POSITION SUMMARY:
The Community Solid Waste Management Specialist (Objective 2 Lead) leads the implementation of technical activities and is responsible for achieving results under respective objective. Specifically, this role will ensure the implementation of tasks within the Solid Waste Management Program’s workplan and contract, specifically under Objective 2: “Communities, in coordination with local governments and the private sector reduce waste at the source by adopting sustainable waste management practices”. In coordination with the COP, the Community Solid Waste Management Specialist (Objective 2 Lead) will provide technical leadership in the project design, implementation, and partnership strategy. This includes identifying and managing partnerships with private sector, government, research institutions and complementary donor programs, as it relates to Objective 2. The Community Solid Waste Management Specialist (Objective 2 Lead) will manage field-based teams and implementation and require frequent visits and relationship-building with local municipalities and entities. This position is based in Santo Domingo but will require frequent travel to local municipalities within SWR’s geographic scope. The Community Solid Waste Management Specialist (Objective 2 Lead) will report to the Chief of Party.
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This position is not eligible for expatriate benefits and follows a Dominican Republic salary scale. Women and members of minority groups are encouraged to apply.