Water Supply Manager (DP World Project) at WaterAid

Bauchi, Bauchi State, Nigeria -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Dec, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Water Supply Management, WASH Services, Program Management, Quality Assurance, Stakeholder Engagement, Municipal Utility Maintenance, Construction, Public Works, Operational Cost Reduction, Grant-Funded Projects, Solar Powered Water Schemes, Documentation, Maintenance Scheduling, Hydrogeology, Engineering, Business Administration

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Water Supply Manager (DP World Project) Contract: Fixed term– 40 hours per week Location: Bauchi, Nigeria, subject to right-to-work eligibility. Salary: Competitive excellent benefits Change starts with water. Change starts with you. Every day, millions of people live without clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene. WaterAid exists to change that – for everyone, everywhere. Join us, and your energy will help unlock people’s potential and create a fairer future. About WaterAid We’re a global federation driven by one vision: a world where everyone, everywhere has clean water, sanitation and hygiene by 2030. Powered by our values of Respect, Accountability, Courage, Collaboration, Integrity and Innovation, we work alongside communities, partners and supporters to make change happen. About the team WaterAid Nigeria’s Programme Directorate is responsible for engaging with multiple stakeholders in the programmatic value chain to ensure delivery of quality programmes in line with the CP strategy and quality programme standards. About the role As our Water Supply Manager you will play a pivotal role in managing support initiatives that leverage DP World’s investment to improve access to sustainable climate resilient WASH services in a selected community in Bauchi State building on ongoing interventions to reach underserved populations through construction of solar powered water schemes In this role, you will: Monitor and take responsibility for the delivery of quality work for programs in all thematic areas; ensure that all WaterAid Nigeria programs in Bauchi are grounded in WaterAid program quality standards and approaches; make informed decisions about program management to maintain quality and ensure execution of plans. Ensure that Partner Organizations are fully informed of the program’s guiding principles and mainstream them towards implementation of sustainable WASH services Support scheduling regular maintenance for equipment such as boilers, air conditioning systems, pumps, or water treatment facilities Encourage effective documentation and sharing of lessons through workshops, seminars, exhibition visits, meet-and-greet, etc Bachelor’s degree in engineering, hydrogeology, Business Administration or other relevant subject Minimum of 8 years of increasingly responsible experience in municipal utility maintenance, construction and repair of water systems, sewer systems and other Public Works activities, three years of which were in an administrative or supervisory capacity. Proven track record of reducing operational costs while maintaining or improving service levels Wide-ranging experience in Strengthening Water supply Systems to support the sustainable delivery of services. Experience working with partners implementing grant-funded projects. Although not essential, we’d prefer you to have: Membership of a relevant professional body Existing links/network in the WASH Sector Closing date: Applications close 12:00 PM UK time on 17 December 2025. Interviews may be scheduled on a rolling basis, and the role may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found. How to apply: Click Apply to complete the pre-screening questions and upload your CV and cover letter Can I use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology in my application? At WaterAid, we strongly advise against using AI technology at any stage of the recruitment process. Our goal is to ensure a fair and transparent process that provides every applicant with an equal opportunity to succeed. We value hearing about your unique experiences and perspectives in your application, and, if shortlisted, during the interview as well. Pre‑employment screening To apply for this role, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the respective country. All pre-employment checks will be carried out according to local law and WaterAid’s Safer Recruitment policy. As a global organisation, WaterAid is committed to creating an environment where you can thrive and be yourself at your very best. Alongside our inspiring mission and meaningful work, we offer a range of benefits tailored to each country’s context and policies. These will be shared during the process. Our People Promise We will work with passion and focus to make sure everyone everywhere has clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene. WaterAid is a place of purpose – where people have a real commitment and shared responsibility for the impact we have. We are a global community with diverse backgrounds and perspectives, motivated by inspiring, stimulating work. We are determined to be a place where people feel safe and able to contribute their voice and truly live our values. Equal Opportunities We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, beliefs, customs, traditions, ways of life and status. This includes, but is not limited to, race, ethnicity, caste, colour, gender, language, religion, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth, disability status, neurodiversity, age, marital and family status, sexual orientation and gender identity, health status, place of residence, economic and social situation. Safeguarding We are committed to protecting everyone we come into contact with. We have a zero- tolerance approach to abuse of power, privilege or trust across our global work, and to any form of inappropriate behaviour, discrimination, abuse, bullying, harassment, or exploitation. Safeguarding the people and communities we work with, our staff, volunteers and anyone working on our behalf is our top priority, and we take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks (which can include counterterrorism, safeguarding and criminal records checks). Together, we’ll change the world through water. Join us and be part of the change!

Responsibilities

The Water Supply Manager will oversee the delivery of quality work for programs in all thematic areas and ensure that all initiatives align with WaterAid's program quality standards. This role involves managing support initiatives to improve access to sustainable WASH services in Bauchi State.