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• Coordination,
  development and management of water, land and related resources in order
  to maximise economic and social welfare in an equitable manner without compromising
  the sustainability of vital ecosystems and the environment in the program operational
  area.
• Promote
  environmental protection, foster economic growth and sustainable
  agricultural development in NUYOK operational area.
• Promote
  democratic participation in governance, leadership and entrepreneurship of
  all activities related to ecosystems and environment for improvement of
  human and animal health in the area of operation.
• To
  champion cross-sectoral policy approach and the understanding that water resources
  are an integral component of the ecosystem, a natural resource, and a
  social and economic good in the target operational area.
• Produce
  quarterly, monthly and activity reports as required by Caritas Kotido
  Diocese and donors.
• Communicate
  with sub-county and community leaders and relevant beneficiary households
  and build strong community relationships in relation to IWRM.
• Establish
  agreements with relevant parties, ensuring clear communication of the
  project, its purpose and stakeholder responsibilities.
• Take
  full responsibility of materials once taken from the stores to field
  locations, monitor correct storage and use of materials at sites.
• Once
  planning is completed and materials are ready, work very closely with
  project beneficiaries as they implement IWRM strategies.
• Provide
  continual expertise in the IWRM field throughout implementation till
  completion of activities.
• Document
  lessons learned from each activity and contextually relevant and cost effective
  recommendations for future programming
• Establish
  worksheets to update records, monitor activities, and ensure organized and
  updated records.
• Present
  information and or reports on project activities to Resilience Manager.
• Together
  with the project team, design training manuals and conduct community-based
  trainings as per the project design.
• Represent
  Caritas Kotido Diocese in relevant sector coordination meetings.
• Perform
  any other roles and responsibilities as may be assigned by Management

• The
  ideal candidate for the Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM)
  Officer job opportunity should hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Integrated
  Natural Resources Management, Environmental Sciences, Forestry,
  Agro-Forestry or other related fields from recognized University or
  Institution.
• At
  least three years of progressively working in IWRM, environment and energy
  with International NGOs or local government.
• Extensive
  knowledge of community participatory approaches and disaster risk reduction.
• Broad
  knowledge of supporting a comprehensive approach to biodiversity, safe access
  to energy and/or climate change.
• Knowledge
  of the concepts, principles, techniques and practices of energy,
  environment and/or climate change.
• Broad
  knowledge and understanding of emerging sustainable and appropriate energy
  technologies and renewable energy
• Good
  team player with excellent inter-personal and communication skills
• Excellent
  computer skills (MS Word, Excel, internet)
• Excellent
  communication, including written and presentation skills.
• Ability
  to work under pressure and to make accurate decisions.
• Excellent
  analytical and coordinating skills
• Patient,
  understanding and of a pleasant character
• Excellent
  management skills
• Able
  to build and develop capacity of others
• Show
  commitment to the organizational values
• Ability
  to communicate in applicable local language(s)
• Possession
  of a valid riding permit is a must.

• Only
  shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
• Canvassing
  for support will lead to automatic disqualification.
• Ensure
  your academic documents are certified before submission of your
  application.

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