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.

Job 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 pro-poor 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
Job Skills:
• 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
Job Qualifications:
• 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

How to Apply

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.