It’s hard to believe that today 771 million people do not have clean water and 1.7 billion do not have a decent toilet – around 1 in 5 of the world’s population. Every two minutes a child under five dies from diarrheal diseases caused by poor water and sanitation.
Join WaterAid as our Head of Project – R2R to change normal for millions of people so they can unlock their potential, break free from poverty and change their lives for good. On top of that you’ll be joining a 2020 Great Place to Work® award-winning organisation.
As our Head of Project – R2R you will provide strategic leadership and technical support to improve programme management and quality of implementation of the R2R programme including, managing all donor relations and ensuring compliance with grant requirements.
The role will be required to undertake extensive travel in country for programme management support and monitoring as well as occasional regional travels whenever necessary. It will be a 12 months fixed term contract with 37.5 hours of work per week.
How to Apply
If you are interested in the position and have the right skills and attributes, send your application, consisting of a letter of interest and a CV to ZambiaCareers@WaterAid.org , using “Head of Project – Resolution to Revolution(R2R)” as the subject of the email.
Deadline 26th August 2022
Interviews 14 days after deadline
Salary Competitive salary package with excellent benefits
Please note: to apply for this role you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in Zambia.
Only candidates shortlisted for interviewing will be contacted within two weeks of the closing date for applications.
In this role, you will Provide guidance and support senior programme staff to plan and deliver successful R2R programme through appropriate use of WaterAid’s policies, programme quality standards, frameworks and best practice
You’ll also:
- Ensure all work delivered is in compliance with WaterAid and donor policies, processes and quality standards and that key mechanisms are in place for ongoing quality assurance.
- Plan and proactively manage available R2R resources and budgets, use resources effectively, ensure efficiency and deliver value for money.
- Support the country programme to ensure appropriate modelling of quality approaches and delivering them at scale.
- Ensure that any contractual requirements related to R2R projects are fully being met by all involved, effectively monitored and evaluated, and that appropriate plans are in place to deal with any challenges that may arise during their implementation.
To be successful, you’ll need to be experienced or have an understanding of working in complex matrix management structures in a global organisation and working with implementing partners and government as main stakeholders;
- A Masters’ Degree in Development Planning or Development Studies or civil engineering, water and sanitation, or Public/Environmental Health from a recognized University.
- Minimum ten (10) years professional experience and at least five (5) in a senior management programme position in reputed international or national non-governmental organization (NGO).
- Significant experience and skills in the design, planning and management of complex development projects, including strong financial management skills
- In-depth understanding of national and international development issues, including experience working with key WASH sector donors
- Significant experience in setting up, developing and managing large and complex development programmes for similar organisations like WaterAid
- Fully committed to WaterAid’s vision, mission and values and a way of working that demonstrates this, with the ability to communicate this enthusiasm to others.
Visit our WaterAid website to apply: jobs.WaterAid.org/en-GB/job/head-of-project-%E2%80%93-resolution-to-revolution/J3M21D6R4WTDT2HT8DZ.
We’re looking for people who share a commitment to our vision. We’re looking for people with an appreciation and respect for different people and ideas, and the energy and expertise to help tackle the most important challenges.
In return, you can expect to get inspiration from the change you help make happen, a sense of belonging and the feeling of being part of a global community. You will also experience stimulation and fulfilment, the chance to grow, and space to be yourself at your best. This is our pledge to you.
WaterAid is committed to ensuring that wherever we work in the world there is no tolerance for abuse (of power, privilege or trust), inappropriate behaviour, discrimination, harassment, bullying or exploitation of any kind. The safeguarding of the communities in which we work, staff, volunteers and anyone working on our behalf, is our top priority and we take our responsibilities extremely seriously.
We celebrate the diversity of our staff, partners and everyone with whom we work to create a culture where everyone feels respected, included and can be their best.
WaterAid is an equal opportunity and is committed to achieving the highest standards of diversity, inclusion and fairness. We welcome applications from all. Should you have a disability or special needs and require additional assistance with your application, please contact us at careers@WaterAid.org. If a disabled applicant meets the minimum criteria for the role, they will be guaranteed an interview.
No recruitment agencies please.
