Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)

Living Water International (LWI) is a global Non-Governmental Organization that exists to demonstrate the love of God by helping communities acquire desperately needed clean water, and experience “living water” (the gospel of Jesus Christ) which alone satisfies the deepest thirst. Living Water provides safe drinking water, Christian Witness, Sanitation and Hygiene Education to communities across Africa, Asia, Latin America & Carribbean.

The following vacancy exists at Living Water International, in Petauke.

Position Purpose

Responsible for overall project leadership of the Sustainable Rural Water Service Delivery Programme for the 77 solar-powered piped water systems, providing programming and technical implementation guidance across Water Access/O&M, Sanitation and Hygiene, Church and Community Mobilization (CCM), and Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL). Ensures achievement of the programme's five technical and sustainability pillars, acts as the primary liaison with stakeholders; the Ministry of Water Development and Sanitation, District Councils, and District WASH Committees, and oversees all aspects of the project's operations, donor compliance, government co-financing engagement, and technical direction.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

• Master's degree in Engineering, Public Health, Development Studies, Water Resources Management, or a related field;
• PMP/PMD Pro certification preferred;
• Must be a committed Christian, with a personal relationship with Jesus Christ
• Knowledge and experience with WASH sector guidelines and best practices
• Knowledge and experience in program report writing
• Knowledge and experience in program design
• Knowledge and experience designing or delivering WASH programming.
• Highly proficient in English both spoken and written
• Ability to produce and deliver presentations
• Highly proficient basic computer skills – Word, excel, power point
• Oral Communication/Presentation skills
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to work in rural environments with little to no infrastructure
• License to drive a vehicle

Experience needed

• 8–10 years of senior-level WASH/rural development programme management experience;
• Personnel/Team management experience
• 3 years’ experience in financial analysis/budget management.

Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)

LWI Zambia is an equal opportunity employer, and therefore qualified females are encouraged to apply.

All documents submitted will not be returned and are subject to authenticity and background checks.

A recommendation from your local pastor / church leader will be an added advantage.

ONLY shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

Interested candidates should have own accommodation in Petauke.

• Oversee the Project Launch and Partnership Inception process and the development of the program design with key stakeholders and ensure it complies and is compatible with the LWI global strategic plan and the Government Co-Financing Framework.
• Provide visionary leadership to the 17-member multidisciplinary project team and oversight of the Circuit Rider/Area Pump Minder (APM) network, fostering a shared vision, strong team culture, and high levels of motivation and accountability.
• Responsible for ensuring programs operate under LWI global quality standards
• Promote inclusive leadership practices that empower staff, encourage innovation, and support diversity and well-being across the district-based technical teams.
• Advise the country office on current Government and global WASH standards, procedures and policies, and lead engagement with the Ministry of Water Development and Sanitation, Provincial Water and Sanitation Officers, District Councils, and District WASH Committees on the Government Co-Financing MoU.
• Take control of project execution and prepare reports in accordance with donor requirements, including quarterly portfolio performance reports and annual sustainability performance reviews.
• Manage the program budget/grant, based out of the Petauke WPA office.
• Responsible for the programmatic delivery of the Sustainable Rural Water Service Delivery Model across all 78 systems, maintaining functionality above 95%.
• Oversee the Circuit Rider/Area Pump Minder (APM) network’s recruitment, deployment, and performance-vesting milestones.
• Report to the Program Director monthly on program progress, including RMU-enabled functionality data.
• Write monthly, quarterly and annual reports per regional guidelines and submit within deadlines
• Manage external consultants and individuals sub-contracted to implement hardware contracts, including migration of the Remote Monitoring Unit (RMU) software and data.
• Develop and maintain relationships with Government stakeholders, church and traditional leaders, and communities across the six project districts.
• Execute other tasks as required for the successful implementation of the program, including guiding LWIZ's potential transition into a Technical Assistance and Advisory Partner.

• Knowledge and experience with WASH sector guidelines and best practices
• Knowledge and experience in program report writing
• Knowledge and experience in program design
• Knowledge and experience designing or delivering WASH programming.
• Highly proficient in English both spoken and written
• Ability to produce and deliver presentations
• Highly proficient basic computer skills – Word, excel, power point
• Oral Communication/Presentation skills
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to work in rural environments with little to no infrastructure
• License to drive a vehicle

• Master's degree in Engineering, Public Health, Development Studies, Water Resources Management, or a related field;
• 8–10 years of senior-level WASH/rural development programme management experience;
• PMP/PMD Pro certification preferred;
• Personnel/Team management experience
• 3 years’ experience in financial analysis/budget management.
• Must be a committed Christian, with a personal relationship with Jesus Christ