Position Description/Summary: The main objectives of the SWSP activity are to 1) improve governance and management capacity for WASH at the subnational level; 2) increase access to sustainable water and sanitation services, including in institutional settings; and 3) increase the resilience of water supply to climate change, disaster and public health emergencies. The DCOP will report to the Chief of Party (COP) and provide technical leadership and activity oversight across several areas of anticipated focus for the project. This is anticipated to be a five-year position based in Zambia.
Responsibilities:
*Provide overall leadership, strategic guidance, vision and management to staff for successful implementation;
* Support the COP in all aspects of implementation to ensure deliverables and compliance;
* Work closely with technical and administrative staff to ensure the integration of all technical areas as well as strong collaboration with other donors, local organizations, and local government counterparts;
* Meet contractual obligations, produce deliverables and targets, and achieve project result as specified by the client;
* Support the technical design of grants packages;
* Provide quality control of products prepared by the team and provide technical guidance to partners;
* Communicate/work with key stakeholders at regional, national, and municipal levels.
Minimum Qualification Requirements:
* Minimum bachelor’s degree (master’s preferred) in international development, public administration, business management, water and sanitation, water resources management, or other relevant disciplines;
* Minimum 10 years of professional experience implementing projects related to governance and service delivery, particularly within the WASH sector;
* At least 5 years of experience leading technical teams and activities for large-scale (over $20M) donor-funded programs, preferably USAID;
* Demonstrated ability to manage diverse teams of experts and partners and a demonstrated ability to integrate content from multiple disciplines and sectors;
* Experience in planning missions and coordinating logistics for team members;
* Proven ability to maintain productive working relationships with government officials, private sector actors, and other stakeholders;
* Ability to serve as acting COP in the absence of the COP;
* Excellent report-writing and communication skills required;
* Experience working with a regulator and/or water utilities preferred;
* English language fluency (oral and written) and previous experience in Zambia is required;
* Qualified Zambian Nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.
To be considered, please submit the following:
* CV
Please indicate where you saw Tetra Tech’s IDS ad posted.
Apply online here.
Please ensure that only the requested documents noted above are submitted. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
Tetra Tech International Development is committed to safeguarding and technical excellence in equality and social inclusion. Our team of dedicated Gender, Youth, and Social Inclusion (GYSI) advisers work closely with our staff and partners to share international norms and best practices to improve the livelihoods of the world’s most marginalized groups. Tetra Tech International Development is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives that aim to expand inclusion and an authentic sense of belonging to all our staff regardless of background.
Reasonable Accommodations:
We are dedicated to hiring an inclusive workforce. If you would like to request reasonable accommodations during the application process, please visit Tetra Tech’s Disability Assistance Page . Our recruitment team looks forward to engaging in an interactive process to provide reasonable accommodations for candidates.
Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 550 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees — 28,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action/Americans with Disabilities/Veterans employer.
ARD 188
Proposal and tender opportunity
Water Security and Sanitation (International Development)
Submit your CV and Application on Company Website : Click Here
Closing Date : 15th August, 2024.
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