Jobs at Water Witness

Water Witness works at the frontline of the global water crisis to shine a light on its impacts, to understand its root causes and to activate an effective and lasting response.  Our ambitious 2030 Strategy sets out five imperatives for a water secure future: accountable governance, progressive financing, redefining corporate responsibility, confronting climate change and activating people power.  When we have vacancies, they will be advertised here and on our social media channels. 

International Programme Officer, Water Witness, Edinburgh, UK.  
Full Time (5 days) 

16-Month Fixed Term Contract- Extension subject to performance and funding  

Annual Salary £32,145- £35,532 plus benefits  

We are seeking an outstanding international development practitioner, with a technical background in water and environmental management, to support our growing portfolio of work to secure lasting water security and justice for some of the world’s most vulnerable communities.

From our headquarters in Edinburgh, the postholder will respond to the evolving support needs of our partners globally and ensure that the evidence emerging from their work drives positive change locally, and systemic change at scale. The successful candidate will support the design, launch and operation of the SDG6 Accountability Facility – a long-term initiative to channel financial, technical and legal support to those working for water justice on the front line of the global water crisis. We are looking for an exceptional individual who has a solid technical understanding of the issues and experience in forming effective relationships with international partners, ensuring joint ownership and positive impact. The post holder will support sub-granting to partners, coordinate monitoring, evaluation and learning, programme planning, oversight, problem solving and reporting, as well as external liaison and programme communications. 

The post will be based in Water Witness’s Edinburgh offices, with flexibility for home working. The role will involve some travel within the UK and travel overseas.   

If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to use your experience and skills to support positive change in the world, then come join our team!  

Closing date: 12.00pm Tuesday 30th April 2024 

Location: Edinburgh HQ with flexibility for home working 

 To Apply download the Recruitment Pack

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Business Support Officer, Water Witness, Edinburgh, UK.
Full or Part time (3-5 Days each week) Annual Salary Pro rata £26,330 - £29,088 plus benefits

We are seeking a well-organised and motivated professional, with strong administrative and financial management skills to support the Business Manager and colleagues across the wider organisation, including in our offices in Africa.

The Business Support Officer will play a key role in effective delivery of our strategic objectives and will be responsible for a range of administrative and financial management duties including processing transactions and reporting, supporting audits, fundraising, facilities, and asset maintenance, supporting meetings, correspondence, convening, monitoring, evaluation, and compliance with internal policies. 

The Business Support Officer will be based in our Edinburgh headquarters with some flexibility for those wishing to work part time.  This is an exciting opportunity to join a world-leading team for those seeking to develop their skills and experience in international development, or for a seasoned office support or financial management professional.

Closing date: 12.00pm Tuesday 30th April 2024

Location: Edinburgh HQ.

To Apply download the Recruitment Pack