Water, Sanitation And Hygiene (Wash) Advisor

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Public Health, Community Development, Environmental Health, or a related field.
  
• Professional certification in Project Management is an added advantage.
  
• At least eight (8) years of experience in community development and program management.
  
• Minimum of three (3) years in a managerial or leadership role.
  
• Demonstrated experience managing donor-funded programs and stakeholder relationships
  

• Conceptualize, design, and lead implementation of WASH initiatives in collaboration with core and support departments (Research, Monitoring & Evaluation, Social and Behavioral Change Communication, Health Services, etc.).
  
• Identify and manage growth opportunities within the WASH program portfolio.
  
• Coordinate program activities with internal and external stakeholders including donors, Ministry of Health (MoH), Technical Working Groups (TWGs), and partners.
  
• Develop and manage program budgets, ensuring effective burn rates and financial accountability.
  
• Lead development of annual marketing plans and budgeted work plans and Monitor program performance against donor deliverables and provide strategic recommendations.
  
• Spearhead monthly and quarterly donor reporting, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
  
• Develop and/or supervise production of Information Education and Communication (IEC) materials and Behavioral Change Communication facilitation tools.
  
• Liaise with the Monitoring & Evaluation team to ensure effective use of MIS tools and data for reporting and improved programming.
  
• Lead program implementation alongside service delivery and outreach teams to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
  
• What does success in this role looks like?
  
• Achievement of program and donor targets for WASH projects.
  
• Improved key behavioral outcomes across target communities.
  
• Increased stakeholder engagement in program and communications development.
  
• Successful design and execution of high-impact program activities.
  
• Timely preparation and submission of accurate donor and management reports.
  
• Effective budget management and cost control.