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Component Manager for Water and Sanitation (Consultants: companies or individuals*)
*Employment contract could exceptionally be considered
- Background
Skat Consulting Ltd. is recruiting a Component Manager for Water Supply for ongoing multi-year projects in Moldova, funded by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) and potentially other projects These projects continue Skat’s successful initiatives in water, sanitation, and energy sectors in Moldova since 2009. The aim is to address rural sanitation challenges, provide safe drinking water, promote sustainable decentralized WASH management, and improve energy efficiency in rural buildings. Skat works in partnership with the Fundația Centrul Moldo-Elvețian pentru Cooperare SKAT in Moldova.
- Project Objectives
The projects aim to contribute to the provision of safely managed water services in selected rural areas through the service provision by local public authorities and regional operators. This includes efforts to work towards the recognition of decentralized and safely managed sanitation options by authorities as viable, cost-effective, and environmentally sustainable solutions for sanitation in rural Moldova.
- Scope of Work
The Component Manager will oversee the implementation of assigned water supply (and potentially sanitation or energy efficiency) project components. The current scope focus in 3 villages Badiceni, Dingheni and Satul Nou, but additional tasks in other geographical locations are possible. The expected workload is around 13-18 working days per month until 31st of December 2026, availability of the consultant and evolution of the works. Key responsibilities include:
- Take lead, coordination, and execution of assigned project components in accordance with the project proposal and donor requirements. Efficient planning and distribution of available resources within the team (incl. procurement, finance, M&E, admin staff).
- Preparing technical documentation for tender packages related to design and construction of water supply systems, including evaluating received offers.
- Act as focal point during tendering processes, liaise and coordinate the efforts of the team involved in the selection (including of procurement, finance and admin staff; representatives of beneficiaries, etc.)
- Supervising construction and design works with a focus on quality assurance.
- Liaising with local public authorities, regional service operators, and other stakeholders
- Monitoring and evaluation of project progress, contribution to reporting as required
- Proactively identifying and addressing risks to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope and budget.
- Representation of the project towards local public authorities and other stakeholders
- Qualifications and Skills required
Education | - University Degree (or equivalent) in Water, Civil or Environmental Engineering, or in a related field
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Experience | - At least 5 years of experience in technical project implementation
- Experience working in the water and sanitation sector, or a related technical field
- Proven work experience with local, regional and central public administrations in the Republic of Moldova
- Desirable: Work experience in an internationally funded project, an NGO or a consulting firm working in international cooperation
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Language Requirements | - Fluency in Romanian (written and spoken)
- Highly desirable: Fluency in English (written and spoken)
- Desirable: Fluency in Russian (written and spoken)
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Competencies | - Experience in project cycle management (PCM), including planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation as well as reporting
- Familiarity with tendering procedures, construction supervision, and quality assurance in infrastructure projects.
- Good understanding of water supply and sanitation issues in rural areas of Moldova
- Understanding of rural development and community engagement principles that are applicable in Moldova
- Good communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
- High level of responsibility and organizational capacities
- Ability to work effectively in an international setting
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- Details, Location and Dates
The position is based in Chisinau, Moldova. The consultant must be regularly present in the office of Skat for coordination with the rest of the teams.
Companies and individuals can apply. The position is offered as a service contract and exceptionally as an employment contract – if individuals apply.
Start date is anticipated for May-June 2025.
End date of the contract is expected for December 2026.
