Vacature: Water management/WASH expert

For those in need! As Dorcas, we strive for lasting change for those who live in poverty, are excluded, or are caught in a crisis! Together with hundreds of colleagues, from the Netherlands and abroad, and with tens of thousands of volunteers, we are committed to this mission every day.

In situations of poverty, exclusion and crisis, we create opportunities for disadvantaged people to flourish. We work in Eastern Europe, East Africa and the Middle East, where we reach about one million people every year.

Do you want to be part of our mission? Are you an experienced strategic networker within the Humanitarian and/or Development field? Do you have expertise in Water management/WASH and a strong track record of partnering with relevant donors and stakeholders in the sector and are you looking for your next meaningful challenge? Then read on, because we are looking for a passionate and results-oriented 

Water management/WASH expert

32-hours a week
Location: Almere, The Netherlands

Purpose of the role

As a Water Expert you will be supporting Dorcas Country Offices (COs) in design and implementation of water related programmes in development and humanitarian contexts. You will join the Programme and Knowledge Support (P&KS) department consisting of 20 staff members and report  to the Manager. You will provide technical support to our country offices and partners, co-design water related programs (pe: Wash in humanitarian context, climate related water management projects, entrepreneurial WASH), represent Dorcas in Water related networks in the Netherlands and lead consortia for joint external fundraising. All of this, with the aim of reaching and helping  people affected by poverty, crisis and exclusion.

Responsibilities

• Provide expertise to country office staff through training as well as guidance in the design and implementation of water programmes.
• Coordinate the development of expertise on water related approaches in the organisation.
• Support the integration of climate resilience into water-related programming where relevant, particularly in high-risk geographies, such as climate smart WASH and water access systems.
• Ensure that WASH programming is context-responsive, whether in emergencies, long-term development, entrepreneurial models or climate-affected regions.
• Establish consortia with other organisations for external fundraising.
• Write external funding applications.
• Represent Dorcas as a water expert in relevant external networks.

Your profile

• You have a master’s degree, preferably in the field of water management or a related area.
• You have >5 years working experience in humanitarian and/or development aid, preferably in the area of WASH and/or climate related WASH programming.
• You understand how water can be used as a climate adaptation measure.
• You understand the principles and design of entrepreneurial water programs that support sustainable access and income generation.
• You are a good communicator and have strong written and oral skills in both Dutch and English.
• You have good knowledge of the international donor community and expertise in leading, developing and writing project proposals, often in cooperation with multiple partners.
• You are proactive, flexible, innovative, culturally and organizationally sensitive and you enjoy working within a diverse team.
• As a Christian you can fully agree with our mission, vision and core values ​​and you are willing to commit to our code of conduct *.

What’s in it for you?

• A salary ranging from € 3802 to € 6107 (based on a 36-hour work week).
• 8% holiday allowance.
• Personal development budget to invest in professional growth.
• Professional, enthusiastic, and driven colleagues in the Netherlands and abroad.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Good secondary employment conditions (including working partially from home, travel allowance and a non-contributory pension).

Apply for this position!

We look forward to receiving your application! Send your cover letter and resume to us via the email hr@dorcas.nl. For questions you can reach out to Natascha Gendi, Manager, at +31637353005. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis and the vacancy will be closed once a suitable candidate is found. Early applications are encouraged!

A valid EU work permit is required.

* All Dorcas employees sign the Dorcas code of conduct and are obliged to adhere to it. The protection of the child has specific attention in our code of conduct. We hereby follow the PSEA guidelines (Protection Against Sexual Exploitation and Abuse). During the application process we can perform a background check, including references from former employers. You can find our code of conduct via downloads at dorcas.nl/organisatie.