WaterAid is an International NGO dedicated to the provision of safe water, sanitation and hygiene education to the world's poorest people. We are looking for a Regional Advocacy Manager, Based in Dakar, Senegal to lead our Advocacy and Policy influencing work in West Africa.

•  The Regional Advocacy Manager (RAM) is a member of the regional team in the International Programmes Department of WaterAid (WA) who is expected to lead and manage regional initiatives around advocacy, policy analysis and research.

Qualification Required & Experience

The requirements for this position include:

•  A Post-graduate/Master's degree in development studies, public policy/administration or equivalent; a demonstrable commitment to poverty reduction and social justice issues; relating to water, sanitation and hygiene education in developing countries; and knowledge of development policies, especially the Water and Sanitation sector.
•  Extensive senior level experience of action research and policy analysis, preferably in an international agency, based in the region; and proven experience of advocacy and campaigns work in the region.
•  Fluent in speaking and writing either English or French and very good level in the other language

Location: Dakar, Senegal

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates can review the job description (English and French) at our website at: www.wateraid.org. Applicants should send their letters of motivation and current curriculum vitae (CV) to: infowaro@wateraid.org

Closing Date: 10 May, 2013

WaterAid is an equal opportunity employer; women and the disabled are particularly encouraged to apply