WASH Project Officer - Lira

SNV is a mission-driven global development partner, rooted in the contexts and societies where we work. Inspired by the transformational principles and objectives set out by the SDGs, we are committed to building resilient agri-food systems that deliver food security and adequate nutrition; increasing the reliability and availability of water and sanitation at an acceptable quantity and quality; and to improving access to affordable and sustainable energy for all. In doing so, we aim to strengthen institutions, markets and effective governance within and across the agri-food, energy, and water sectors, reducing gender inequalities and barriers to social inclusion, and enabling adaptation and mitigation to the climate and biodiversity crises.

We are one team of over 1,600 people, the vast majority of whom come from the contexts where we work, in more than 20 countries in Africa and Asia. In Uganda, SNV operates through a decentralised approach with a country office in Kampala and regional offices in Fort Portal, Lira, Jinja and Rukungiri. SNV implements donor-funded activities across more than 100 districts in Uganda, ensuring a broad and diverse impact.

Our core values of people-centeredness and respect, equity and equality, and diversity and inclusion, are fundamental to who we are, and what we do. This is reflected in our vision, mission, and strategy, which sets out our aspirations and commitments as our compass towards 2030. For more information on our operations in Uganda and SNV visit our website: www.snv.org.

As our Water sector programme in Uganda continues to grow, we are looking for a dynamic professional to join our team. Interested candidates should meet the basic qualifications outlined within the Candidate Profile and exhibit a strong desire to be a catalyst for change

Primary Responsibilities

The Water and Sanitation (WASH) Project Officer will support the Project Manager in the implementation of the activities in the following areas:

Provision of Advisory Services

• Contribute to the development of sustainable and affordable water service provision; ensuring that the O&M and regulatory frameworks are strengthened by building capacities at all levels, with the enhanced inclusion of women.
• Strengthen the capacity of existing water users within the target regions to re-gain access to previously non-functional water facilities, through improved management, improved reliability of supply and improved facility repairs.
• Strengthen the capacity of political leadership, selected local government structures/ institutions to improve access to and sustainability of rural water services. Ensure that both district and sub-county technical personnel will be supported to implement their roles in O&M systems within the local communities.
• Follow up on the Water Source Committees (WSC’s) and Sub-Country Water Supply and Sanitation Supply Boards (SWSSB’s); while ensuring that established WSC’s and SWSSB’s receive the necessary organizational development.
• Support the Hand Pump Mechanic Associations (HPMAs) in the development and implementation of their business plans; including the acquisition of contracts and will work on the supply chain aspects of O&M and link the HPMs to the Area Service Provider (ASP).
• Facilitate contacts between WASH stakeholders (sector institutions, service providers, funding agencies, private sector organizations, etc.).
• Contribute to the budgeting, planning, programmatic processes and financial management of the project activities within the target area.
• Provide regular updates and bi-weekly written reports the Project Manager.
• Provide coaching and mentoring of program personnel; consultants; partners and stakeholders on the relevant program strategies and implementation techniques.
• Advise on the strategic development of the project and actively participate in the drafting and implementation of strategies and work plans and reports.
• Analyse project environment, identify any threats and suggest appropriate strategies to management

Supervision, Monitoring, Evaluation & Quality Assurance

• Responsible for the supervision, monitoring and reporting on the implementation of ongoing activities related to the strengthening of water use capacity; rehabilitation of  non-functional water facilities; construction of construction works, support for district and sub-county technical personnel; establishment and support for WSC’s, SWSSB’s, HPMA’s etc.
• Support the Project Manager & the M&E intern in ensuring that that mechanisms to monitor the implementation of the project activities is in place and that data collection is carried out in a systematic and timely fashion; ensuring that quality data is recorded and analysed.
• Providing support to extension workers and implementing partners to ensure delivery of project assignments / results meets SNV requirements in terms of scope, quality and timeliness of delivery.

Knowledge Development, Brokering and Networking

• Facilitate learning and knowledge development on best practices within the WASH sector;
• Support documentation of case studies, best practices and emerging models from SNV practice.
• Participate in internal and external learning and networking events relevant to the WASH sector’s programmes.
• Effective participation and contribution in the SNV country WASH sector group

• University degree in Civil/ Environmental Engineering, Hydrogeology, , Environmental Health Sciences, etc.
• A minimum of 2 years of relevant working experience in Water/ Sanitation/Hygiene programming within the Uganda WASH sector.
• Proven technical and management expertise in terms of WASH project assessments, design, implementation, reporting, monitoring and evaluation and stakeholder engagement.
• Experience in preparation of design drawings and bills of quantities for civil works,
• Good understanding of water supply design principles and concepts, and use of any engineering applications for design of water supply systems.
• Good understanding of the Water Sector regulatory and policy frameworks in Uganda, including the national farmwork work for O&M of rural water supply infrastructures (2020).
• Demonstrated competencies within the Uganda WASH sector and experience in facilitating multi-stakeholder processes.
• Ability to multitask, strong attention to detail; ability to work independently; strong analytical, communication and report writing skills.
• Experience in coordinating a range of diverse actors and activities to achieve a common programming objective under the WASH sector.
• Very good understanding of different participatory approaches for household and institutional sanitation improvement,
• Good understanding of the link between Water, Sanitation and Hygiene
• Strong communicator with the requisite interpersonal and negotiation skills to work with persons of various cultural and educational backgrounds.
• Team player with service-oriented attitudes.
• Familiarity and proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PPT, etc.
• Fluency in English (written/oral/comprehension) is required (Additional languages preferred).
• Ability to work in multi-cultural environment and willingness to learn basic words in the local indigenous language (such as greetings, saying thank you, etc).
• Valid Riding Permit.; with three years of riding experience.
• Ability/willingness to ride motorcycles to project sub-counties and districts.

Additional Requirement

• Result oriented: The ability to take direct action in order to attain or exceed objectives.
• Initiative: The ability to recognise and create opportunities and to act accordingly. Rather starting something than waiting passively for it to happen.
• Flexibility: The ability to change one’s behavioural style and/or views in order to achieve a set goal.

• Accuracy: The ability to work accurately and diligently, with an eye for detail aimed at preventing mistakes.
• Problem analysis: The ability to detect problems, recognise important information and link various data to trace potential causes and look for relevant details.
• Focus on quality: Setting high quality standards and striving for continuous improvement and quality assurance.

 Interviews Process

• Interviews for this position will be held in Lira Offices

 Cost of Travel

• The cost of travel will be fully dependant on the candidate.

How to apply

If you believe that your credentials meet the outlined profile, we invite you to apply by uploading your CV and motivation letter in English. Deadline is Wednesday 11th February 2026.

Working at SNV

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NB: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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