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  • Posted: Oct 21, 2019
    Deadline: Oct 29, 2019
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    Founded in the Netherlands in 1965, we have built a long-term, local presence in many 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...
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    WASH Advisor

    Job Description

    The Position

    SNV Kenya is seeking a qualified and result oriented professional to fill the post of “WASH Advisor”. Reporting to the Project Manager, the Advisor will be the technical advisor (TA) to the project team, private sector partners and community on water supply management and multi-use and supply water solutions.

    Responsibilities

    Specific activities and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

    • Carrying out baseline analysis of water supply and management within the project area;
    • Coordinating environmental studies
    • Designing solutions to integrate innovative energy solutions with water solutions
    • Driving contractual engagements with key companies/water service providers;
    • Ensuring planning and design analysis of water management solutions
    • Contributing to analysis, knowledge and solution development around agriculture themes of the project and especially up-scaling, sustainability and inclusion of women and youth;
    • Liaising, coordinating, and garnering support from stakeholders (central or local government, other financial service providers, projects, etc);
    • Contributing to project’s Management for Results Framework and system (including evaluation and reporting), in close collaboration with the PM as the M&E responsible officer;
    • Working in close coordination with the rest of the team and undertaking additional assignments as requested by the team leader;

    Qualifications

    Candidate profile

    • Degree in a related field of study preferred, e.g. agricultural engineering, water resources management, Irrigation engineering, etc.;A Master degree will be an added advantage;
    • 7 years’ experience working in livelihood improvement through sanitation and hygiene programs in Kenya (Preferably in refugee setting);
    • Proven record of accomplishment in capacity building of micro and medium size enterprises development and insight into problems and constraints in stimulating entrepreneurship more so in the rural areas;
    • Field-based experience at the community level and working with groups, private sector partners and NGO’s/ Associations;
    • Knowledge of Kenyan environmental and agriculture legislation and issues preferred;
    • Familiarity with Government of Kenya structures and reporting systems desirable;
    • English language written and verbal fluency essential.

    Other Requirements

    • Strong intercultural skills, excellent networking skills and high level learning skills;
    • Ability to work independently in various environments and geographic settings;
    • Strong commitment, passion and positive attitude to work;
    • Strong communication and writing skills;
    • Proficiency in MS-Office and other computer applications;
    • Good interpersonal skills;
    • Ability to work in a team and be self-motivated;

    Additional Information

    Desired start date: as soon as possible.

    Duration Of Contract

    2 years initial contract term with possibility of extension.

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