Overview about Global Communities
Global Communities works at the intersection of humanitarian assistance, sustainable development, and financial inclusion to save lives, advance equity and secure strong futures. We support communities at the forefront of their own development in more than 35 countries, partnering with local leaders, governments, civil society and the private sector to achieve a shared vision of a more just, prosperous and equitable global community. We work with government, non-government, private sector, and community stakeholders to promote transparency, foster accountability, and access the channels they need to make their voices heard, promote change, and realize their full potential.
In Ethiopia, Global Communities’ current main project is the Resilience in Pastoral Areas (RIPA) South - a five-year project funded by USAID Feed the Future and implemented by Global Communities. RIPA South is designed to improve the resilience capacities of households, markets, and governance institutions across 16 target Woredas of Oromia (Borana and East Borana), Somali (Dawa and Liben) and South Ethiopia (South Omo Zone) regions, collectively contributing to enhanced food security and inclusive economic growth.
Job Summary
The Emergency WASH Advisor will be responsible to develop and guide the implementation of Global Communities Ethiopia’s water resource management and emergency WASH strategies and provide technical backstopping in all activities related to Water scheme rehabilitations, Hygiene and sanitation, and water harvesting technology, including environmental impact assessments and mitigation measures. She/he guides the design the implementation, monitors their installation and provides guidance on the development of maintenance plans. She/he will also develop and strengthen partnerships among sector stakeholders, government counterparts and NGOs involved in emergency WASH activities in order to foster mutual learning and identify innovations that would increase the efficiency and effectiveness of water related intervention in the operational areas.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Stakeholder Engagement & Networking
Department: Program
Reports to: Emergency Response Program Manager
Duty Station: Addis Ababa with 50% field travel
Contract Duration: Three months with possible extension depending on donor approval and performance
Education and Experience:
Skills Required:
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