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Catchment Implementation Specialist job at Catholic Relief | Apply Now
Kampala, Uganda
Full-time
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Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is a globally recognized humanitarian organization dedicated to alleviating poverty and promoting human dignity through sustainable development, emergency relief, and peacebuilding initiatives. Founded in 1943 by the U.S. Catholic Bishops, CRS has grown into a trusted leader in international aid, serving millions of vulnerable individuals across more than 100 countries.
The organization is known for its commitment to ethical service delivery and has earned a reputation for effectiveness in disaster response, agriculture, health, education, and economic development. CRS fosters a values-driven work culture that prioritizes integrity, compassion, and respect, offering employees meaningful career opportunities in a supportive and diverse environment with flexible work arrangements.
The organization's innovative approach integrates local partnerships, cutting-edge technology, and evidence-based solutions to maximize impact. With a vast global network, CRS works closely with communities, governments, and faith-based groups to create sustainable change. Rooted in Catholic values, the organization upholds principles of justice, stewardship, and solidarity while engaging in corporate social responsibility initiatives that empower marginalized populations. For more information, visit www.crs.org.
Catchment Implementation Specialist job at Catholic Relief Services
Catholic Relief Services
A catchment implementation specialist at Catholic relief services is responsible for designing, implementing and monitoring water and sanitation projects in rural and urban areas. The specialist works with local partners, communities and authorities to ensure the sustainability and quality of the interventions. The specialist also provides technical guidance and capacity building to the project staff and stakeholders. The specialist reports to the water and sanitation program manager and coordinates with other sectors and teams within the organization.
Proactively implement catchment-level interventions from inception to completion, ensuring they align with the Activity annual work plan, policies/procedures, organizational goals, and quality standards.
Support WASH Team-lead and Catchment Managers to host/attend meetings with district authorities and local council members and present high-level letters of intent (LOIs) concerning the Activity’s process and the possible interventions for approval and signature.
Facilitate the implementation and completion of start-up and interim assessments conducted in the assigned catchment area by Activity partners according to the annual work plan (such as the Baseline, Infrastructure Gap Analysis, Construction Implementation Plan, Market Systems and Private Sector Landscaping Analysis, and MBISA Formative Research among others).
Facilitate the selection of sub-counties, communities, and households where appropriate for Activity interventions.
With WASH Team-lead and Catchment Managers/Cross-cutting team members, support and participate in co-creation/co-design of local interventions where assigned.
Facilitate awareness and outreach activities to solicit partnerships via the Notices of Funding Opportunities (NOFOs) designed by the Technical and Grants/Procurement teams.
Report back to WASH Team-lead and Catchment Manager with key progress updates on interventions for inclusion in bi-weekly, quarterly, and annual reports.
Facilitate the design and implementation of pause and reflect and listening sessions with local stakeholders to help the Activity adapt interventions where needed.
Attend assigned local collaboration and coordination meetings and platforms with local authorities, donors, and other implementing partners to ensure the Activity interventions are not duplicative and report back to Catchment Manager for Activity awareness of the implementation environment.
Stay abreast of local, district and national regulations and ensure compliance within catchment areas; collaborate and comply with regulatory agencies such as National Environmental Management Authority, Environment office to obtain necessary permits and approvals for catchment interventions.
Build and maintain positive communication and relationships with local communities, government agencies/authorities, environmental organizations, and other stakeholders.
Participate in Activity annual work planning and pause and reflect workshops to plan for and adapt the Activity interventions each year.
Ensure accurate and timely exchange of information and reporting to external and internal stakeholders.
Support the organization and hosting of intervention site visits by the client (USAID) and/or others as assigned.
Other tasks as assigned by the WASH Team-lead or Catchment Manager. Basic
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Bachelor's Degree required in the field of environmental health science, public health, agriculture, or social works with experience in approaches such as MBSIA or CLTS Plus, Market system or gender and governance will be a plus.
Minimum of 4-year work experience in related projects with INGO. Experience in Lokok, Lokere or Awoja is desired.
Experience in implementing USAID funded activities is a plus.
Specialized experience in any of the following: IWRM, WASH, agriculture, nutrition, disaster risk management, community engagement, gender, and social inclusion, and/or market systems and graduation approaches is preferred.
Knowledge and ability to implement CLTS Plus and MBSIA (sanitation marketing) is key.
Analysis and problem-solving skills with ability to make sound judgment is desired.
Good relationship management skills and the ability to work closely with other implementing partners, volunteers, private service providers and local government officials.
Proactive, results-oriented, and service-oriented
Attention to details, accuracy, and timeliness in executing assigned responsibilities.
Agency REDI Competencies (for all CRS Staff):
These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.
Integrity
Continuous Improvement & Innovation
Builds Relationships
Develops Talent
Strategic Mindset
Accountability & Stewardship
Required Languages – English will be the official language while Ngakarimojong, Ateso or Lumasaba may be needed for field communication/instruction.
All candidates who meet the requirements are encouraged to apply by following the provided instructions.
This position is for Nationals only.
Email a cover letter and CV as one document only to ug_recruitment@crs.org by February 20,2024, no later than 5:00pm.
In the subject line of the email, copy and paste CATCHMENT IMPLEMENTATION SPECIALIST only.
Large files and/or scans of documents will lead to rejection of your application.
