Manager Solar Powered Water Systems Training

Who is Global Water Center?

At Global Water Center (GWC) we want to see everyone, everywhere with access to safely managed water. We are working toward this vision by accelerating the professionalization of the WASH sector through capacity development and technical services achieved through collective action. Through collaborative efforts we are catalyzing a global culture of shared learning, strengthening, and adapting.

GWC mobilizes internal and external experts to aid in capacity development, and the assessment, design, implementation, and monitoring of projects that serve water sector organizations in low- and middle-income countries.

GWC’s work environment is fast-paced, dynamic, and flexible. Candidates should be comfortable working in a start-up environment, balancing the need for flexibility and structure. See more at www.globalwatercenter.org

What is the opportunity?

This full-time position is responsible for leading capacity development initiatives on solar powered water systems (SPWS). The role will include delivering in-person and virtual training and consulting support on SPWS and building and coordinating a team of trainers and partners to do the same. The ideal candidate will have a background in engineering, training, and project management and practical experience implementing solar powered water systems in the Global South. They will also be a gifted teacher with experience in supporting delivery of online and in-person courses and leading participatory, hands-on training in a cross-cultural context.

International travel is a key part of this job and is anticipated to be up to 40% of the time (likely 6 trips annually at 1-3 weeks per trip). Domestic travel 1-3 times per year may be required with a duration of 2-5 days.

This position is either based at the Global Water Center headquarters in Charleston, SC, or remote.

Key responsibilities include:

Serve as an in-house expert in solar powered water systems (SPWS) aiding in training material development and quality control of third-party content.
Coordinate and deliver in person and virtual training on SPWS in cross-cultural environments.
Provide technical assistance to partners, including review and feedback on engineering designs for SPWS projects
Manage other SPWS trainers
Work within cross-cultural environments with humility with an intentional focus on overcoming stereotypes and language barriers.
Work simultaneously on multiple projects and ensure work is done with excellence within an agreed upon scope, schedule, and budget.
Maintain good communications with multiple partner organizations and team members across multiple countries and time zones.
Look for strategic opportunities to grow, fund, and develop income streams for SPWS training.
Represent the Global Water Center’s brand to external audiences including potential funders, partners, subject matter experts, training partners, and training customers.

What is required?

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
5+ years of engineering experience
2+ years of experience designing and installing solar powered water systems

Proven experience delivering engaging in-person and online training
Cross-cultural communication skills
Experience working in a low or middle-income country
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Proficient in MS Suite, Google Suite, and Engineering tools including EPANET and AutoCAD, etc.