Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH is seeking a candidate as a Water and Environment Expert . GIZ has been shortlisted for the EU funded project “Water and Environment Support”, based in the MENA Region. The overall objective is to assist the implementation of an integrated approach to pollution reduction and prevention in line with the Barcelona Convention and to contribute to a more efficient management of scarce…

A session led by SEI scientists at the Fall Meeting of the American Geophysical Union seeks to review scientific research and adaptive management strategies addressing the linkages between wildfires and water resources. In recent decades, wildfires have increased in frequency and severity worldwide due to the combined effects of natural fire dynamics, human-induced fires and climate change. These wildfires have resulted in the loss of millions of…

The Regional Office for Latin America and the Caribbean (FAO RLC) is responsible for leading FAO’s response to regional priorities for food security, agriculture and rural development through the identification and planning of FAO’s priority activities in the region. FAO RLC also advises on the incorporation of regional priorities into the Organization’s Programme of Work and Budget and implements approved programmes and projects in the region…

Background: The Nile Basin Initiative (NBI) is a cooperative arrangement initiated and led by the Nile riparian countries to promote joint development, protection and management of the common Nile Basin water resources. NBI has a Shared Vision, namely: ‘*to promote sustainable socioeconomic development through the equitable utilization and, benefit from, the common Nile Basin water resources*’. A wide range of programs and projects are currently…

The Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) ensures that Victoria has the right conditions to enable economic growth, while delivering livable, inclusive and sustainable communities. Its Water and Catchments Group manages Victoria's water resources to meet future urban, rural and environmental needs, working in partnership with a range of stakeholders including water corporations and catchment management authorities. As the…

The Swedish International Development Agency (Sida) funds short-term training in selected development topics for participants from developing countries. The Africa regional program includes a course in sustainable urban water and sanitation services for applicants from Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, and Zambia. Candidates may be nominated by authorities, institutions, universities, NGOs, water utilities, or other private companies active in the…

Do you have understanding and experience of sustainable water and sanitation operational systems and approaches at local and/or national level? Oxfam is seeking a candidate to fill the position of Sustainability Adviser for Water & Sanitation. Reporting to the Resourcing Coordinator and Strategic Lead for Sustainable Water, the Global Sustainability Adviser for Water and Sanitation will be responsible for, among many others: Developing programs…

The Water-Energy-Food Nexus Webinar series is organized by FAO, in collaboration with the Stockholm Environment Institute and KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm. The series introduces nexus concepts and gives examples of current efforts and best practices in the Near East and North Africa (NENA) region and beyond. Through this series, participants will gain an understanding of the importance of nexus concepts and learn how to identify…

Water is a life stream for productive economies and is critical at every scale – from safe access at the household level, to mitigating conflicts across country boundaries. Management of water is considered a ‘wicked’ problem, one that is characterised by complexity, connectedness and conflict, and multiple perspectives. When regions neglect to manage water, it has negative economic, social and environment consequences. What are some examples of…

WASH Drivers Network is organizing the Lagos Walk for Water to mark the 2019 World Water Day. The World Water Day, 22nd March, is about tackling the water crisis by addressing the reasons why so many people are being left behind. Sustainable Development Goal 6 is crystal clear: water for all by 2030. By definition, this means leaving no one behind. But today, billions of people are still living without safe water – their households, schools…

Mine Water Innovation & Technology Conference brings together professionals from the Latin American region to exchange ideas on current practices in water management with an emphasis on creating new opportunities for water experts to look into Innovative & Progressive Water Technologies.

The Regional Environmental Centre for Central Asia (CAREC) in the frames of the Smart Waters Project announces a vacancy for the position of the creative writer for the Smart Waters Project. Smart Waters is a five-year project designed to help five Central Asian countries and Afghanistan and aimed at building a cadre of professionals who are capable of managing shared water resources to maximize the economic value of water equitably in the face…

The Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs is partnering with the UNESCO-IHE Institute for Water Education to fund masters degrees and short courses at Delft University of Technology for water professionals from Small Island Developing States (SIDS). The 18 month MSc programmes include 6 months’ field-based research, to be conducted preferably on specific problems in the home country of the participant.The project aims to strengthen the capacity…

Mercy Corps is a leading global organization powered by the belief that a better world is possible. In disaster, in hardship, in more than 40 countries around the world, they partner to put bold solutions into action — helping people triumph over adversity and build stronger communities from within. Now, and for the future. The Africa Region Africa’s main source of revenues and jobs is generated within agriculture systems - being in livestock…

African Development Bank (AfDB) is the premier multi-lateral development finance institution fostering economic growth and social progress in Africa. The AfDB's primary goal is to reduce poverty and improve living standards by mobilising resources in and outside Africa and providing financial and technical assistance for development projects and programs in Africa. The Agriculture, Human and Social Development Complex (AHVP) leads in implementing…

The Environment Advisor’s main role is to lead the environment team, helping them work effectively with other colleagues in the Regional team and to promote a culture of positive environmental stewardship. You will support your team in the development of plans that focus on habitat restoration, species conservation and environmental improvement often at a landscape scale. These plans inform programmes of work, and are used to obtain our…

WWF is the world's largest conservation organization, founded in 1961. We’re active in over 100 countries and have over 7000 employees. WWF-CEE (formerly WWF Danube-Carpathian Programme) is responsible for leading and implementing WWF’s efforts to preserve, restore and sustainably manage the natural values of the Danube-Carpathian ecoregion – the “Green Heart of Europe”. We are now seeking to recruit a dynamic and enthusiastic Regional Forest…

IWA-ASPIRE 2017 - The Conference topics will revolve around the theme “Breaking Boundaries – Developing a Better Water Future for Asia and the Pacific Regions”. The focus will be on a range of water related topics, including current development and water management issues in the Asia Pacific Regions to strengthening the water sector, to overcoming the uphill challenges in sustainable water management and how to get it right for the coming decades…

Background: The Regional Representative maintains and develops a thriving network, creating impact by convening, facilitating and harnessing diverse voices, representing, advocating and influencing for action, in service of CaLP’s vision and goals. The role plays a pivotal part in furthering CaLP’s strategic aims and delivering on our commitments to members and the wider humanitarian community. The post holder leads and ensures the delivery of…

The US Environmental Protection Agency is seeking a Director (Water Protection Division) to be responsible for the management and implementation of the Region’s programs to protect, preserve and improve the quality of water resources in the Mid-Atlantic States.

Water is crucial for industry and agriculture, as well as for the health and quality of life of a nation’s citizens. Investment in efficient and sustainable infrastructure, for both urban and agricultural supply, has proven to yield great economic return. Unfortunately, water has been taken for granted for too long in too many countries. Climate change, rising population growth and increased urbanization are predicted to change that reality…

The Associate Regional Accountant provides backstop supports to the assigned portfolio of projects in Asia and performs review of monthly financial reports submitted by Winrock International (WI) project sites to ensure compliance with organization’s policies and procedures, applicable laws, and donor rules and regulations. He/She also maintains computerize financial systems and taking the lead in processing accounting transactions related to WI…

The tenth International Conference on Sustainable Water Resources Management will present recent technological and scientific developments.Water is essential for sustaining life on our planet and its uneven distribution is a source of permanent conflict. The growth of human population combined with the irregularity in precipitation and water availability may restrict even further the access to water in certain regions of the world. The Conference…

Chemonics seeks a senior water specialist for an anticipated USAID water and energy program in the Philippines to provide assistance and leadership on water supply activities, support capacity building, and contribute to policy dialogue on improving climate resiliency of water and sanitation infrastructure.

WaterAid is seeking a Programme Support and Learning Advisor (HSBC Water Programme) to lead on the learning and knowledge management of the HSBC Water Programme (HWP) across 6 countries, ensuring successful approaches and experiences are shared across countries and regions