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East Africa Program Coordinator at Global
Water Center September 2024
Job type: Full-time
Position: East Africa Program Coordinator
FLSA (Fair Labor Standards Act) Classification: Salary/Exempt
Division/Location: East Africa (Preference for Uganda or Tanzania)
Position Type: Full Time Employee
Reports To: GWC Program Lead
Department: Collective Action
Work Hours: Monday– Friday, 40 hours/week, additional hours as required
ABOUT GLOBAL WATER CENTER
Global
Water Center “GWC” believes everyone deserves access to safely managed
water. We provide education, innovation, and collaboration to equip
leaders to solve the global water crisis together. As the go-to resource
for the rural water sector, our safe water resources have reached
people in 131 countries. In addition to education, we also use
innovative technology to make water projects more effective and
reliable.
GWC mobilizes internal and external
experts to aid in capacity development, and the assessment, design,
implementation, and monitoring of projects that serve water sector
organizations in low- and middle-income countries.
Global Water
Center’s work environment is fast-paced, dynamic, and highly
collaborative. Candidates should be comfortable working in an
early-stage environment, balancing the need for flexibility, structure,
and procedure.
See more at www.globalwatercenter.org
WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?
The
East Africa Program Coordinator will play a pivotal role in developing
relationships, managing projects, and coordinating GWC’s programs across
East Africa. This role is centered on expanding and managing vocational
and government training programs to build local capacity in the water
sector. It is responsible for driving initiatives that strengthen
partnerships, enhance training programs, and ensure effective project
execution in the region.
This position is based in East Africa,
with a preference for Uganda or Tanzania. The role requires regular
regional travel, with the potential for international travel outside the
region as needed. The GWC work environment is dynamic, fast-paced, and
flexible, with a focus on collaboration and innovation.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Relationship Management:
- Build
and strengthen strong partnerships with government bodies, vocational
training institutions, NGOs, and other stakeholders to expand GWC’s
collective impact in the region. - Serve as the primary GWC representative in East Africa, promoting the organization’s mission and values to external audiences.
Program Coordination:
- Supporting
the planning, execution, and monitoring of GWC projects in East Africa,
ensuring alignment with the organization’s strategic objectives. - Coordinate
the implementation of vocational training programs, focusing on
developing the skills of water professionals across the region. - Manage budgets, timelines, and project deliverables, ensuring that projects are completed on time and within scope.
- Work closely with the Program Lead to align regional activities with GWC’s global strategy.
- Coordinate
with local and national governments to integrate GWC’s training
programs into existing frameworks, ensuring sustainability and
scalability. - Facilitate knowledge sharing and capacity building among regional stakeholders to enhance the effectiveness of water projects.
- Oversee the scheduling and logistics of program activities and events.
Training:
- Support
coordination of and participate in partner training sessions for
various stakeholders, including local government officials and
vocational trainers, to align capacity development in the water sector. - Support the GWC team in developing and adapting training materials to meet the specific needs of the region.
- Provide support and mentorship to local trainers.
Reporting and Evaluation:
- Provide timely and accurate reports on project progress, challenges, and outcomes to the GWC leadership team.
- Support the evaluation of the impact of GWC’s programs in the region, using data to drive continuous improvement.
- Gather valuable feedback and evaluate program effectiveness to inform continuous improvement efforts.
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QUALIFICATIONS
- An extensive knowledge of key local and regional decision makers and organizations that are critical catalysts to GWC’s work.
- Alignment
with GWC’s core values of love, excellence, and integrity, with a
passionate commitment to ending water poverty in East Africa. - A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., international development, environmental science, or engineering) is preferred.
- Minimum
of five years of experience in WASH and project management, ideally
with a focus on capacity building and vocational training. - Experience in conducting training is a significant advantage.
- Ability
to manage complex projects, work collaboratively with diverse teams,
and build strong relationships with external partners. - Experience working with government agencies and understanding the dynamics of public sector engagement in East Africa.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively represent GWC to a variety of audiences.
- Willingness to travel extensively within East Africa and occasionally internationally.
- Ability and capacity to manage remote working conditions and working across different time zones
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Leadership: Ability to inspire and lead teams, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
- Results Orientation: Strong organizational skills with a focus on achieving measurable outcomes.
- Cultural
Sensitivity: Deep understanding of the cultural and socio-economic
context of East Africa, with the ability to navigate complex stakeholder
landscapes. - Strategic Thinking: Ability to think critically and
strategically about GWC’s mission and how to best achieve its goals in
East Africa. - Innovation: Capacity to develop creative solutions to challenges and adapt to changing circumstances.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Ability to safely lift a minimum of 35 lbs.
- Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods.
- Ability
to work outside the normal Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm workweek:
Ability to work flexible hours to provide course support across multiple
time zones, including but not limited to Eastern, Pacific, Greenwich
Mean Time, Indian Standard Time, Central European Time, and other
European time zones.
WHY JOIN US
- Make a tangible impact on the lives of 2.2 billion living without access to safely managed water
- Collaborate with a passionate and competent team of professionals.
- Opportunity to shape and influence our company’s core strategy and future direction.
- Competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, PTO (Paid Time Off).
Please
note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a
comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities
required of the person in this position. Duties, responsibilities, and
activities may change at any time with or without notice.
How to Apply:
This is Full-time Job, To submit your application, please follow the link provided below.
