WASH / SBM-U / SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT EXPERT

Urban Sanitation | Project Management | Programme Implementation

Organisation: Civitas Waste Solutions Pvt. Ltd.

Position: WASH / SBM-U / SWM Expert

Assignment: Project Implementation Unit (PIU) – Urban Sanitation and Municipal Development

Role Overview

Civitas Waste Solutions Pvt. Ltd. is seeking a technically competent and implementationoriented qualified to support urban sanitation, solid waste management and municipal development initiatives under the Swachh Bharat Mission–Urban (SBM-U), WASH frameworks and allied government programmes. The role involves working closely with Urban Local Bodies

(ULBs), municipal officials and other stakeholders to translate programme guidelines,

assessment indicators and city-level priorities into actionable interventions. The candidate will contribute to project planning, field implementation, performance monitoring, capacity building and institutional strengthening, with a focus on improving municipal service delivery,

sanitation standards and environmental sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

 Support the implementation of SBM-U initiatives and allied programmes, including

Swachh Survekshan, Garbage Free City (GFC), ODF+/ODF++, Water+ and other applicable sanitation frameworks. Interpret relevant guidelines and assessment indicators, develop action plans and assist ULBs in meeting programme requirements.

 Conduct city-, zone- and ward-level assessments to identify gaps in sanitation services,

waste management operations, infrastructure, service coverage and regulatory compliance. Recommend practical, data-driven interventions and support the preparation and implementation of City Sanitation Action Plans and related municipal strategies.

 Provide technical and operational support for integrated solid waste management systems, covering source segregation, door-to-door collection, transportation,

processing, material recovery, scientific disposal and resource recovery. Assess operational performance and support improvements in waste processing infrastructure,

plastic waste management, construction and demolition waste, bulk waste generators and other relevant waste streams.

 Support WASH and urban sanitation initiatives relating to public and community toilets,

sanitation infrastructure, faecal sludge management, sewerage systems, wastewater treatment and reuse, as applicable to the assignment. Coordinate with relevant municipal teams to improve service delivery,



operational efficiency and public health outcomes.

 Undertake regular field visits to verify implementation, assess the effectiveness of municipal operations and provide on-ground handholding to ULB officials, engineers,

sanitary inspectors and frontline workers. Identify bottlenecks and recommend corrective measures to strengthen implementation quality and sustainability.

 Plan and support Information, Education and Communication (IEC) and Behaviour

Change Communication (BCC) activities to promote source segregation, responsible waste disposal, sanitation, hygiene and environmental awareness. Coordinate community mobilisation and citizen engagement initiatives involving RWAs, schools,

NGOs, SHGs and other relevant stakeholders.

 Design and deliver capacity-building activities, training sessions and orientation programmes for municipal officials, field personnel and community stakeholders.

Develop practical guidance notes, standard operating procedures, checklists and training materials to strengthen institutional knowledge and implementation capabilities.

 Co-ordinate with stakeholders for updating every month MIS, performance indicators and periodic reviews. Validate data against field conditions, maintain accurate records and supporting evidence, identify performance gaps and prepare analytical reports,

presentations and progress updates for municipal, state and central-level reviews.

 Coordinate with government departments, municipal authorities, technical teams,

implementation agencies and other stakeholders to facilitate effective project delivery.

Contribute to knowledge sharing, documentation of good practices and the development of scalable solutions for improved urban sanitation and waste management.

 Promote environmentally responsible and sustainable urban practices, including waste minimisation, reuse, recycling, resource recovery and circular economy approaches.

Demonstrate a proactive interest in environmental protection, public health and the development of cleaner, healthier and more sustainable cities.

 Plan, coordinate and monitor urban sanitation and waste management projects,





including preparation of implementation plan. Coordinate with municipal departments,

field teams and stakeholders to ensure timely execution, resolve implementation challenges and achieve project objectives.

Educational Qualifications

 Master's degree preferred in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering,

Environmental Science, Urban Planning, Urban Management, Public Health, WASH,

Waste Management, Development Studies or a related discipline.

 Bachelor's degree holders with relevant experience in urban sanitation, municipal development, SBM-U, WASH or solid waste management may also be considered.

Key Skills and Competencies

 Sound understanding of one or more domains: WASH, SBM-U implementation, Solid

Waste Management and urban sanitation.

 Strong project planning, implementation, coordination, monitoring and problem-solving capabilities.

 Knowledge of municipal service delivery, city sanitation planning, urban infrastructure and waste management operations.

 Ability to interpret government guidelines, conduct field assessments, identify implementation gaps and develop actionable improvement plans.

 Understanding of IEC/BCC, community mobilisation, stakeholder engagement and capacity-building approaches for sanitation and waste management.

 Strong analytical, report-writing, documentation and presentation skills, with proficiency in MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

 Familiarity with MIS portals, performance dashboards and GIS-based mapping will be an advantage.

 Effective communication and coordination skills, with the ability to work with government officials, municipal teams and community stakeholders.

 Willingness to undertake field visits and provide hands-on implementation support.

 A proactive, solution-oriented mindset and genuine enthusiasm for environmental sustainability, public health and sustainable urban development.

Preferred Experience

Experience in municipal corporations, Urban Local Bodies, government programmes, consulting assignments or projects related to WASH, SBM-U, solid waste management and urban sanitation will be an advantage. Practical exposure to project implementation, field assessments, municipal stakeholder coordination, performance monitoring and capacity building will be particularly valuable.

Pay: ₹35,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Benefits

- Flexible schedule
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off

Work Location: In person

📌 WASH / SBM-U / SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT EXPERT (Ahmedabad)
🏢 Civitas Waste Solutions
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