WASH Project Manager/ANGUS at WaterAid Rwanda: (Deadline 13 August 2023)

WASH Project Manager/ANGUS at WaterAid Rwanda: (Deadline 13 August 2023)

INTRODUCTION

WaterAid’s Vision is of a world where everyone has access to safe water and sanitation. Our mission is to transform lives by improving access to safe water, hygiene and sanitation in the world’s poorest communities, WaterAid works with partners to maximize its impacts for policy change/influence.

WaterAid Rwanda (WARw) works through supporting local organizations and government to plan and implement inclusive and sustainable services of water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH).  WARw also seeks to influence the policy change through government and other key WASH stakeholders to secure and protect the right of poor people to safe, affordable water and sanitation services. Occupying the position of WASH Project Manager/ANGUS is an exciting opportunity to work with WaterAid and contribute to the achievement of the national and global goals towards realizing the WASH access for everyone everywhere.

WaterAid is fully committed to protecting those with whom it comes into contact. WaterAid is committed to ensuring that wherever we work in the world there is no tolerance for the abuse of power, privilege or trust. WaterAid reinforces a culture of zero tolerance towards any form of inappropriate behavior, abuse, harassment, or exploitation of any kind. The safeguarding of our beneficiaries, staff, volunteers and anyone working on our behalf, is our top priority, and we take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff and volunteers are required to share in this commitment through our Global Code of Conduct. We will conduct the most appropriate pre-employment references and checks to ensure high standards are maintained.

For more information about safeguarding at WaterAid, please visit our safeguarding webpage at: https://www.wateraid.org/uk/safeguarding-at-wateraid

JOB PURPOSE:

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES  

The key responsibilities of a WASH Project Manager include:

Project Planning: The WASH Project Manager will be responsible for developing comprehensive project plans that outline the objectives, activities, timelines, and resources required for successful project implementation. She/He will need to collaborate with stakeholders to identify project needs and ensure alignment with organizational goals.

Budgeting and Resource Management: The WASH Project Manager will be responsible to prepare project budgets, monitors expenditures, and ensures efficient utilization of resources. She/He will coordinate procurement processes for equipment, materials, and services required for project implementation while adhering to internal guidelines.

Team Management: The WASH Project Manager will line manage a project community mobilize, and partners involved in the direct implementation of the project. She/He will ensure capacity building of staff under her/his direct supervision, ensure their performance aligns with project objectives.

Monitoring and Evaluation: Regular monitoring of project activities is crucial to assess progress towards objectives. The WASH Project Manager will monitor and track key performance indicators (KPIs) and evaluates the impact of interventions. Ability to analyze data to identify challenges or gaps in implementation and make necessary adjustments, will be required.

Partnership Development: Collaboration with relevant stakeholders such as government agencies, NGOs, community leaders, and donors will be very key in this role. The WASH Project Manager will establish and maintain partnerships to leverage resources, share knowledge, and ensure sustainability of interventions beyond the project duration.

Reporting: The WASH Project Manager will be required to prepare quality reports on project progress, achievements, challenges faced, and lessons learned. These reports will be shared with donors, internal and external stakeholders to provide transparency and accountability.

Quality Assurance: Ensuring the quality of WASH interventions is a key responsibility of the WASH Project Manager. They develop and implement quality control measures, adhere to quality program standards and guidelines, and promote best practices in water supply, sanitation, and hygiene promotion.

Risk Management: Identifying potential risks and developing mitigation strategies is essential to minimize project disruptions. The WASH Project Manager will need to assess risks related to project implementation, health and safety, community engagement, and environmental impact, taking appropriate measures to address them.

Capacity Building: The WASH Project Manager facilitates training programs for project staff, community members, and other stakeholders to enhance their knowledge and skills in WASH-related areas. She/He will promote behavior change communication strategies to ensure sustainable adoption of improved water, sanitation, and hygiene practices.

Other responsibilities:

• Organise and lead donor visits,
• Ensure project documentation is properly done and learning shared,
• Supporting advocacy and influencing engagements with district partners, for improvement of access to water, sanitation, and hygiene services through JDAF platform.
• Ensure WASH infrastructures meet the required standards for climate change resilience
• Ensure that project includes gender responsive WASH aspects
• Perform any other activities in interest of WaterAid as assigned by the Leadership.

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS:

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested applicants fulfilling the above-mentioned criteria are invited to submit their Curriculum Vitae and Cover letter specifying three referees (former direct supervisor) as well as their emails and telephone to: [email protected] and CC: [email protected]  The certified academic credentials will be presented after official notification of employment offer, prior to signing the contract.

Women candidates and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We will make any practical adjustments to enable people with a disability to participate fully in an inclusive working environment. Please let us know if you have a disability and require any special assistance in making your application or attending an interview.

The deadline for submission of applications is 16^th August 2023.  Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email or phone for an interview.

Done at Kigali, 5^th July 2023