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SNV is a not-for-profit international development organisation that applies practical knowledge to make a lasting difference in the lives of people living in poverty. We use our extensive and long-term in-country presence to apply and adapt our expertise in agriculture, energy, and water to local contexts. SNV has over 1250 staff in more than 25 countries in Asia, Africa, and Latin America. We are proud to be a not-for-profit organisation that uses project financing to implement our mission. This requires us to work efficiently and to invest in operational as well as technical excellence.
SNV’s vision is "a world where across every society, all people live with dignity and have equitable opportunities to sustainably thrive”, and we do this by strengthening capacities and catalysing partnerships that transform the food, energy, and water systems which enable sustainable and more equitable livelihoods for all.
For more information on SNV, visit our website: www.snv.org
Background
Through its water sector, SNV’s aims to contribute to improving water security for all, namely the reliable availability of an acceptable quantity and quality of water for health, livelihoods, ecosystems and production, coupled with an acceptable level of water-related risks. Under the water sector SNV supports sustainable and inclusive water uses for domestic and productive proposes, sanitation, pollution and waste management, as well as an urban integrated water cycle approach and water resource management.
The work in the water sector touches upon two human rights: the human right to water and sanitation, and the human right to a clean, healthy and sustainable environment. Governments are the duty-bearers of progressive realisation of these rights in their areas, not implementing everything themselves, but rights for all are realised, even for those areas that are less profitable or have less political weight
Water governance systems interlink governments, private sector and civil society in a way that enables responsible, equitable use of water, with the required checks and balances. SNV has a track record in facilitating structural change at different levels (national, sub-national, local), bringing together relevant stakeholders and creating conditions for change at scale. Our work is evidence based and promotes learning among peers in and across countries. Gender equality, social inclusion, and climate resilience are universal themes across all our work.
In Lao PDR, SNV has been operating since 1993 and registered as an independent organisation in 2004. Our long-term presence continues to provide the country programme with a sound understanding of the local context and ensure that we are aligned with the national development priorities of the country.
In Lao PDR, our most recent work in the water sector focusses on WASH, in particular access to safe sanitation and prioritising gender and social inclusion. Going forward the country portfolio aims to re-orient and broaden itself towards the wider water sector, with a stronger focus on climate change adaptation.
Overview of the position
SNV seeks a talented, entrepreneurial, result-oriented and proven professional who will work with the country team in Lao PDR to broaden and develop the SNV WASH portfolio to water and under the guidance of the global sector head.
The key roles for the Water Sector Leader:
1) Responsible for the overall development, supervision and management of water portfolio, steering the quality of technical advisory services, and ensuring an alignment with the global trends of water programming and SNV’s global approaches
2) Lead the identification and development of business opportunities for the water sector in the country.
3) Responsible for building and maintaining relations in-country with National Government, donors, and other organisations of the sector;
4) Enhance the quality and visibility of our water programmes and position SNV within the (inter) national sector; and
5) Assumes the role of in-country Project Leader for the Beyond the Finish Line Sustainable Sanitation and Hygiene for All (SSH4A) Programme, including content lead for GESI and climate resilience.
The Water Sector Leader reports directly to the Country Director and collaborates closely with the global sector team including multi-country programme managers.
Responsibilities
· Master's Degree in a relevant technical field
· 5+ years of relevant experience in a water management or a water-related field in both rural and urban contexts including at least 3 years in a management role, in Asia;
Competences
Reports to: Country Director
Contract Duration: 2 years, extension possible
Contract Type: International
Expected Start Date: By mid 2022
Information Duty Station: Vientiane, Lao PDR
Travel to Projects: In-country approximately 20% (COVID permitting)
Working at SNV
SNV offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. 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. Our staff benefit from, and contribute to, an internal global network of water experts. For more information, please visit our website: www.snv.org
How to Apply
If you believe that your credentials meet the outlined profile, we invite you to apply by uploading your CV and letter of motivation indicating salary expectations by clicking on the "I'm interested" button.
SNV is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are encouraged to apply.