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Are you a goal-oriented highly skilled relationship builder with excellent management skills? 

SIWI is now looking for a Manager, Partnerships and External Relations, to drive the development of financial, impact and in-kind support as well as manage partner programs for our global engagements, such as World Water Week and the Water for Climate Pavilion at COP.

The role 
Temporary employment. This is a fixed term parental leave position of approximately one year starting in March 2026, with the possibility to extend. The role is based at SIWI’s offices in Stockholm, Sweden, with a minimum in-office presence of 50% per week.  
Permissionto work in Sweden is required.   

To fit this role, you need to be a goal-oriented highly skilled relationship builder with excellent program management and communications skills as well as tact and understanding of diverse stakeholder stewardship needs. You will serve as the key liaison between SIWI’s external global multi-sector partners and internal teams and consultants to implement partnership programs.  
In addition to partner solicitation, stewardship and program delivery, responsibilities include managing the entire partnership process, including contracts, invoicing, reporting as well as managing project consultants and communications. 
In this role, you need to enjoy leading projects and collaborating with people and organizations in a multicultural environment.You have excellent oral and written communication skills in English and are able to organize your work independently using tools, like MS Excel, as well as coordinating your work with different stakeholder groups.

 Main responsibilities 

Act as key liaison between external and internal stakeholders  


Lead the development and delivery of a detailed partnership program in close collaboration with colleagues and external partners 


Develop partnership proposals and reports 


Manage internal processes related to partner contracts and agreements, invoicing, and budget management 


Communicate and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders 


Support the ongoing strategic development of SIWI Partnership programs 


 
Key working skills 

Can work independently, proactively and be self-sufficient 


Have excellent interpersonal and teamworking skills 


Learn and manage internal organizational processes systems 


Have experience with and enjoy project management, customer service, sales and/or events 


Native/fluent in written and spoken English 

Previous experience: 
Minimum of 5 years' experience in project management. Proficiency in Microsoft office programs (mainly Microsoft Excel) is an absolute must. 

About us: 
Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI),an independent and non-profit organization,based in Stockholm and working globally, advances water’s role in secure,equitable, and sustainable futures. Weconvenepartners across sectors, translate knowledge into policy and practice, and strengthen capacity to co-create lasting water solutions. 
World Water Week is the meeting place for everyone who wants to understand how water can help us address the world’s greatest challenges. Starting in 1991, it is now the leading annual conference on global water issues. 
 
How to apply for the position  
Please submit your CV and personal letter in English by using the application function on the SIWI web page: www.siwi.org. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, and no later than January 11, 2026, as interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. For more information about the position please contact: Hannah Benaim, Manager, Partnerships and External Relations: hannah.benaim@siwi.org or Adele Nerelius HR Manager adele.nerelius@siwi.org Visa mindre

Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI) is now looking for a Communications Officer, with strong design and communication skills to join World Water Week’s Marketing team. This is an exciting opportunity for a competent designer, wishing to contribute to the communication of water and a chance to develop their strategic thinking within an event marketing context. It requires a solid competency mix of (but not limited to) design, writing and web admin. If you are also inquisitive, humble, and open to learning, please apply! About World Water Week World Water Week is the leading conference on global water issues, held every year in August, since 1991. A non-profit event, co-created with 500+ leading organizations, World Water Week attracts a diverse mix of ca. 15,000 participants from 198 countries and territories, onsite in Stockholm and online.
Each World Water Week is centred around a theme selected both to set and to reflect the global agenda. The Week is designed to raise awareness of the theme, to advance the debate, to reach new consensus and to learn from other sectors. In 2025 World Water Week’s theme is ‘Water for Climate Action’.
The Communication Officer’s role
This is a full-time hybrid position. The job is based at the SIWI offices in Stockholm, Sweden, with some days expected office attendance. Permission to work in Sweden is required (applicants without permission to work in Sweden will not be considered).
Main responsibilities
Create graphic design, data visualisation, illustrations and video assets.
Produce print ready artwork and manage delivery of assets to spec to suppliers.
Writing blogs and articles, including proofing and editing.
Website administration of worldwaterweek.org
We are a data driven team and the role will require some data analysis and interpretation.
You will report to the World Water Week & Prizes’ Head of Marketing, work closely with our Content and Social Media Manager and interact/ collaborate with colleagues from SIWI as well as external partners and stakeholders. There may be an additional opportunity for programme coordination in the future.

Who are you? Required competences:
A solid mid-weight designer with some years' experience with a strong and diverse portfolio. Professional knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Indesign, Rush and Premier Pro. Experience with water and/ or sustainability related fields is merited. A compelling storyteller with strong copywriting skills able to write and edit to a professional level.
Demonstrable experience writing for an international event/ conference or an NGO.
Professional copywriting experience in English with a (near) native level of spoken and written English.

Website administration experience using Wordpress or equivalent inc. basic understanding of HTML and CSS. Analytics expertise is highly desirable. Data analysis experience and Excel skills are highly desirable. Event marketing experience is merited. Although not strictly required, you should demonstrate a clear interest in developing your understanding in this area. Organised and structured with excellent time management skills who isn’t easily overwhelmed.
You need to be capable of juggling many and varied tasks at the same time: To zoom in to look in detail at assets as they develop but also zoom out to think about the audience, messaging, objectives, etc.
A people person and excellent communicator: Dealing with different people, from SIWI experts speaking the language of their discipline and World Water Week colleagues working to tight deadlines, external partners and stakeholders. Share SIWI’s values and be an advocate for our cross-cutting issues (CCIs): Youth empowerment, gender equality and a human rights-based approach.
An interest in some or all the following: climate change, water security, environmental conservation, biodiversity, SDGs. How to apply for the position
Please submit your CV, portfolio (graphic design, illustration, video and writing) and a cover letter as possible, but latest by Fri 17 Jan 2025. Interviews will be held on a rolling basis and the position can be closed earlier. We therefore urge you to apply at once. Visa mindre

Join Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI) as Senior Policy Manager – International Processes and Policy
Are you a seasoned policy expert passionate about water governance and climate action on the global stage? SIWI invites you to lead and shape international water and climate policy engagement as our next Senior Policy Manager.
About SIWI:
SIWI is a leading global institute driving water governance and sustainable water management to meet climate and development challenges. We engage deeply with the UNFCCC processes and convene the influential Water for Climate Pavilion at UN Climate Change Conferences, propelling water’s pivotal role in climate solutions. SIWI is in a pivotal chapter in our organizational journey — one defined by renewal, resilience, and a reposition to address the pressing water challenges of our time. SIWI has outlined a new strategy for the coming years, why this is a very exciting time to join our organization and be part of shaping the future.
Your Role:
As Senior Policy Manager, you will spearhead SIWI’s strategic external engagement and partnerships within international water and climate governance arenas. Your mandate includes advancing SIWI’s influence in UN processes, notably related to Rio Convention and COPs, and leading the development and execution of initiatives bringing water governance to the front in such related processes. You will be central to shaping policy content, fostering collaborative multi-stakeholder processes, and supporting SIWI’s mission to integrate equitable and sustainable water governance into the global climate agenda.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead SIWI’s strategical planning and implementation in international water governance within UN Rio Conventions and related global Conferences and platforms. Develop and communicate impactful policy content on water, climate, and the 2030 Agenda through briefs, speeches, op-eds, and digital media. Strengthen and manage high-level relationships with international partners, donors, and stakeholders to facilitate collective action. Advise senior leadership on policy developments and strategic decision-making. Be thematically responsible for SIWIs thematic area “water governance in a changing climate and hydrological cycle”, ensuring guidance and support to the organization. Oversee SIWI’s role in Stockholm World Water Week’s global agenda linkages and high-profile sessions. Engage in partner and fundraising efforts tied to international water and climate policy initiatives.
Who You Are:
A proven leader with 7-10 years of senior-level experience in international environmental, water, or climate policy, particularly within UN processes (UNFCCC, UNCBD).
having a deep understanding of water-climate-development nexus and experience navigating multilateral policy and governance.
Holding at least a Master’s degree in relevant fields such as international processes, law, or environmental studies (or equivalent experience).
Having a deep understanding of green water management and Nature-based solutions in the Global Hydrological Cycle.
Has an extensive international professional network and excellent communication skills, fluent in English (additional UN languages a plus).
Ready for significant international travel to represent SIWI globally.

Why Work with Us?
At SIWI, you will contribute to a critical global mission to improve water governance for climate resilience and human well-being. We offer a dynamic, collaborative environment where your expertise will influence major international processes and help drive real-world impact.
This advert will be open for applications until November 30, 2025.
For questions, please contact Thomas Rebermark: thomas.rebermark@siwi.org Visa mindre

Are you an experienced leader who seeks a new challenge in the field of water and climate? Do you have a proven track record of excellence in leadership roles, leading the development of organizations, management groups and successful teams of experts, from nonprofit organizations or similar? In that case, we want to hear from you.
We are looking for a visionary Executive Director (ED) who can position SIWI, Stockholm International Water Institute, as a major international player and lead through ongoing organizational changes. You will lead this strategic transition, strengthening SIWI’s role as a convenor, facilitator, network coordinator and global influencer. As ED, you will inspire and lead with energy and enthusiasm, ensuring that SIWI is an attractive workplace. You must be willing to roll up your sleeves and work hands-on with the teams to deliver tangible results. The ideal candidate combines strategic and operational leadership, financial acumen, as well as the ability to foster impactful partnerships. You will report to the Board, and represent SIWI on global platforms, shaping policies and advancing the international water agenda.
About SIWI:Improving water governance is fundamental to achieving the 2030 Agenda on Sustainable Development. As a non-for-profit organization, SIWI delivers expertise, applied research and policy advice to countries, communities, and companies, on how to do this. The organization consist of 30 employees who focus on curating meeting places like the world’s leading water conference, World Water Week, and the water for climate pavilion at COP to enhance partnerships and cooperation, develop content, build capacities, influence policies as well as national and global agendas. Our multi-disciplinary approach enables us to strengthen and develop international policies, foster innovation, and create impactful multi-stakeholder platforms. As advocates and advisors, SIWI demonstrate how improved water governance is key to a fairer, more prosperous, and resilient future. We contribute to climate resilience, healthy ecosystems, and more prosperous and inclusive societies.Required skills: The position as our Executive Director requires the following skills:
A holistic understanding of the key challenges related to climate, ideally with experience from water, international policy and sustainable development.
Senior leadership experience in not-for-profit organizations or similar and good understanding of the business sector.
Experience from the knowledge-based sector, such as policy institutes, think-tanks, government agencies or consulting companies with diverse external funding.
Proven track record of excellence in leadership roles, actively developing management groups and successful teams of experts. This includes visionary and strategic abilities, and a drive to inspire and motivate the organization, particularly during times of transformation.
A well-developed ability to build and nurture strategic national and international collaborations and partnerships, including a strong track-record of fund-raising and resource mobilization.
Excellent communication skills to represent SIWI in various forums.
Financial and business acumen – ability to manage financial and operational information and make sound judgments and decisions that contribute to an organization’s growth and stable finances.
Experience of reporting to and working strategically with a Board.
Excellent spoken and written English, with a good level of Swedish being desirable.
Good knowledge of the Swedish public system desirable.

Requirements: BA Degree in relevant area or equivalent experience
Additional informationThe position is based in Stockholm, Sweden.SIWI is has signed theCollective agreement with Almega and follow the Swedish model.
For questions, please do not hesitate to contact our *HR Director Ulrika Oldenmark at ulrika.oldenmark@siwi.org.* Union representatives - Akademikerna: Martina Klimes @martina.klimes@siwi.org or Maggie White at maggie.white@siwi.org
We are interviewing on an ongoing basis so please submit your application as soon as possible, however no later than December 18th Visa mindre

The Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI) is looking for experienced Programme Managers to work on different water and sanitation programs at the global level, in different regions.

SIWI is a policy institute that generates knowledge and informs decision-making towards a water wise world. SIWI conducts research, builds institutional capacity, and provides advisory services to water decision-makers and practitioners in emerging and developing economies. Our expertise relates to multi-level governance of shared water resources and sustainable delivery of water and services. We work on the linkages of water with sectors such as climate, food and energy and at multiple scales in countries, cities, rural communities and along river basins.

SIWI organises the World Water Week in Stockholm - the leading annual global meeting place on water and development issues - and hosts the Stockholm Water Prize and the Stockholm Junior Water Prize.

About the Department and related programs:

The Water and Sanitation Department implements a number of major programs in the areas of water and sanitation service delivery, and also conducts several activities in coordination with the water resources department, with the aim to contribute to achieve sustainable and resilient water and sanitation services. Accountability for Sustainability is a partnership with UNICEF aimed to improve governance as a means to increase sustainability of water supply and sanitation services. The partnership includes a global program and three dedicated regional programs for Latin America ,Middle East and North Africa, and East Asia Pacific. These programs provide on demand support to regional and country offices, including in water and sanitation enabling environment analyses and related action planning (e.g., WASH Bottleneck Analysis) and for the integration of water scarcity and climate resilience into water and sanitation programming. Another program, the City Water Resilience Approach, is working to better understand and plan for water resilience at city level. The Department is also implementing a number of research and capacity building oriented initiatives.

Description of the position:

The assignment is a full-time position. The Manager will be responsible for implementation and development of water governance related projects in relation to resilient water supply and sanitation. This includes managerial functions, as well as capacity building, technical support and advice on governance related to water supply and sanitation issues; responsible for project development and development of methodologies, tools and knowledge products.

Within the assignment, the Program manager will:

- Contribute to the thematic development of SIWI’s portfolio in the areas of resilient water supply and sanitation

- Develop and/or contribute to the development of knowledge products, training materials, methodologies, tools, and research

- Organize and facilitate workshops / trainings as needed.

- Identify and develop relationships with national and regional partners

- Provide technical support and advisory services to support water governance processes to countries and to SIWI partners as per demand

- Identification, and development of project proposals and strategic partnerships

- Responsible for financial and administrative oversight and results reporting of the programs in charge of.

- Represent SIWI in international fora, as appropriate.

- Contribute to internal knowledge management and collaboration with other SIWI departments.

The Manager will work within the Water and Sanitation Department and collaborate with other departments at SIWI, as necessary for the different assignments. The programme Manager will be supervised by a Team Lead and the Water and Sanitation Department Director.

Required skills and competencies:

- Experience of working with water governance in relation to water supply and sanitation at local, national, and international level.

- Experience of program/project development and implementation.

- Familiarity with the global and national water related policies and processes

- Experience of working with capacity development, stakeholder facilitation, institutional strengthening and policy development.

- Strong managerial skills, including: planning, budgeting and risk management; managing external and internal relations; coordinating a number of programme partners;

- Experience in applied research will be an asset.

- Good drafting, communication and interpersonal skills are basic requirements

- Ability to function effectively as part of a team

- Commitment to, and agreement with SIWI´s core values and vision.

Education and work experience:

- Bachelor or Master’s degree in relevant Social or Natural / Engineering Sciences. PhD in relevant topic is preferred.

- 8-12 years of experience working with policy development and implementation of water services in emerging and developing economies contexts.

- Experience of water supply and sanitation service provision and management approaches; experience in water and climate aspects is desirable

Language skills:

- Proficiency in English is required

- Proficiency of French, Spanish, Portuguese will be a strong asset.

- Good level of Arabic will be desirable.

Availability to travel

- Ability and willingness to travel and be part of short-term missions is required (up to 25% of the time).

Duty Station

- The full-time position will be based at the Stockholm International Water Institute headquarters office in Stockholm.

Duration of contract

- The position is a 15 months contract, renewable upon performance and availability of funds.

Starting date

- December 2023/January 2024

How to apply for the position

- Please submit your CV and a cover letter by using the link below.

- APPLICATIONS SHALL BE SENT IN ENGLISH by 15th October 2023 Visa mindre

We are looking for a creative communications professional with strong graphic design skills and an urge to contribute to a more water secure world. The position is initially for 12 months, with a good possibility of extension or a permanent position.

Are you a design-focused communications expert who can help us communicate to the world that we must collectively focus on global water issues if we want to build a better and more sustainable future - for ourselves and for generations to come? Do you enjoy working closely with other creatives, using text, infographics, illustrations, video, social media, and other means of communication in this endeavour? Do you take pleasure in making sense of complex matters? Then there is a good chance that you are the person we are looking for. If you are also a lover of fine chocolate, we would be even more interested, because…well, the rest of us are.

Stockholm International Water Institute, SIWI, is a non-profit foundation that works globally as a think-tank and advisor to governments, regions, cities, and companies on how to seize opportunities for better water governance. Communication is at the heart of this effort, and we are now looking to expand our communication team with a design-focused communicator.

You will be working with eight other creative individuals, with backgrounds in design, marketing, web management, branding, journalism, and photography. There are seven nationalities in the team and some 25 in the entire organization. The working language is English. As a close-knit communication team, we are guided by passion, consideration, and a good sense of humour.

By recruiting a new graphic design-focused colleague, we hope to bring additional creativity, skills, and capacity to the team. We ask that you are an experienced communication professional with the ability to work on a variety of tasks, with graphic design as your main responsibility. It will be very welcome if you have additional experience in copywriting, text editing, web and/or social media. If you read, speak, and write Spanish on a professional level, it will be equally interesting for us.

As one of our communication managers, you will be part of bringing SIWI’s messages to the world in an accessible, efficient, and attractive way. Your work will involve tasks within the existing visual identity of SIWI, such as developing design assets e.g., publications, illustrations, and infographics, and you will help to continuously develop SIWI’s brand and visual components together with the rest of the team. You will primarily work on digital assets but may occasionally produce products intended for print as well.

When applying for the position, we ask that you submit a portfolio of independently carried out design work, including design samples and any other relevant professional experience you may have. The recruitment process may include additional tests of relevant competencies. Our hope is that you can start within a month of contract signing. We are open to allowing some remote work. The current guideline is 2-3 days per week in the office in Stockholm.

We want you to:

- Be an experienced and highly creative graphic designer, art director, or similar, holding at a minimum a Bachelor’s Degree and at least 5 years work experience from relevant fields.

- Have a passion for, and experience in, making sense of complex matters, ideally science communication, through the production of visual assets.

- Have a good understanding of brand management and development.

- Have strong analytical, planning, organizational, and time management skills.

- Speak and write English on a professional level, with other languages considered desirable, particularly Spanish.

- Have excellent project management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects, prioritize between tasks, develop and follow time plans, budgets, and guidelines.

- Have superb interpersonal skills, be a team player with the ability to co-operate and co-ordinate effectively with colleagues and external partners.

- Have excellent skills in Adobe Suite and Microsoft Office suite. Additional knowledge in using Asana, WordPress, Google tools, social media channels and publishing tools will be an advantage.

- Experience producing for print and working with printing houses is highly desired.

How to apply

Please submit your CV, a one-page personal letter and your portfolio of relevant work before 15 December 2023 by using our application page at www.siwi.org For more information about the position, contact Andreas Karlsson, Director of Communications, andreas.karlsson@siwi.org / +46 720 50 60 78. Visa mindre

Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI) is now looking for a Summer Assistant to support the World Water Week team in the running of the Digital part of World Water Week - the leading annual global event on water and development. This is an Hourly paid position for 4 months during the summer of 2023!

For this role, we are looking for a master multi-tasker with excellent communication skills, who is keen to take on-board the task of leading the service and support side of the Digital World Water Week.

The Summer Assistant at World Water Week is a member of both the Logistics and Programme department. The primary task of the Summer Assistant is to support the World Water Week team in the running of the Digital part of World Water Week.

The Summer Assistant will report to the team-lead for Logistics.

Key responsibilities:

- Support to the logistics and programme team in the running of the Digital World Water Week. This involves supporting the planning and preparation of Digital World Water Week.


Pre World Water Week:

- Act as a liaison; with the platform supplier Trippus and their tech assistance team, with the communicating with auditors, the interpretation supplier (TBD); the hosting convenors and speakers.

- Organize trainings on the Digital platform together with the programme team and the Digital Events Manager as well as the platform supplier Trippus

- Prepare checklists and greenroom scripts

- Monitor the World Water Week inbox in general and specifically coordinate answers regarding the Digital World Water Week

- Assist in the recruitment of Assistants (Volunteers) to help run the Digital World Water Week

- Prepare scheduling and trainings for the Assistants (Volunteers)

During World Water Week:

- Act as a liaison; with the platform supplier Trippus and their tech assistance team, with the communicating with auditors, the interpretation supplier (TBD);

- Assist the hosting convenors and speakers with access to the platform and their session.

- Troubleshoot and report back any tech or security issues to the Logistics Manager and Programme Manager

- Manage the Assistants (Volunteers) during World Water Week.

- Be the point of contact for the World Water Week team on the Digital World Water Week.

Post- World Water Week:

- Summarize the Digital World Water Week and create a standard operating procedure (SOP) report

- Hand over outstanding issues to the team-lead for Logistics



- Other duties will be added to support the Programme and Logistics team in the run-up to World Water Week.

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We are looking for someone who:

- Wants to learn about the planning and process of large hybrid events

- Can communicate and cooperate effectively with internal and external colleagues

- Has solid teamwork and interpersonal skills

- Can work independently, proactively and be self-sufficient

- Have experience with customer service

- Can learn new digital systems quickly with training

- Know how to write professional, customer service-oriented emails

- Speak and wright English fluently on a business level

- High school education or higher. It is meritorious if you have a background in event and marketing studies



Reporting to:

Team-Lead Logistics, World Water Week at SIWI

Type of employment:

Hourly paid position, minimum 30 hours/week for 4 months: 1 May - 31 August 2023.

Last day of application is April 26, but since interviews are held continuously the position might be filled before the deadline. Visa mindre

The Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI) is looking for an experienced francophone Programme Manager to work on different water and sanitation programs at the global level, based in France, Sweden or SIWI Regional offices.

SIWI is a policy institute that generates knowledge and informs decision-making towards a water wise world. SIWI conducts research, builds institutional capacity, and provides advisory services to water decision-makers and practitioners in emerging and developing economies. Our expertise relates to multi-level governance of shared water resources and sustainable delivery of water and services. We work on the linkages of water with sectors such as climate, food and energy and at multiple scales in countries, cities, rural communities and along river basins.

About the department:

The Water and Sanitation Department implements programs in the areas of water and sanitation service delivery, and also conducts several activities in coordination with the water resources department, with the aim to contribute to achieve sustainable and resilient water and sanitation services. The Department also conducts research studies and capacity building oriented initiatives.



Description of the position:

The assignment is a full-time position. The Manager will be responsible for implementation and development of water governance related projects in relation to resilient water supply and sanitation. This includes managerial functions, as well as capacity building, technical support and advice on governance related to water supply and sanitation issues; responsible for project development and development of methodologies, tools and knowledge products.

The Manager will contribute to the implementation of the Accountability for Sustainability Partnership; within this program, the Manager will:

- support UNICEF Country Offices to deliver sustainable, climate resilient WASH programs, through support on climate risk analysis and related action planning;

- support the operationalization of the Water and Sanitation Game Plans, with specific focus on the development and implementation of climate resilient water and sanitation strategies and programs,

- support other elements related to WASH systems strengthening.

- support UNICEF in the development of Water and Sanitation Service Delivery Model tool and case studies

- provide technical support and advisory services to support WASH governance processes to countries and to SIWI partners as per demand

- contribute to the implementation of other programs in the water and sanitation department, mainly in Africa, although specific support in Asia, MENA and LAC may be also requested.



In addition, the Program Manager will:

- contribute to the thematic development of SIWI’s portfolio in the areas of resilient water supply and sanitation.

- develop and/or contribute to the development of knowledge products, training materials, methodologies, tools, and research.

- organize and facilitate workshops / trainings as needed.

- identify and develop relationships with national and regional partners.

- develop project proposals and strategic partnerships

- carry out financial and administrative oversight and results reporting of the programs in charge of.

- represent SIWI in international fora, as appropriate.

- contribute to internal knowledge management and collaboration with other SIWI departments.



The Manager will work within the Water and Sanitation Department and collaborate with other departments at SIWI, as necessary for the different assignments. The programme Manager will be supervised by the Water and Sanitation Department Director.



Required skills and competencies:

- experience of working with WASH governance in relation to water supply and sanitation at local, national, and international level.

- experience of working with global climate change and disaster risk reduction processes. Solid understanding of environmental and climate policies, strategies, institutions, and regulations.

- experience of working with capacity development, stakeholder facilitation, institutional strengthening, and policy development.

- experience in working in francophone African countries will be an asset.

- strong managerial skills, including planning, budgeting and risk management; managing external and internal relations

- experience of working on safely managed sanitation, covering the full sanitation chain will be an asset

- solid understanding of the linkages between sanitation and climate change, in relation to both adaptation and mitigation strategies

- experience in applied research will be an asset

- good drafting, communication and exellent interpersonal skills

- ability to function effectively as part of a team.

- commitment to, and agreement with SIWI´s core values and vision.



Education and work experience:

- Bachelor or Master’s degree in relevant Social or Natural / Engineering Sciences.

- PhD in relevant topic is preferred.

- 8+ years of experience working with policy development and implementation of water and sanitation services in emerging and developing economies contexts.

- a minimum of 3 years of experience working with sanitation and/or climate change issues

Language skills:

- Fluent in French is required

- Proficiency in English is required

- Good level of Portuguese or Spanish will be a strong asset.

- Knowledge of other global languages will be desirable.



Duty Station:

The full-time position can be based in France - homebased (if the applicant holds a valid working permit in France) or at SIWI Headquarters office in Stockholm. In addition, holders of a working permit in South Africa will be eligible to work from the SIWI Africa Regional Centre in Pretoria. Holders of a working permit in Jordan will be eligible to work from the SIWI WANA office in Jordan. Ability and willingness to travel and be part of short-term missions is required (up to 30% of the time)

Duration of contract

The position is a 15 months contract, subject to renewal upon good performance and availability of funds. Preferred starting date is July 2023 or as soon as possible.

How to apply for the position

Please submit your CV and a cover letter in English by using the link below no later than the 16th of April.

This is a full time position and we aim to hire as soon as possible. Interviews are held continuously, and the position could therefore be filled before application deadline.

For more info... Visa mindre

The Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI) is looking for an experienced francophone Programme Manager to work on different water and sanitation programs at the global level, based in France, Sweden or SIWI Regional offices.

SIWI is a policy institute that generates knowledge and informs decision-making towards a water wise world. SIWI conducts research, builds institutional capacity, and provides advisory services to water decision-makers and practitioners in emerging and developing economies. Our expertise relates to multi-level governance of shared water resources and sustainable delivery of water and services. We work on the linkages of water with sectors such as climate, food and energy and at multiple scales in countries, cities, rural communities and along river basins.

About the department:

The Water and Sanitation Department implements programs in the areas of water and sanitation service delivery, and also conducts several activities in coordination with the water resources department, with the aim to contribute to achieve sustainable and resilient water and sanitation services. The Department also conducts research studies and capacity building oriented initiatives.



Description of the position:

The assignment is a full-time position. The Manager will be responsible for implementation and development of water governance related projects in relation to resilient water supply and sanitation. This includes managerial functions, as well as capacity building, technical support and advice on governance related to water supply and sanitation issues; responsible for project development and development of methodologies, tools and knowledge products.

The Manager will contribute to the implementation of the Accountability for Sustainability Partnership; within this program, the Manager will:

- support UNICEF Country Offices to deliver sustainable, climate resilient WASH programs, through support on climate risk analysis and related action planning;

- support the operationalization of the Water and Sanitation Game Plans, with specific focus on the development and implementation of climate resilient water and sanitation strategies and programs,

- support other elements related to WASH systems strengthening.

- support UNICEF in the development of Water and Sanitation Service Delivery Model tool and case studies

- provide technical support and advisory services to support WASH governance processes to countries and to SIWI partners as per demand

- contribute to the implementation of other programs in the water and sanitation department, mainly in Africa, although specific support in Asia, MENA and LAC may be also requested.



In addition, the Program Manager will:

- contribute to the thematic development of SIWI’s portfolio in the areas of resilient water supply and sanitation.

- develop and/or contribute to the development of knowledge products, training materials, methodologies, tools, and research.

- organize and facilitate workshops / trainings as needed.

- identify and develop relationships with national and regional partners.

- develop project proposals and strategic partnerships

- carry out financial and administrative oversight and results reporting of the programs in charge of.

- represent SIWI in international fora, as appropriate.

- contribute to internal knowledge management and collaboration with other SIWI departments.



The Manager will work within the Water and Sanitation Department and collaborate with other departments at SIWI, as necessary for the different assignments. The programme Manager will be supervised by the Water and Sanitation Department Director.



Required skills and competencies:

- experience of working with WASH governance in relation to water supply and sanitation at local, national, and international level.

- experience of working with global climate change and disaster risk reduction processes. Solid understanding of environmental and climate policies, strategies, institutions, and regulations.

- experience of working with capacity development, stakeholder facilitation, institutional strengthening, and policy development.

- experience in working in francophone African countries will be an asset.

- strong managerial skills, including planning, budgeting and risk management; managing external and internal relations

- experience of working on safely managed sanitation, covering the full sanitation chain will be an asset

- solid understanding of the linkages between sanitation and climate change, in relation to both adaptation and mitigation strategies

- experience in applied research will be an asset

- good drafting, communication and exellent interpersonal skills

- ability to function effectively as part of a team.

- commitment to, and agreement with SIWI´s core values and vision.



Education and work experience:

- Bachelor or Master’s degree in relevant Social or Natural / Engineering Sciences.

- PhD in relevant topic is preferred.

- 8+ years of experience working with policy development and implementation of water and sanitation services in emerging and developing economies contexts.

- a minimum of 3 years of experience working with sanitation and/or climate change issues

Language skills:

- Fluent in French is required

- Proficiency in English is required

- Good level of Portuguese or Spanish will be a strong asset.

- Knowledge of other global languages will be desirable.



Duty Station:

The full-time position can be based in France - homebased (if the applicant holds a valid working permit in France) or at SIWI Headquarters office in Stockholm. In addition, holders of a working permit in South Africa will be eligible to work from the SIWI Africa Regional Centre in Pretoria. Holders of a working permit in Jordan will be eligible to work from the SIWI WANA office in Jordan. Ability and willingness to travel and be part of short-term missions is required (up to 30% of the time)

Duration of contract

The position is a 15 months contract, subject to renewal upon good performance and availability of funds. Preferred starting date is July 2023 or as soon as possible.

How to apply for the position

Please submit your CV and a cover letter in English by using the link below.

This is a full time position and we aim to hire as soon as possible. Interviews are held continuously, and the position could therefore be filled before application deadline.

For more information about the position, cont... Visa mindre

About us:

The Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI) is a global organization that's committed to changing the way we understand, value, and manage water. As advocates and advisors, we help promote better water governance, which is critical for creating a fairer, more prosperous, and more resilient future. Our work helps contribute to poverty reduction, climate resilience, healthy ecosystems, and more inclusive societies, and it's essential for achieving the 2030 Agenda on Sustainable Development.

The role:

As an IT Help Desk Technician, you'll be responsible for providing exceptional customer service and technical support to our employees in a timely and efficient manner. Reporting directly to our IT Manager, you'll be required to work a few days a week from our central Stockholm office. Your key responsibilities will be:

- Providing technical support and troubleshooting assistance to employees via phone, email, and in-person

- Assisting and troubleshooting computer users (fixed PCs, laptops, Windows environment, Office 365, smartphones, etc.)

- Ensuring the installation, configuration, and deployment of computer equipment (Onboard and Offboard process)

- Troubleshooting hardware and software issues on Windows 11 computers, iOS, and Android mobile devices

- Microsoft 365 administration (Teams, Yammer, SharePoint, Shared mailbox, etc.)

- Installing, configuring, and maintaining computer hardware and software applications

- Performing routine maintenance on computer systems, including updates, patches

- Maintaining accurate records of all technical support requests and resolutions

- Identifying and recommending opportunities for process and system improvements

To be successful in this role, we believe that you should have:

- 1-3 years of experience in a technical support role

- Strong understanding of Microsoft 365, Windows 11, and hardware and software maintenance

- Fluency in English

- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

- Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

- Service-minded personality with a "can-do" attitude and excellent interpersonal communication skills

- Ability to work effectively in a global organization, collaborating and respecting colleagues from different cultural backgrounds

- Swedish valid visa or permission to work in Sweden

Other preferred qualifications include:

- CompTIA A+, Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP), or Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE)

- Experience with Active Directory and network troubleshooting

- Knowledge of other languages such as Swedish, Spanish, etc.

What we offer you:

- The opportunity to work for a multicultural organization that's dedicated to improving the environment and human rights

- Colleagues from all over the world who are passionate about their work

- Collective agreement

- A modern and centrally located office with quiet zones, active zones, and open areas

- SEK 2,000 in wellness allowance per year

- 1 paid wellness hour per week

- 25 days of paid vacation per year

- 24 hours per year in paid time off

- Free half days linked to holidays

- Flex time

- Work-life balance; the ability to work from home two days per week

- Pension according to the collective agreement

This is a full-time position, and we aim to hire you as soon as possible. Interviews will be held continuously, and the position may be filled before the application deadline. Visa mindre

The Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI) is looking for an experienced Programme Officer to work on different water and sanitation programs, including in Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, and other regions.
The Water and Sanitation Department implements a number of major programs in the areas of water and sanitation service delivery, and also conducts several activities in coordination with the water resources department, with the aim to contribute to achieve sustainable and resilient water and sanitation services. Accountability for Sustainability is a partnership with UNICEF and UNDP aiming to improve governance as a means to increase sustainability of water supply and sanitation services. The partnership has a dedicated program for MENA, which currently covers fourteen countries in the region (Algeria, Djibouti, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, State of Palestine, Sudan, Syria, Tunisia and Yemen). The program provides on demand support to the 14 countries, including in water and sanitation enabling environment analyses and related action planning (e.g., WASH Bottleneck Analysis) and for the integration of water scarcity and climate resilience into water and sanitation programming. The MENA program also supports regional level analyses and studies (e.g., water scarcity and water supply interactions, COVID-19 water and sanitation response, and water and sanitation in schools etc.). In addition, there is a global program which covers Sub-Saharan Africa and Asia, and another dedicated program for Latin America and the Caribbean. GO-WATER (Building Governance Capacity for Improved Water Security) is a capacity development programme that aims to make policy impact at systemic level through more effective water sector institutions. Iraq and Sudan are the two focus countries in MENA under that program. The Department is also implementing a number of research and capacity building oriented initiatives. Description of the position: The assignment is a full-time position. The Officer will contribute to implementation and development of water governance related projects in relation to resilient and sustainable water supply and sanitation. This includes supporting management aspects, as well as contributing to capacity building, technical support and advice on water governance, and support to research; development of methodologies, tools and knowledge products and promote exchanges of best practices. The main duties of the Program Officer will include the following: The Officer will contribute to all Water and Sanitation Department projects in MENA, and sometimes other regions such as Sub- Saharan Africa and Asia. Within the assignment, the Program Officer will: Contribute to the development of knowledge products, training materials, methodologies, tools and research Support the organization of workshops and trainings as needed, including facilitation. Provide technical support and advisory services to support water governance processes to countries and to SIWI partners as per demand, in collaboration with the rest of the team. Contribute to the identification, and development of project proposals and strategic partnerships Contribute to financial and administrative oversight and results reporting of the projects in charge. Represent SIWI in international fora, as appropriate. Contribute to internal knowledge management and collaboration with other SIWI departments The Officer will work within the Water and Sanitation Department and collaborate with other departments, as necessary for the different assignments. The Programme Officer will be supervised by the Water and Sanitation Department Director.
Required skills and competencies: Experience of working with water governance in relation to water supply and sanitation at local, national and international level, particularly in the MENA Experience in other regions will be an asset. Experience of working with particular policy and governance aspects, such as IWRM, decentralization, multi-stakeholder participation, inter-sector coordination, accountability, water integrity, water scarcity, climate resilience and/or human rights based approaches Experience of project development and implementation, particularly in the MENA Familiarity with national water related policies and processes as well as national key water agencies of multiple MENA programme countries will be an advantage Experience of working with capacity development, stakeholder facilitation, institutional strengthening and policy development. Strong managerial skills including: Planning, budgeting and risk management; managing external and internal relations; coordinating a number of programme partners; Experience in applied research will be an asset. Good drafting, communication and interpersonal skills are basic requirements Ability to function effectively as part of a team Commitment to, and agreement with SIWI´s core values and vision. Education and work experience: Bachelor or Master’s degree in relevant Social or Natural / Engineering Sciences. At least 3-5 years of experience working with water development issues, including direct experience (1-2 years) of working in MENA Experience in water scarcity and climate change issues as they relate to water supply and sanitation is desirable Experience of water supply and sanitation service provision and management approaches for fragile and emergency contexts is desirable
Availability to travel Ability and willingness to travel and be part of short-term missions, particularly within MENA but also in other regions, is required (up to 40% of the time, depending on the current COVID-19 context). This initial estimate of 40% is based on a travel free restriction situation. Duty Station The full-time position will be based at the Stockholm International Water Institute office in Stockholm, Sweden. Duration of contract The position is a 15 months contract, subject to renewal upon good performance and availability of funds. Starting date June 2021 Visa mindre

Terms of Reference: Officer, SWH IP Team, Swedish Water House at SIWI

Title: Programme Officer
Department: Swedish Water House and International Policy
Organisation: Stockholm International Water Institute, SIWI

Form of employment: Permanent

Full time/part time: Full Time

Other conditions: According to KFS Agreement, SIWI Code of Conduct and Personnel Handbook


Swedish Water House verkar som en opartisk och obunden plattform för svenska aktörer intresserade av internationella vattenfrågor och skapar mötesplatser för dialog, samarbete och kunskapsutbyte. Swedish Water House är en del av Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI) med uppdrag att anordna seminarier och workshops fokuserat på aktuella vatten- och utvecklingsfrågor samt driva projekt i Sverige och internationellt.
Swedish Water House söker en Programme officer till att stötta den växande projektverksamheten. Det är en central roll med stort administrativt ansvar som innebär koordinering och samarbete med projektledare på avdelningen och övriga SIWI, framförallt finans- legal- och IT-avdelningen. Rollen kräver administrativ nogrannhet och driv, självständighet och kommunkativ förmåga. Vi söker en lagspelare som är lösningsorienterad och självständig med erfarenhet av finansiell uppföljning och kontroll, resultatrapportering samt avtalshantering. Stort vikt läggs vid personliga egenskaper och tidigare erfarenheter av liknande arbete gärna från biståndsfinansierade projekt.
Tjänsten är en tillsvidareanställning med tillträde omgående.
Ansvarsområden

Dokumentation och rapportering. Stötta avdelningen med att förbereda, processa, arkivera och följa upp avtal och liknande. Stötta framtagandet av finansiella rapporter i samarbete med finans avdelningen och projektkontoret. Stötta avdelningen med budgetuppföljningar för specifika projekt samt för avdelningen. Planera adminstrativ processer i tid för uppkommande deadlines.
Revision. Koordinera och stötta avdelningen med att planera, förbereda, processa och dokumentera projektrevisoner. Sammanställa och dokumentera, samt föreslå förbättringar av revisonsresultat. Vara kontaktperson för avdelningen vis-à-vis revisionsbyrån samt göra due diligence på nya samarbetspartners.
Intern policy och riktlinjer. Vara avdelningens Superuser för interna projektssystem och ladda upp relevant information i dessa. Stötta och vara back-up för stöd i MS Office suite och zoom/teams mötesverktyg. Stötta avdelningen i implementering av riktlinjer och policy för forwarding of funds och due diligence i nära samarbete med SIWIs Legal Advisor. Stötta avdelningens affärsutveckling och kvartalsuppföljning. Bidra till SIWI compliance, culture och Code of Conduct.

Kvalifikationer och erfarenhet
Minst 3 års arbetslivserfarenhet
Eftergymnasiala studier inom ekonomi, public management eller motsvarande.
En framgångsrik kandidat är processorienterad, driven, noggrann men pragmatisk, med organisatorisk förmåga och erfarenhet av admistration. Vi förväntar oss att du kan arbeta självständigt med god kommunikation och metodiskt arbetssätt.

Språkkrav
God svenska och engelska. Officiellt språk på SIWI är engelska.

Startdatum
1 november eller enligt överrenskommelse.
Öppen för alla
Vi fokuserar på din kompetens, inte dina övriga förutsättningar. Vi är öppna för att anpassa rollen eller arbetsplatsen efter dina behov. Visa mindre

We are looking for two water-interested communication professionals for two six-month-positions, with the possibility of extension or a permanent position.

SIWI is a non-profit foundation that works globally as an advisor to governments, cities and companies on policies to improve water management and resilience. The Communication and World Water Week department is responsible for strategic and daily management of SIWI’s communication. This includes SIWI brands, but also World Water Week and a range of development projects within water governance, throughout all channels, including press, web, events and social media.
The team consists of 14 people. We are centrally located in Stockholm, at Linnégatan 87A, but currently mostly working from home.

Since SIWI is the organizer of World Water Week, the leading annual conference on global water issues which takes place at the end of August every year, you must be prepared for a high workload and limited vacation during the summer.

Description of Duties
SIWI works with a range of international projects and programmes with partners such as Sida and different UN agencies. Our project communication managers will form a pool of resources coordinated by our production manager. You work with the project teams, advising on communication strategies and communication plans, and carrying out a range of communication activities, such as defining key messages, creating graphic visuals, preparing news items, social media posts as well as analyzing and follow up communication performance data, target audience data and insights. The work can also include preparing and supporting web-based events, workshops, and trainings, with invitations, outreach and follow-up. Within the team, there are specialists in messaging, branding, film and photo and press that can be pulled in.

We do want to see your portfolio of independently carried out work, with text and design samples. The recruitment process will also include some tests of relevant competencies.

We hope you would be able to start within a month of contract signing.

Responsibilities can include but are not limited to:
• Work closely with a range of water governance projects in SIWI’s different departments
• Advice on communication strategies and communication plans for the project
• Execute and coordinate project communication plans
• Develop project key messaging for the projects
• Create graphic design for projects
• Define and develop appropriate communication channels
• Manage project web pages and web texts
• In coordination with channel manager, create social media posts for SIWI’s channels on the projects
• Proof-read texts from project members
• Develop news items
• Pitch press ideas in coordination with SIWI’s press manager

Required knowledge and skills:
· Strong analytical, planning, organizational, and time management skills.
· Excellent project management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects, prioritizing between tasks, and developing and following time plans, budgets, and guidelines.
· Ability to effectively alternate between thinking strategically and executing at high quality.
· Superb interpersonal communication skills: A team player with an ability to coordinate effectively with co-workers and external partners.
· Excellent level of English writing skills; both social media copy and news texts. Other languages, such as Spanish, are desired but not required. The major part of the team is Swedish, so knowledge of Swedish is helpful but not needed.
· Strong creative strength in graphic design, and various kinds of visualisations.
· Excellent online skills, especially Adobe Suite, Microsoft Office suite, and WordPress, Google suite, social media channels and publishing tools.
· Skills in online trainings and technical platform skills are desired but not required.
Education and work experience:
· Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in design, communications, or marketing.
· +3 years’ experience in communications.
· Experience in turning research into compelling communication for global/local overseas audiences, is an advantage.
· Knowledge of and experience in working with communication on water governance projects, sustainability issues and development is desired but not requested. Visa mindre

The Transboundary Water Cooperation Department at SIWI is currently recruiting a Programme Officer to become an enthusiastic member of the team and contribute to the development and implementation of the department’s portfolio.
Description of Duties
The Programme Officer (PO) will support the implementation and development of activities related to transboundary water cooperation with a focus on conflict sensitive basins. The PO will coordinate and contribute to the development and implementation of specific aspects of the SWP and ICWC. The PO will also implement and support programmes and interventions across the organisation.
Description of duties:
Contribute to the development and implementation of the Shared Waters Partnership (SWP) programme and the International Centre for Water Cooperation (ICWC) hosted by SIWI.
Organize and facilitate workshops / trainings for boundary partners as needed.
Conduct applied research and contribute to analysis and policy reports (such as articles/briefs/blogs)
Develop and/or contribute to the development of knowledge products, training materials, methodologies and tools.
Contribute to the development and maintenance of SWP basin Networks.
Take part in relevant SIWI and TWC Department meetings and planning processes
Contribute to the general administrative work of the Transboundary Water Cooperation Department and SIWI at large in compliance with SIWI requirements
Provide support to SIWI management and direct delivery of projects, including financial and administrative oversight and reporting, results reporting and initiating and acting as project contact point during related audit processes.
Contribute to ensuring the department’s compliance regarding SIWI Project Cycle Management and related policies and processes.
Develop marketing and communications materials for TWC in collaboration with the SIWI communications team to ensure the promotion of current and planned activities.
Other activities and assignments as determined by TWC Director.

Expected knowledge and skills
The successful candidate will need to demonstrate the following features:
Language
The applicant must have excellent spoken, written and presentation skills in English.
The ability to speak Arabic, French, or Spanish is considered an advantage.


Education and work experience
A Master’s degree in a field relevant to Transboundary Water Cooperation
At least 2-3 years of relevance experience

Availability to travel
Ability and willingness to travel and be part of shortterm missions is required.
Duty Station
The position will be based at the main office of the Stockholm International Water Institute, in Stockholm Sweden
Duration of contract
The position is a two-year contract with subject to renewal upon good performance and availability of funds.




How to apply: Please submit your CV and a cover letter by visiting our webpage: https://www.siwi.org/about/career-opportunities/ You apply by using the apply button at the bottom of the advert for the position. We need your application by December 21st. Start date: As soon as possible. Further information can be provided by Elizabeth Yaari Senior Programme Manager Transboundary Water Cooperation Dept, elizabeth.yaari@siwi.org or Adele Nerelius Manager HR Dept, adele.nerelius@siwi.org Visa mindre