The Sector Leader is responsible for the overall quality
of program content, business development / resource mobilization, steering the
quality of technical advisory services, and overall management of the Nepal
WASH programmes. The Sector Leader will enhance the quality and visibility of
our WASH programs and position SNV within the WASH sector in the country.
Deadline:
January 14, 2014
Location:
Yaounde, Cameroon
Organization: SNV
Are you interested in joining an international
organization with a long term commitment to fighting poverty? Would you like to
work in a challenging environment and develop a career focused on demonstrating
shared core values that achieve results?
SNV is a not-for-profit international development
organisation. Founded in the Netherlands nearly 50 years ago, we have built a
long-term, local presence in 38 of the poorest countries in Asia, Africa and
Latin America. Our global team of local and international advisors work with
local partners to equip communities, businesses and organisations with the
tools, knowledge and connections they need to increase their incomes and gain
access to basic services – empowering them to break the cycle of poverty and
guide their own development.
SNV Cameroon provides capacity strengthening to local organizations
(private, public or NGO) engaged in work for poverty reduction. Within the WASH
sector, SNV Cameroon provides advisory services to councils and water
management authorities for improved access to safe drinking water to the
poorest strata of the population. We strengthen communication among
stakeholders in the water sector so that the voice of end users can be taken
into account regarding water supply policy at national and local levels. We
accomplish this primarily through dialogue, seeking to improve the management
and maintenance of systems, leading to improved access to safe drinking water
at affordable prices.
SNV Cameroon is seeking qualified candidates for the
position of Sector Leader WASH.The Sector Leader is responsible for the
overall quality of program content, business development / resource
mobilization, steering the quality of technical advisory services, and overall
management of the Nepal WASH programmes. The Sector Leader will enhance the
quality and visibility of our WASH programs and position SNV within the WASH
sector in the country.
Responsibilities
- Strategic
Leadership: develop country level WASH strategy aligned to corporate WASH
frameworks;
- Advisory
Services: lead complex assignments, set benchmarks for results, and
monitor quality of advisory services of the sector team;
- Programme
Management: deliver effective development results, planning and
monitoring, financial management, and donor reporting;
- Business
Development: develop proposals and secure funding for innovative WASH
programmes;
- People
Management: lead and coach the team of SNV advisors, local capacity
builders and consultants;
- Monitoring
& Evaluation: ensure uniform understanding and practice in planning,
reporting, monitoring, and evaluation of WASH programs in line with SNV’s
internal frameworks;
- Representation
& Promotion: develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders to
improve SNV market position and actively participate in external and
internal networks
Candidate profile
- Relevant
advanced academic qualification in WASH or related field;
- 7+
years of relevant experience in WASH service delivery (specifically in
our WASH sub-areas) including at least 5 years in a management role,
preferably in central Africa;
- Knowledge
of good governance practices, and approaches dealing with
gender-sensitive, social inclusion and empowerment principles;
- Proven
track record in resource mobilization; demonstrated programme design,
proposal writing, business development, and international donor
relationship management;
- Proven
experience with project planning, monitoring, evaluation, reporting and
financial management;
- Established
WASH networks and strong relationship management skills;
- Readiness
to work and frequently travel in rural areas with minimal amenities;
- Excellent
communication skills in English and French are required
for this position;
- The
successful candidate will be a self-motivated achiever with excellent
intercultural leadership, teamwork, coaching, communication, networking
and organizational skills.
Desired start date: February 2014
Duration of contract: 2 years initial contract
term.
Working at SNV
SNV offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
package, per national standards. We offer a challenging work environment,
opportunities to lead and innovate, and a commitment to growing your skills in
a fulfilling and diverse working environment. Advisors benefit from, and
contribute to, an internal global network of WASH experts. For more
information, please visit our website: www.snvworld.org.
How to apply
Please apply by clicking on http://snv.devhire.devex.com/jobs/328674
and completing your application in our in-house recruitment system before 14th
January 2013.
We do not appreciate third-party mediation based on
this advertisement.
Closing date: Tuesday, January 14, 2014Type of
contract: International
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