Senior Technical Specialist at AECOM


AECOM's Global Support Services (GSS) organization resides within AECOM's Government business line and is comprised of three divisions - International Development, Operations and Mission Support, and Global Programs. GSS has the international presence, personnel networks and procurement infrastructure to deliver support for any mission, anywhere. We optimize the reliability, availability and sustainability of equipment, logistics systems and facilities for clients around the world. GSS supports the U.S. Government, non-U.S. Governments and industry clients with worldwide program management, planning, design, operations and maintenance, logistics, aviation services, security, international development, environmental and civil engineering and mission and intelligence support.

We are recruiting to fill the position below: 

Job Title: Senior Technical Specialist

Requisition/Vacancy No.: 136014BR
Location: Abuja
Job Category: International Development

Job Summary
AECOM is currently seeking technical and operational specialists for an anticipated USAID-funded water and sanitation activity in Nigeria that will strengthen the financial and productive ability of water providers in select Nigerian states to operate more sustainability.  Experts are sought for the following areas:

  • Water utility reform
  • Policy and regulatory reform
  • Water/wastewater tariffs
  • Institutional strengthening and capacity building
  • Private sector engagement
  • Water sector financing
  • Project operations and finance
  • Gender mainstreaming
  • Monitoring and evaluation

Minimum Requirements

  • Master's degree or higher in Engineering, Business, International Development or related field.
  • 10 years professional experience in WASH, institutional strengthening, water sector financing, financing in WASH/other infrastructure, and/or private sector financing, with at least 2 years of experience working in Africa.
  • Strong management skills and excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • USAID project experience preferred
  • Experience working in Nigeria