Reform Project of the Urban Water and Sanitation Sector in Bauchi State, Nigeria
Sustainable Water and Sanitation in Africa (SUWASA) with funding from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), is expanding the model of the design and implementation of the urban water sector reforms of Bauchi State in Rivers and Ebonyi States. The aim of the project is to assist the two states in creating an enabling environment for independent urban water service providers to achieve commercial viability while providing sustainable services with financial and management autonomy.
SUWASA seeks to employ two Nigerian nationals in the full-time position of Team Leader to support project activities at each of its two new country offices in Port Harcourt Town, Rivers State and in Abakaliki Town, Ebonyi State, Interested candidates meeting the qualifications, experience, and skills outlined below are encouraged to apply for the respective position opening.
Tetra Tech, implementing the SUWASA project, is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in regards to applicant gender, creed or religious beliefs.
Position: Team Leader: (REF: Team Leader – Rivers State or Team Leader-Ebonyi State,)
Key Responsibilities
The project Team Leader shall be a self motivated professional whose responsibilities include the following:
a) Provide strategic leadership to the implementation of the project in Rivers or Ebonyi State;
b) Build strong implementation partnerships with USAID Nigeria mission, the Ministry of Water Resources, and other development key partners;
c) Prepare detailed quarterly and annual work plans and operational reports;
d) Develop human resource plans for the implementation of the project;
e) Supervise professional staff and any consultants hired to undertake specific assignments;
f) Coordinate all project activities with the relevant authorities, partners and the Regional Office;
g) Provide leadership and guidance to the technical assistance team and the administrative staff.
Qualifications and Experience
- At least a Masters degree in Engineering, Economics, Finance, Business Administration, or any other relevant degree.
- A minimum of 10 years of professional experience, with a demonstrable knowledge of the policy issues and challenges in the water and sanitation sector in Nigeria and particularly, Bauchi State;
- Experience in undertaking institutional, policy and regulatory reforms will be an advantage;
- Experience in working in a donor-funded environment;
- Ability to plan, direct, manage, control and take initiatives independently;
- Excellent people-management skills and natural ability to motivate and build a strong team.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should email an updated, current CV with three references and a recruit@ard-suwasa.org, with subject line indicating the specific office of interest: Team Leader – River State or Team Leader- Ebonyi State, as applicable.
Only shortlisted candidates meeting the listed minimum qualifications will be contacted for interview.
The selected candidate offered the position will be engaged by SUWASA in consideration of candidate availability and receipt of required hiring approval from USAID Contracting Officer Salary and benefits offered will be in conformance with project local compensation plan.
For a detailed job responsibility and qualification requirements visit (on www.usaid-suwasa.org)
The dosing date for receipt of applications is: Friday, 15th February 2013.
