Regional Water Resources Modeller

INTERNSHIP ENTRO; Nile; On-site; AUD 89,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent regional organization seeks a Regional Water Resources Modeller to provide analytical expertise for managing water resources. This role requires an MSc in relevant fields, at least ten years of experience in water resources engineering, and proficiency in various modelling systems. Responsibilities include enhancing modelling tools, conducting strategic analysis, and project management. A competitive salary and benefits package is offered, with women encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Good work environment

Qualifications

• At least ten years of working experience in water resources engineering or a related field.
• Seven years post MSc hands-on experience in water resources is desirable.
• Proficiency in at least two modelling systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance NBI modelling tools, especially the NB-DSS.
• Apply analytic tools for strategic water resources analysis.
• Manage knowledge and project activities.

Skills

Water resource modelling skills

Data processing and analysis

Technical writing

Hydrology

Excellent written and spoken English

Analytical skills

Presentation skills

Education

MSc in Civil Engineering, Water Resource Engineering, Hydrology, or related field

Tools

RiverWare

RIBASIM

SWAT

Mike Hydro

GAMS

WEAP

TALSIM-NG

Job description

Center

Nile Basin Initiative Secretariat

Job Location

Entebbe, Uganda

Classification

Jobs Opportunities

Application Deadline

July 15, 2024

Description

Nile Basin Initiative Secretariat seeks to fill the position of the Regional Water Resources Modeller

• Regional Water Resources Modeler

The Purpose of the Regional Water Resources Modeller is to bring in high calibre water resources modelling expertise to provide analytical expertise to support the implementation of the Water Resources Management functions of the Nile-SEC. The Water Resources Modeller shall work under the supervision of and report to the Deputy Executive Director/ Head of Basin Wide Program (HBWP).

The Regional Water Resources Modeller will be stationed at the Nile-SEC in Entebbe, Uganda but may be required to travel frequently to Nile Basin riparian countries in the course of duty. The detailed/ full job description can be downloaded from www.nilebasin.org

Job Purpose/Scope of work

The Water Resources Modeller is responsible for analytical work in the Water Resources Management (WRM) unit focusing on the operational use and further customization and refinement of the Nile Basin Decision Support System (NB-DSS) and other modelling tools. She/he contributes to technical analysis for addressing strategic water resources issues in the Nile Basin, including climate change impacts and adaptation.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintenance and further enhancement of NBI modelling tools, especially the NB-DSS
• Operational Application of Analytic Tools to support strategic water resources analysis
• Knowledge Management
• Project Management

Academic/Professional Qualification And Experience

• An MSc in relevant fields of Water resources such as Civil Engineering, Water Resource Engineering and management, Hydrology or other technical related field.
• Minimum Experience Required
• At least ten years of working experience in water resources engineering, or a related field, with recognized technical expertise. In addition, seven years post MSc hands on experience in the above fields is desirable.
• Proficiency in at least two modelling systems, such as RiverWare, RIBASIM, SWAT, Mike Hydro, GAMS, WEAP, TALSIM-NG
• Wide experience with water resources modelling for watershed and riverine applications; experience in database development, and Geographical Information System is an advantage.
• Working knowledge of the Nile Basin DSS is an advantage
• Proficiency in at least one modern computer programming language
• Skills Required
• Water resource modelling skills
• Data processing and analysis
• Technical writing
• Hydrology
• Processing and using climate change data in water resources modelling
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Strong analytical and presentation skills.
• Excellent sense of initiative, ability to set priorities and work under pressure with accuracy and dedication

Recruitment

Interested applicants who meet the requirements are invited to submit their application/cover letters and CV electronically to the Executive Director at: [e-mail].

Application/cover letters clearly indicating the title of the position and accompanied by detailed curriculum vitae should reach the Executive Director not later than 15th July 2024 at 2:00pm Local Time in Entebbe, Uganda). Please do not attach copies of your Academic & professional certificates and testimonials- these will be provided when you are shortlisted and notified.

Your CV should clearly indicate full contacts (e-mail, telephone) of Three (3) referees and two (2) former employers excluding the current employer. Due to the expected large number of applications, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

NBI offers a good work environment with competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with the qualifications and relevant experience. Women candidates are encouraged to apply.