To be considered for this position, the application submission and all additional documents (CV/CV, cover letter and other attachments) must be in English.

Who is Mission Eau?

Water Mission is a fast-growing Christian engineering non-profit organization working to end the global water crisis by building clean water, sanitation and hygiene solutions in developing countries and disaster areas. Guided by love, excellence and integrity, we are determined to share clean, safe water and the love of God with all. To date, we have served nearly 7 million people in 57 countries. Working at Water Mission is as much a calling as it is a career, and we’re looking for people with the courage, passion, and drive to help us change the world. Learn more about our statement of faith and our Christian mission.

What is the opportunity?

Under the direction of the Regional Director for Latin America and the Caribbean, the Peru Country Director is responsible for carrying out the mission of Water Mission in Peru – honoring God by developing, implementing and sharing the best water solutions drinking that turn into as many lives as possible, as fast as possible. This critical position is both a calling and a career. This role is responsible for managing a diverse team of local Peruvians and other international staff working in various functional groups, including human resources, accounting, WASH programs, operations, project management, safety, quality, ministry and administration. By applying sound management and leadership, this role will ensure that Water Mission programs are successfully implemented in accordance with Water Mission standards.

This role will require establishing a full-time residency in Iquitos, Peru for a minimum of two (2) years. Additional short-term travel to Charleston, SC, USA (Water Mission headquarters) and other regional country programs will be required in this role.

The National Water Mission Peru (CP) program is a recognized leader in solar pumping, water treatment, remote monitoring and community development for last mile and rural communities. The Country Director will need to extend the programme’s established reputation as an implementer and resource for other like-minded organizations.

Main responsibilities include:

Senior management and strategic planning

• Maintain a strong Christian witness and model servant leadership to colleagues, partners, the communities we serve and the public.
• Lead CP’s senior management team and coordinate all of its operations.
• Manage employee relations issues (biblical discipline and performance enhancement) and ensure personnel management practices are in line with Water Mission standards.
• Plan the development of the country program according to local needs and Mission Eau priorities in the form of a country strategy.
• Ensure medium and long-term strategic planning, establish and maintain management procedures, record and use lessons learned and build capacity.
• Provide regular CP communication updates to Water Mission HQ regarding administrative, financial and programmatic updates/needs.

Finance and Administration

• Supervise the financial and administrative situation and, based on the strategy and objectives set, take the relevant decisions in collaboration with the management team and the Mission Eau headquarters.
• In collaboration with the Program Manager and Finance Manager, prepare and oversee CP’s budget and overall economic situation.

Project management

• Actively contribute and support the development of new proposals in line with the Water Mission country strategy.
• Ensure timely and high quality reporting on the operational performance of the Country Program against the Ministry’s approved tactical plan and budget to donors and HQ.
• Actively monitor program implementation and provide feedback to program staff.
• Adhere to Water Mission quality standards in the execution of all project activities.

Representation and fundraising

• Network among donors and key stakeholders to actively seek funding opportunities, help improve the quality of proposals, understand donor priorities and ensure coordination.
• Represent Water Mission in meetings with government partners, regional and local authorities, donors, local agencies, coordinating bodies and other relevant stakeholders at all levels of project implementation as required.
• Ensure fundraising from institutional donors and the financial stability of the PC, including the preparation of project proposals in cooperation with program staff.
• Proactively engage with other WASH sector organizations to advance our mission and vision and assess individuals and organizations for potential partnerships with the ministry.

Human Resource Management

• Plan CP’s human resource needs and participate in the selection of new staff.
• Oversee capacity building and ensure sufficient human resources for projects to achieve objectives.
• Ensure a consistent recruitment, compensation and bonus policy across CP.

Security

• Ensure that appropriate measures are in place to mitigate CP’s legal, reputational, financial and security risks.
• Ensure compliance with the principles and values ​​of the organization, particularly with regard to the code of conduct and the fight against fraud, corruption, abuse and other harmful practices.
• Promptly report any violations of our protocols and policies according to established procedures.
• Ensure compliance with legal obligations in the country.
• Analyze CP’s security risks and adapt CP’s internal operations and measures to the security situation.

Required qualities :

• Personal and growing relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Alignment with the Water Mission Statement of Faith and Core Values ​​of Love, Excellence and Integrity.
• Fluency in written and spoken English required.
• Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree from an accredited university in fields such as management, engineering, development or business, public health or any other related discipline.
• Proven experience in managing programs > USD 1,000,000.
• At least 6 months of experience in a developing country; Preferred LAC country.
• 10+ years in a leadership or management position with experience training, mentoring and developing new leaders.
• Experience in establishing and maintaining multiple partnerships with Christian ministries, NGOs, governments, UN organizations, USAID and other development agencies.
• Advanced computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Office 365, SharePoint).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in cross-cultural contexts.
• Legal authorization to work in Peru without sponsorship.