Regional Director for South Asia to provide leadership to the region and contribute to the global leadership of WaterAid. The role requires a degree or professional qualification in a relevant subject and substantial track record of successfully working and leading teams at a senior level across different contexts. The ideal candidate will have in-depth understanding of the South Asian context and proven track record of building and leading high-performing teams.
Requirements
- Degree, professional qualification in a relevant subject (i.e., development studies, social sciences, public health/health education or civil engineering) or equivalent experience.
- Substantial track record of successfully working and leading teams at a senior level across different contexts with strategic leadership and management responsibilities in international development.
- In-depth understanding of the South Asian context (social, political, policy and institutional environment).
- Proven track record of building and leading high performing, diverse and virtual teams, skilled in cross cultural management.
- Current experience of development policy and practice with key stakeholders in the region (i.e., governments, donors, regional and continental bodies and networks).
- Track record of policy influencing at regional and/or continental levels.
- Post-graduate degree in Development Studies, social sciences or management.
- Experience of working for an international NGO.
- Experience in and understanding of WASH sector will be a strong advantage.
- Understanding of implementing projects through partner organisations.
- Specific experience in one of WaterAidâs key thematic areas â Water, Sanitation, Hygiene, Urban, Sanitation, Human Rights, Gender and Equality, Water Resource Management.
- Experience of institutional strengthening within NGO or government environment.
Benefits
- Salaries and benefits will vary by country, depending on the successful candidate's location and experience.
- 13th month and benefits.
- House Rent Allowance @50% of basic, Transportation @ 15% of basic, medical allowance, Festival Bonus.
