Senior Water Sector Strategist

4 weeks ago


Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa The Legends Agency Full time

**Job Title:** Senior Water Sector Strategist

**Salary Range:** R900,000 per annum, commensurate with experience.

**Location:** Cape Town CBD, with travel across South Africa and Africa.

Company Overview

The Legends Agency is a renowned non-profit organization that plays a pivotal role in advancing sustainable water security in South Africa and across Africa. As a leading advocate for the green economy, we foster partnerships with businesses and investors to drive innovation in green technologies and services that support a low-carbon, resource-efficient, and inclusive economy.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Water Sector Analyst to provide strategic technical expertise and leadership in the water sector. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of relevant experience, a strong background in project management and stakeholder engagement, and an in-depth understanding of sustainable water and wastewater technologies. This role will involve spearheading key projects, influencing policy, and supporting municipalities in building resilient water systems.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Spearhead water sector projects, delivering innovative and sustainable solutions for water resource management.
  • Develop comprehensive business cases for water infrastructure investments, providing high-level technical support to municipalities and governmental entities.
  • Lead multi-disciplinary projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and promoting cross-sectoral collaboration.
  • Foster relationships with stakeholders, including Western Cape municipalities, water technology providers, and other key players, to unlock funding opportunities.
  • Analyze water and wastewater infrastructure projects, focusing on non-sewered sanitation technologies and strategies for wider adoption.
  • Mentor junior team members and contribute to their professional development within the water programme.
Qualifications and Experience:
  • Masters degree in Engineering, Economics, Finance, or Resource Management.
  • 6+ years of experience in the water sector, with demonstrated leadership in technical and investment-focused projects.
  • Extensive knowledge of sustainable water and wastewater infrastructure technologies, including non-sewered sanitation systems.
  • Strong existing network within the water sector, particularly with stakeholders in Western Cape municipalities and water technology providers.
Competencies:
  • Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
  • Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills with experience in identifying and defining market growth interventions.
Benefits:
  • Performance bonus: Up to 6 weeks for exceptional performance.
  • Discovery medical aid (included in CTC package).


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