SNV is an international development organization. We believe that no-one should have to live in poverty and that all people should have the opportunity to pursue their own sustainable development. We aim to make a lasting difference in the lives of people around the world.
- Job Type: Full Time
- Qualification: BA/BSc/HND
- Experience: 5 years
- Location: Abuja
- Job Field: Consultancy , Engineering / Technical
Job Description
The objective of this study is to collect information that would Aid SNVs understanding of the water sector and identify value adding opportunities and partnerships for SNV. The key tasks to be performed are outlined as follows:
- Develop an understanding of SNV’s, strategy, strength, and experience as relevant for the water sector in Nigeria
- Present an overview of the water sector in the country, highlighting status of the sector, barriers and challenges, trends, and outlook.
- Assess the political economy of the water sector in the country including an understanding of Nigeria’s supply dynamics and access challenges.
- Present an overview of water resource management in Nigeria and how it links to different use sectors including priorities, challenges, constraints, ongoing initiative
- Develop a stakeholder mapping of the sector (including governmental actors, private sector companies, development partners, national and international NGOs, financiers & investors, and other market development actors), analyse donor funding trends and government priorities
- Present an overview of Irrigation and WASH subsectors in Nigeria including, priorities, challenges, constraints, ongoing initiatives, and mapping of key stakeholders, donors, financiers & investors
- Review cross cutting issues in the water sector – GESI, Climate adaptation and mitigation, Governance & Institutions
- Assess and recommend key opportunities for SNV in the water sector highlighting niche, value add propositions, proposed interventions, including an assessment of strength, weakness, opportunities, and threats (SWOT).
- Assess potential competition and beneficial partnerships for SNV in Nigeria.
- Organize and conduct Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) if appropriate to further enrich findings from the study.
- Develop an annotated list and summary of key policy and regulatory frameworks relevant for the water sector including relevant policies from other SNV focal sectors – Agriculture and Energy.
- In addition to the assessment report covering the above points, produce a summary PowerPoint presentation which portrays key findings.
- Present findings and identify 2-3 priority interventions, considering specific sub-sectors and/or approaches, potential partners and funders.
- The methodology for this will be a combination of literature review and key informant interviews.
Academic & professional qualifications, Knowledge and Experience:
Qualifications required include:
- 5+ years’ experience working in water sector in Nigeria.
- More than 5+ experience developing and designing water system and WASH programme interventions.
- Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of the Nigerian water sector including stakeholder activities, policy and regulatory framework, and private sector initiatives.
- Experience performing assignments of a similar or closely related nature
- Evidenced excellent writing, analytical, and communication skills to be supported by work samples.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified? Go to SNV on jobs.smartrecruiters.com to apply
