Chair of the Steering Committee - END WATER POVERTY

WaterAid

1d • Remote

About The Position

End Water Poverty (EWP) is seeking an experienced and values-driven leader to serve as Chair of the Steering Committee. The Chair will provide strategic governance leadership and help drive urgent, systemic impact in advancing water and sanitation justice globally. This is a non-executive role, with day-to-day operations led by the EWP Secretariat. The Chair also plays a critical role in fostering meaningful participation across diverse members, strengthening political alignment across regions, and ensuring EWP remains connected to grassroots realities and collective advocacy priorities.

Requirements

• Strong background in WASH or related sectors
• Experience in global advocacy, human rights, governance, or development
• Proven experience chairing or leading boards or multi-stakeholder bodies
• Ability to facilitate inclusive dialogue and consensus-building
• Experience working within complex global or regional coalitions
• Strong strategic judgement and decision-making skills
• Excellent interpersonal and diplomatic skills
• Ability to represent diverse perspectives effectively
• Eligibility to work in the respective country

Nice To Haves

• Candidates from the Global South will be given strong priority.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the effective functioning of the Steering Committee
• Uphold EWP values, governance principles, and accountability standards
• Chair meetings and ensure effective and inclusive decision-making
• Guide coalition priorities and strategic direction
• Support alignment across members and regions
• Provide strategic guidance to the Secretariat
• Support selection and succession processes
• Oversee progress against the strategic plan
• Represent EWP at agreed priority events and global fora
• Champion EWP's advocacy priorities and campaign positions externally
• Act as a spokesperson aligned with coalition priorities
• Strengthen political positioning and alliances, including around key global moments such as the UN Water Conference 2026
• Promote inclusive and transparent governance
• Manage sensitive dynamics and ensure respectful engagement
• Uphold safeguarding and ethical standards
• Work effectively and collaboratively with the Vice Chair, including sharing responsibilities as appropriate
• Providing strategic guidance while respecting operational independence
• Maintaining regular coordination with the Global Coordinator
• Ensuring clarity of roles and effective collaboration

Benefits

• Global visibility: Represent the coalition in global fora and agreed priority events, building your profile as a leading voice in water and sanitation advocacy.
• Drive impact: Shape water and sanitation advocacy across a coalition of 160+ organisations in 90+ countries, channelling strategic ideas into systemic action.
• Shape strategic narrative: Build and influence global networks across civil society, donors, and policymakers at a critical time for the sector.
• Lead a Southern-led coalition: Position yourself as a principal voice shaping a Southern-led coalition during a period of rapidly evolving global water politics.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed