Project Officer – Water Sciences Division
Quick answer
UNESCO is hiring an entry-level Project Officer – Water Sciences Division in Nairobi, focusing on sustainable water resource management and climate risk analysis, with in-office work and no specified compensation.
- Role
- Project Officer – Water Sciences Division
- Organization
- UNESCO
- Location
- Nairobi, International
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Engineering & Technology
The role
The Project Officer for the Water Sciences Division at UNESCO will support the implementation of the Lake Turkana project, focusing on sustainable management of water resources and community engagement. This role involves logistics planning, data collection, and stakeholder interaction to enhance project outcomes. The officer will also contribute to the UNESCO Climate Risk Informed Decision Analysis and assist in developing monitoring programs for water resources. Additionally, the position includes creating communication content and preparing reports on project progress.
What you'll do
- Support the Lake Turkana project management and project rollout
- Support logistics and planning of the project’s activities including fieldworks and data collection
- Support logistic, planning and implementation of project workshop, dissemination events and engagement events with stakeholders, and with the communities
- Support the activities within the UNESCO Climate Risk Informed Decision Analysis (CRIDA)
- Support hydrological studies and groundwater assessments in the project area
- Support the development and design of monitoring programs for water resources
What it takes
- Experience in project management
- Knowledge of water resource management
- Skills in logistics and planning
- Ability to engage with stakeholders
- Experience in data collection and analysis
- Strong communication skills
- Familiarity with climate risk analysis
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Nairobi, Kenya.
Is the job remote?
The job is in-office.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is not specified.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include experience in project management, knowledge of water resource management, skills in logistics and planning, ability to engage with stakeholders, experience in data collection and analysis, strong communication skills, and familiarity with climate risk analysis.
How do I apply?
To apply, connect with the organization and show your interest. Recruiters from the organization will be able to view your profile, contact you for current & future vacancies and engage you on opportunities that match your skills and interest.
How to apply
Apply directly on UNESCO's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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