Utility Finance Specialist

ARD, Inc.

Details / requirements:

Background

The Water,Sanitation and Hygiene Finance (WASH-FIN) Project is a global initiative financed by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and implemented by Tetra Tech,for the Water and Development Strategy (WDS) Priority Countries in Asia and Africa. The mission of WASH-FIN is to foster the transformation of water, sanitation and hygiene services delivery in the WDS countries in Africa and Asia to close financing gaps in the WASH sector through: 1) assisting governments and civil society organizations to track financing flows for the sector;2) mobilizing private capital and finance for unfunded WASH infrastructure investments; and 3) documenting and sharing knowledge gained in previous and current activities. 

In Nepal,the program will focus on improving WASH sector financing and service delivery through the establishment of a model for WASH operations at the municipal level under therecently instituted federal structure, coupled with an improved business plan, cost reflective tariffs and possible financing from the Town Development Fund. A landscape study of fecal sludge management is also planned with recommendations for further activities. Assignment duration will be 2.5 years, starting in August or September 2017. 

Tetra Tech ARD, Inc., Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Finance (WASH-FIN) Project is hiring for the following positions: 

Utility Finance Specialist

Under the direct supervision of the WASH-FIN Team Leader, the Utility Finance Specialist will provide financial analysis and review of selected Water Board/Water User Groups (WASH operators). S/he will also providecost analysis, tariff rate adjustments, financial reporting and billing and collection review, as well as perform other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications and Requirements

  • University degree in Accounting, Finance or a related subject.
  • At least five years of experience in managing and analyzing finances, preferablyfor utilities: water or electricity.
  • Excellent analytical and report writing skills.
  • Understanding of the Nepal WASH sector under the Federal Structure is a plus.
  • Prior experience in donor-funded projectsis preferred.
  • Fluency in English and Nepali.

Interested applicants should reply with a letter and CV, no later than July 31, 2017, to jobs@washfin.org.

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Overview

Category Finance & Administration
Openings 1
Experience 5+ years
Education Please check vacancy details
Posted Date 23 Jul, 2017
Apply Before 31 Jul, 2017
City Kathmandu