Program Manager – Sanitation Program

About the role

The Sanitation Program at WASAC seeks a dedicated Program Manager to lead the planning, execution, and delivery of individual sanitation projects. This role ensures projects meet scope, budget, and timeline while aligning with WASAC’s strategic objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and completion of single sanitation projects.
• Develop and implement project plans, goals, and objectives that support strategic objectives.
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams, including internal staff and external consultants.
• Build and maintain relationships with government agencies, industry partners, and other key stakeholders.
• Prepare, monitor, and manage project budgets efficiently.
• Provide regular progress updates to the SPIU Coordinator, highlighting challenges and outcomes.
• Ensure all projects comply with local regulations and industry standards.
• Perform any additional duties assigned by the SPIU Coordinator.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Sanitation Engineering, Environmental Engineering or a related field (or a relevant degree with at least 7 years experience).
• Minimum 5 years of experience managing design, construction, supervision, or contract management of infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience in donor‑funded project management (e.g., USAID, EU, UN agencies, World Bank, AfDB).
• Professional qualification such as Project Management Professional (PMP) is an added value.

Required skills

What we offer

• Short‑term contract position within a leading water and sanitation authority.
• Opportunity to work on impactful donor‑funded projects.