BACKGROUND
Wetlands International is dedicated to safeguarding and restoring wetlands for people and nature. We are driven by the knowledge that safeguarding and restoring wetlands is urgent and vital for water security, biodiversity, climate regulation, sustainable development and human health. Our global not-for-profit network of 20 independent offices is governed by a Supervisory Council and a Board of the Association of 35 national government and non-governmental organization members. We bring knowledge into policy and practice, connect local actions in 100 countries to make a global difference, we catalyze actions that support those that use or depend on wetlands, and we are passionate about the positive change we make for people and nature. See our website (www.wetlands.org) for more information on the values, strategies and policies that guide our work.
Wetlands International – Ethiopia Country Program
Wetlands International has been active in Ethiopia since 2010. To strengthen its interventions in Ethiopia, Wetlands International is implementing projects in the Central Rift Valley including one aimed at improving Water Allocation and Irrigation Efficiency in Ziway Shalla Basin. The project also aims to address the key problems causing the decline in water quantity and quality in the Ziway-Shalla basin, namely: Unchecked and inefficient use of irrigation water by smallholder horticultural farmers; Lack of transparent and a fair water allocation and sharing model; Limited institutional frameworks and capacity for basin management; Poor watershed management causing erosion and sedimentation.
The project will be implemented through a consortium composed of Wetlands International (lead), Rift Valley Lakes Basin Development office (RVLDo), Meki-Batu Cooperatives Union, Joy-Tech, Acacia Water and World Waternet. For the smooth implementation of the aforementioned project and others, we are therefore seeking a Technical Coordinator – Central Rift Valley to join our growing portfolio.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Field Coordinator – Central Rift Valley will support the field team in implementation of projects in the Central Rift Valley in collaboration with project partners. Parallel to this the Field Coordinator is also expected play an active role in raising the profile of Wetlands International at local, regional and national levels.
Specific duties and responsibilities
Under the immediate supervision of the Program Officer, the Field Coordinator will:
Duration of initial contract: 1 years initially, including a probation period of 3 months, with a possibility of extension.
SELECTION REQUIREMENTS
Education
Experience
Competencies
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