Water and Sanitation - Global Communities

Global Communities' mission is to be a catalyst for long-lasting change in low-and moderate- income communities around the world, helping them improve their social, economic, and environmental conditions. Our reputation is built on the strong relationships we have with the communities we serve – engaging and involving them throughout the development process to keep control and ownership in their hands.

Global Communities is seeking experienced applicants with strong technical and managerial skills for an anticipated water and sanitation program in Central and Western Equatoria.

We anticipate a number of positions that will be responsible for local implementation of the program and M&E.

The implementation positions will manage and ensure the successful implementation of the program at the local level, including managing staff, activities, and finances. S/he will serve as a representative of the project, liaising with the government and other partners. S/he will be responsible for the achievement of targeted results, and will identify issues and risks related to project implementation in a timely manner and manage appropriate project adjustments.

The Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist will be responsible for the principle monitoring and evaluation activities for the program.  In particular, s/he will be responsible for:  ensuring consistent data collection and management; managing the data collection process to include schedules, logistics and methodologies in coordination with data collection teams and consultants; analyzing and interpreting qualitative and quantitative data; reporting on activities, accomplishments and results for USAID deliverables; and ensuring that lessons learned influence future program selection, design and implementation.

Qualifications

• Minimum eight (8) years of program management experience or M&E experience in related technical areas.
• Experience implementing WASH programs, with a particular focus on public-private partnerships, behavior change communication, infrastructure, or governance preferred.
• Ability to write reports and procedure manuals, effectively present information, and respond to questions from managers, counterparts, regional and HQ Global Communities staff. 
• Ability to relate, motivate and work as a team player.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize workload and multi-task in a fast paced environment.
• University degree in public administration, international development, international management or other relevant field.
• Fluency in written and spoken English is required.
• USAID experience preferred.

Qualified South Sudanese nationals and individuals with experience in post-conflict environments particularly encouraged to apply.

All interested individuals are encouraged to apply and should submit their updated resumes and cover letters to the Water and Sanitation (So. Sudan) job on the Global Communities’ website: http://www.globalcommunities.org/careers.