Title: WaterCredit OfficerReports to: WaterCredit Senior Program ManagerLocation: JakartaDeadline for
Applications: February 5, 2017  Introduction 660 million people –
about one in ten – lack access to safe water. More than twice that many, 2.4
billion people, don’t have access to a toilet. These are the people Water.org
serves. We are a global non‐profit
based in Kansas City, Missouri working to ensure safe water and sanitation for
all. We go beyond traditional approaches to safe water and sanitation, focusing
on addressing the underlying causes of this global crisis and innovating to
deliver large‐scale and sustainable
change. Co‐founded   by Gary
White and Matt Damon in 2009, Water.org has impacted more than 3 million lives
and transformed thousands of communities in Africa, South Asia, and Latin
America. Learn more at http://water.org/ Water.org launched

operations in Indonesia in early 2014 and seeks to build relationships with a
  broad range of financial institutions (microfinance institutions,
commercial banks, BPRs, cooperatives) and water/sanitation service
providers. Position Description Water.org seeks a highly skilled and
highly motivated WaterCredit Officer to support its growing portfolio of WASH
microfinance programs in Indonesia. This full-time position will be based in
Jakarta with regular travel throughout Indonesia.The WaterCredit Officer is responsible
for monitoring and supporting Water.org partner financial institutions in the
launch of water and sanitation financial products. This position acts as a
subject matter resource to partners in topics such as program design and
implementation, WaterCredit, microfinance, and/or WASH. This position is also
responsible for assisting with identifying new partners, onboarding new
partners, assisting partners with the design and startup of new programs,
supporting the ongoing implementation of partner programs, trouble-shooting,
and program monitoring.Additionally, this position may be
responsible for assisting with the development and establishment of new
programmatic and operational procedures, systems and guidelines. This position
reports to the WaterCredit Senior Program Manager and works closely with
Program Managers at the Water.org head office in the US.Core
ResponsibilitiesProgram Design and Development –
Support the design of new WaterCredit programs. Key tasks include, but are not
limited to:a)   
Work
with partners to determine appropriate program targets and deliverables.b)   
Assist
partners in the design of their program work plan and budget ensuring they are
allocating adequate resources and personnel for successful completion of deliverables.c)    
Assist
partners in designing appropriate internal monitoring and evaluation protocols. Program Management and Partner
Capacity Building – Manage WaterCredit programs in partnership with Indonesia
and U.S.-based staff. Key tasks include, but are not limited to:a)   
Maintain
relationships with partners and establish regular communication regarding
program implementation activities.b)   
Work
closely with partners to ensure timely program implementation according to the
budget and work plan.c)    
Support
partners to complete core program activities:                
i.     deliver water and sanitation financing
to households.               
ii.     deliver trainings about health and
hygiene to low income.             
iii.     Collaborate with WASH suppliers such
as toilet masons, CBOs and PDAMs.d)   
Provide
support to partners by sharing best practices and assisting with problem
solving.e)  Establish

a regular schedule for monitoring partner program in accordance with Water.org
guidelines, and conduct monitoring visits and reports according to schedule.f)   Maintain
regular contact with Water.org US program managers to submit partner reports,
inform about partner progress and report any issues impacting achievement of
program deliverables.g)   
Assist
partners to identify sources of loan capital for WASH loan portfolios.h)   
Develop
and deliver training modules for partner staff and households on topics such as
WASH principles, health and hygiene.i)   Support
partner exchange visits to Water.org partners in other countries. Act as a
regular liaison between Water.org, partner financial institutions and other
stakeholders.j)     
Coordinate
with local governments, NGOs, donors, community groups, and other stakeholders. Program Monitoring and Data Management
– Collect, verify and manage data to track program performance. Key tasks include,
but are not limited to:a)   
Maintain
regular communications with partners; track and report information related
program implementation including partner activities, expenditures and loan
portfolio.b)   
Ensure
partner submission of high quality program reporting, and effective transfer of
information to Water.org databases, U.S.-based colleagues, and donors.c)    
Verify
data submitted by partners is accurate during program monitoring visits.d)   
Maintain
regular contact with Water.org USA program managers to submit partner reports,
inform about partner progress and report any issues impacting achievement of
program deliverables.e)   
Develop
partner stories or beneficiary profiles. Water.org Organizational Support –
Participate in assisting with the development of new tools and processes,
membership on cross-functional committees as requested, and/or participation at
internal or external conferences or workshops. Key tasks include, but are not
limited to:a)   
Participate
in cross-functional committees and working groups to support the achievement of
group goals.b)   
Assist
in the development of new tools, processes and/or procedures.c)  Serve
as a knowledge base for Water.org and represent Water.org at events and in
written publications to advance the organizational mission and vision. New Business Development – Conduct
outreach among financial institutions, non-governmental organizations, product
manufacturers, utilities and other related organizations regarding the
potential for adoption of WaterCredit. Participate in certification of new
partner organizations for the implementation of WaterCredit programs. Key tasks
include, but are not limited to:a)   
Landscape
and assist with identification of additional stakeholders for potential
collaboration.b)   
Participate
in the certification of new partners. Professional
Qualifications–       
Bachelor’s
Degree in related field.–    At
least five years of relevant experience with microfinance institution, water
and sanitation organization, engineering firm, international development
organization, or related.–       
Candidates
must possess one or both of the following competencies:o  
Demonstrated
understanding of and familiarity with development finance models and
approaches, including (but not limited to) SME lending and/or microfinance,
financial services, cooperative development, lending methodologies and sector
trends.o  
Demonstrated
understanding of and familiarity with urban and rural water supply, sanitation
and hygiene approaches and sector trends.–       
Demonstrated
proficiency in partnership and capacity building.–       
Project
management experience.–       
Advanced
computer skills including MS Office products and database software.–       
Excellent
verbal and written communications in Bahasa Indonesia and English.–       
Proven
track record proactively identifying challenges and developing innovative
solutions.–       
Demonstrated
ability to deliver results working in a small team.–       
Critical
thinking, creativity, good judgment, initiative, attention to detail, and
professionalism.–       
Strong
desire to contribute to increased access to water and sanitation.–       
Willingness
to travel up to 30% of time. Salary/BenefitsThis is a two year contract position
with strong potential for extension and competitive compensation commensurate
with experience. Application
Information Interested
candidates may send only a copy of their: (1) CV with format CV_Name, and
(2) Cover Letter
with format Cover Letter_Name noting “WaterCredit
Officer” in the subject line interest to: [email protected], or [email protected] Please note that
the candidate who already sent the application for this position during the
previous job announcement is not eligible to apply. Applications will

be reviewed as they are received. Please do not attempt to contact Water.org
about the status of your application. 
Water.org is an
equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age,
ethnicity, gender, nationality, religious belief or sexual orientation.