Managing Director

About AguaClara Reach

AguaClara Reach (ACR) is a growing 501(c)(3) nonprofit that is dedicated to creating and sharing better technologies so that communities can have safe water on tap.

Mission

AguaClara Reach advances global access to safe drinking water through design and innovation of community-scale, gravity-powered water treatment technologies, capacity building with local implementation partners, and research and education with university partners.

History

The initial AguaClara technologies were developed at Cornell University by a student-based research program in 2005. The goal of the program was to design drinking water treatment plants that would last for decades in resource-limited communities and provide open-source access to their research and technological advancements. AguaClara technology is now in operation at 26 water treatment plants, serving over 105,000 people in Central America and India. In 2017, AguaClara Reach was established to expand on the previous successes of the AguaClara program, as a nonprofit organization. AguaClara Reach now leads the development and implementation of AguaClara technologies, with the continued mission of bringing safe drinking water on tap to communities around the world. With a gross revenue of $225,000 in 2024, and a grant of $1.5m over the next 3 years, the organization is at a critical inflection point in its growth.

For more information about AguaClara Reach, visit our website: www.aguaclarareach.org

Programs

AguaClara Reach’s programs include:

• Research Programs: AguaClara Reach collaborates with their partner research organizations at Cornell University, New Jersey Institute of Technology, and Ohio State University to accelerate innovation. This research guides many of their technological innovations as well as fosters a meaningful academic opportunity for students.
• Innovation Programs: Their programs also include ongoing development with their innovation and implementation partner in Honduras, Agua Para el Pueblo. This makes it possible for them to introduce new technologies.
• Implementation Programs: In partnership with Agua Para el Pueblo, ACR implements their technology throughout the world in collaboration with other implementing and funding partners. This is where they implement projects that bring communities access to safe water.

Job Summary

The Managing Director provides leadership and strategic vision for AguaClara Reach (ACR) ensuring alignment with ACR’s mission, vision, and values. This role fosters professional and mutually beneficial relationships with the Board, Staff, Partners, Volunteers, Donors, and water sector professionals. Working in close partnership with the Board and Staff, the Managing Director ensures that the mission is fulfilled through programs, strategic planning, partnership development, and resource development.

• Identify and understand organizational and key stakeholder priorities, needs, and barriers to success
• Develop and execute organizational goals and strategies collaboratively with the Board, Staff, Volunteers, and Partners
• Collaborate closely with and report directly to the Board of Directors
• Develop innovative and strategic new partnerships and programs
• Secure funding through project and partnership revenue, grants, and donations
• Lead business development, grant administration and oversight, organizational administration, and project management
• Ensure that the operations of the organization and the utilization of resources are aligned with agreed-upon goals and strategies
• Manage staff and volunteers in line with organization values.

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 7 years of senior leadership experience at an organization with an annual budget exceeding $1,000,000
• Proven experience in securing and managing funding sources (including donors, government grants, private sector)
• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• Professional working proficiency in English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Government and Institutional Fundraising Knowledge and experience in Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) or public health sector
• Background in global development, WASH best practices, and international program management
• Experience in nonprofit management
• Experience in contract writing and negotiation
• Multi-lingual and cross-cultural proficiency (e.g., Spanish fluency preferred)
• Willingness to travel nationally and internationally, as needed
• Ability to effectively adapt to changing priorities.

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