WASH Sector Leader

Job Title:	WASH Sector Leader
Location:	Yaoundé
Country:	Cameroon
Company:	FJAJobs Associates Limited
Description:
Are you interested in joining an international organisation 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 Cameroon is looking for a: WASH Sector Leader Based in Yaoundé, Cameroon (Local contract) SNV Cameroon provides capacity strengthening to local organizations (private, public or NGO) engaged in work for poverty reduction. In particular, we seek impact in the improvement of revenues, employment and production, as well as improved access to basic services (Water Sanitation and Hygiene and Renewable Energies). In all our work, special attention is given to issues of governance, gender and inclusion. 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 to lead our Cameroon WASH sector in the role of WASH Sector Leader. Responsibilities: The WASH Sector Leader is responsible for profiling and positioning the WASH sector in Cameroon and delivering capacity development services to a range of government, non-government and private sector clients at national and international levels with particular emphasis on analysis/diagnosis, public-private partnerships, inclusive approaches, and improving governance of the sector. Specifically, the WASH Sector Leader: • Leads the Country sector strategy development in order to ensure outstanding results and a high level of quality in WaSH; • Oversees implementation of projects and programmes working closely with WaSH Sector Advisors; • Take the lead role in sector studies to identify constraints and opportunities and to develop market-based solutions and approaches; • Support SNV management in fund brokering and mobilisation of resources for SNV advisory services to clients • Ensure proper integration of governance, gender issues in SNV advisory services gearing towards tangible results and impact • Assure quality of WaSH advisory services in country by content leadership in the identification, formulation, execution, monitoring and reporting of/on SNV program in the wash sector • Provide advice and support to third parties (LCBs, consultants) in order to professionalize their functioning and service delivery • Lead the SNV WaSH team in development and coordination of strategic partnerships for joint service delivery, knowledge development and resources mobilisation purposes • Actively participate in external and internal networks that contributes to the WaSH programme
Qualifications:
Candidate profile: Our Advisors combine technical competencies with the ability to facilitate change. Qualified candidates will bring: • Master degree in Rural/Urban Water supply & Sanitation, Water Resource Management, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management or a related field; • 8-10 years of experience in water resources management and/or W&S service delivery including 5 years as senior advisor or consultant. experience in Africa is preferred • Recognised experience in the management of change, institutional development and Organisational strengthening • Knowledge of/experience with good governance practices, decentralization, and empowerment principles • Advanced skills in participatory methodology, techniques, coaching, learning and team building • Knowledge of public sector service planning, delivery and management; • Knowledge of good governance practices, and approaches dealing with gender-sensitive, social inclusion and empowerment principles; • Proven ability to inspire and lead people with an empowering leadership style and demonstrable high level of competence in training and advisory methods; • Strong strategic and analytical skills, client and team oriented attitude • Excellent communication skills in English and French • Readiness to work and frequently travel in rural areas with minimal amenities; Desired start date: As soon as possible Contract duration: 1 year with the possibility for renewal Working at SNV: SNV Cameroon 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. How to apply: Please send your application letter and CV in English or French to irene@findajobinafrica.com with the subject line “SNVCM-ADV-W02” before the 11th September 2013. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. About SNV 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. We do not appreciate third-party mediation based on this advertisement.
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E-mail:	irene@findajobinafrica.c