programmes.
• Contribute to improved synergy and results in the WASH sector in the Rwenzori region.
• Coach local capacity builders on process facilitation, systemic and governance approaches.
Candidate profile
• Master degree in water resources management, development studies or institutional development and capacity building linked to water and sanitation.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant working experience, including 3 years at senior level.
• Proven experience in capacity building, facilitation of multi-stakeholder processes, organisational learning, change processes, gender, empowerment and governance.
• Proven experience in knowledge development, partnership & resource mobilization, planning, monitoring & evaluation of programs.
• Excellent teamwork, coaching and communication skills in English.
Contract period: 2 years with possible extension
Contract type: Local (Ugandan nationals only)
Desired Start Date: October, 2012
How to Apply
Candidates should apply by sending:
i) a motivation letter;
ii) an updated Curriculum Vitae, and
iii) names and contact details of two professional referees.
Applications should be sent via email to uganda@snvworld.org with subject line clearing stating the position applied for and reference number 4828 before 7th September, 2012
For more information on SNV, please refer to our website: www.snvworld.org/uganda
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