POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Water Supply Service Technical Assistant and Capacity Building Specialist (Short-term)
Effective with the release of this position announcement, Winrock International is recruiting applicants for Water Supply Service Procurement and Capacity Building Specialist for the Improved Access to Safe Drinking Water in Liberia Activity. Responsibilities, duties, and qualifications are described in the below position description.
GENERAL:
Winrock International is a nonprofit organization that works with people in the United States and around the world to increase economic opportunity, sustain natural resources, and protect the environment. Winrock matches innovative approaches in agriculture, natural resources management, clean energy, and leadership development with the unique needs of its partners. By linking local individuals and communities with new ideas and technology, Winrock is increasing long-term productivity, equity, and responsible resource management to benefit the poor and disadvantaged of the world. Winrock seeks a qualified STTA for the recruitment and onboarding of a new private operator; and Capacity Building to strengthen the financial and management capacity of these systems and to foster collaborative relationships with county institutions and community stakeholders.
Remuneration:
Daily Rates will be Determined Based on the Qualification of the Successful Candidate and Using Winrock International Remuneration Scale.
APPLICATIONS:
Applicants must submit a cover letter and current CV to liberiawaterhr@winrock.org. Applicants should submit their application by close of business (UTC) by November 8, 2023
Winrock International is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Winrock does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (resume submission, interview, processing, training, visa, or other fees).’
POSITION TITLE: Water Supply Service Technical Assistant and Capacity Building Specialist
LOCATION: Monrovia, Liberia; and Support to LWSC Water Supply Systems in Robertsport (Grand Cape Mount County), Sanniquellie (Nimba County), and Voinjama (Lofa County).
UNIT: Water
REPORTS TO: Senior Institutional Development Manager
DURATION: [[[[ Four Months]]]
START DATE: Immediately
PROGRAM SUMMARY:
The USAID/Liberia Activity will strengthen water sector governance, create scalable models for equitable water service delivery, and mobilize collaborative action to improve access to clean water services. The purpose of the project is to move Liberians in Montserrado and Margibi counties to a basic level of water services. Winrock seeks a qualified STTA for the recruitment and onboarding of a new private operator; and Capacity Building to strengthen the financial and management capacity of these systems and to foster collaborative relationships with county institutions and community stakeholders.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under the direction of the Institutional Development Manager, the STTA will be responsible for working with Local Government Institutions (LGI) in Grand Cape Mount, Nimba, and Lofa counties and support the procurement of Operations Management Contractors who will be responsible for maintaining the three water treatment plants (WTPs) in the three cities and managing the water utility service. On behalf of Winrock, the candidate will liaise with national government offices like the Ministry of Internal Affairs, Liberia Water and Sewer Corporation, Liberia Ministry of Work, National Public Procurement and Concession Commission (PPCC), and other stakeholders. She/he will coordinate with FEI and organize and/or undertake capacity-building activities for LGIs and the contractors. The STTA will specifically perform the following tasks:
Procurement of New Private Operators
Capacity Building Training
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQURIEMENTS:
Education: Minimum BA or equivalent university degree in procurements and supplies management, resource management, or related field.
Experience: The ideal candidate will have the following experience:
* This position is open only to Liberian citizens.