Work with Us

We’re a dynamic, evidence-based, solutions-focused organisation working to ensure a fair water future for everyone. To address the global water crisis and secure water justice for all, we’re going to need you.

If you’re interested in bringing your skills to our mission, all our jobs are posted below.

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Current vacancies

Business support officer

We are seeking seeking to appoint a well-organised, self-motivated, and flexible professional, with strong administrative and organisational skills, to assist and support the Director of Corporate Services with a broad range of administrative and operational duties and to support colleagues across the wider organisation, including our offices in Africa.

Salary: £16,745 - £18,499 pro rata based on 3 days plus 8% pension contribution
Place of work:
Edinburgh, UK
Term:
Part-time (2/3 days a week)
Closing date for applications:
15 June 2026

International programme officer

We are looking for a dynamic individual with a solid technical grounding and proven ability to build and sustain effective relationships with international partners, fostering genuine joint ownership.

You will play a central role in ensuring our portfolio of international grants is strategically aligned, delivered to a high standard, and achieves meaningful, lasting impact.

Salary: £31,000 pa (plus benefits including 8% employer pension contribution)
Place of work:
Edinburgh, UK
Term:
Till March 2028, extension subject to performance and funding
Closing date for applications:
15 June 2026

International Programme co-ordinator

Water Witness International is seeking an excellent international development practitioner to support our expanding portfolio of work to secure lasting water security and justice across multiple countries.

Based in Edinburgh, you will coordinate the Fair Water Action Fund and work closely with partners and grantees to respond to their evolving needs, making sure that evidence emerging from their work is effective in driving system change at scale.

Salary: £38,000 UK Grade Scale 3 (plus benefits including 8% employer pension contribution)
Place of work:
Edinburgh, UK
Term:
July 2026 to March 2028. Extension subject to performance and funding.
Closing date for applications:
15 June 2026