UWASNET Advocacy and Policy Analyst Jobs in Uganda

UWASNET Advocacy and Policy Analyst Jobs in Uganda

Job Title: Advocacy & Policy Analyst

Report to: Executive Director

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Organisation: Uganda Water and Sanitation Network

Background

Uganda Water and Sanitation Network (UWASNET) is an umbrella organisation of International
and National NGOs working in the Water and Sanitation Sector of Uganda. UWASNET has a
membership of over 250 member NGOs that operate in different parts of the Country.

The aim of the advocacy and policy analyst position is to influence policy and practice in the water,
sanitation and environment sector, in order to promote sustainable, affordable and equitable access
to water and sanitation for all.

The Advocacy and Policy Analyst will develop, organise and
execute a wide range of activities to influence policy according to the scope of our programmes,
and specific results-oriented projects.

S/he will build policy capacity of our members and advice
on project implementation. S/he will carry out policy analysis and the writing of position
statements of our organisation.

Qualifications and experience

Minimum Qualification:

A relevant degree, preferably in BA or B. SWASA. No less than 8 years
working experience in a reputable organization.

Extensive experience of working in public policy
and/or advocacy on policy issues, with preference given to candidates who demonstrate a
successful record of contributing to public policy or institutional reforms.

Knowledge of the
Water, Sanitation and Environment sector policy debates and the policy perspectives will be

of
added advantage.

Duties and Responsibilities

Facilitate and guide our institutional advocacy strategy

Develop strategic partnerships with key actors to achieve our policy goals

Conducting, commissioning and supervising new research that strengthens the case for propoor WASH services and environmental conservation

Ensure timely development of position papers, policy briefings, presentations and other
advocacy materials and communication media

Identify key opportunities in the short and long-term in which we can influence policy
processes

Advice technical staff and the management for meaningful engagement with key actors
and institutions

Support opportunities for fundraising regarding policy interventions

Lead members on budget advocacy to strengthen sector accountability, transparency and
increase sector funding

Establish a mechanism for monitoring policy development

Support members in policy reviews, dissemination and formulation

Lead National dialogues aimed at improving sector funding and Right to water

Where need be, act as a spokesperson liaison to media, governments, and other actors;

Ability to ably interact with different stakeholders from national to community level

Key Personal Competencies:

Transparent, dynamic, flexible and pro-active

Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills

Willingness to travel to up-country to support and oversee Partners’ projects

Ability to work well with a team, multi-partners, gender sensitivity and integrity are essential
attributes

Submission and Deadline

Interested & Qualified? Submit electronic Application; CV with three referees and scanned
evidence of your professional qualifications and previous advocacy work to the
Executive Director, UWASNET on email ngocoord@uwasnet.org by Monday, 6th
January 2020.