WWF Kenya Fresh Water Project Officer Job

Fresh Water Project Officer Job, Kenyan NGO Jobs 2023,

Position Title:   Fresh Water Project Officer
Reports to:  Amboseli Chyulu Sub-Landscape Program Coordinator
Supervises:  None
Job Grade:  TBA
Location : Loitokitok town, Kajiado County
                                                                                                 
Major function role will be:
To implement Integrated Water Resource Management projects and activities in the Amboseli Chyulu sub Landscape and larger SOKNOT landscape to enable sustainable water resources management and improved restoration of water resources. The position will largely support the implementation of water resource restoration measures for the “Large-scale Forest Landscape Restoration (FLR) in Africa: Tree-rich landscapes to foster biodiversity, climate change resilience and better livelihoods” programme in Amboseli, Kenya.
 
Roles and responsibilities:

• Initiate and support implementation of integrated water management projects and activities in the sub landscape in line with project work plans, WWF strategic plan, and in consultation with thematic lead; 
• Work closely with communities (WRUAs, CFAs, Conservancies) and other key stakeholders to develop actions that will ensure participatory and sustainable management of water resources in line with project work plans, WWF strategic plan, and in consultation with thematic lead;
• Develop and implement contribution in identifying participatory programmes that enhance restoration and protection of catchment and biodiversity hotspots in the freshwater environment;
• Initiate and support participatory management critical water catchment areas;
• Develop a monitoring program to document the status of fresh water resources and program intervention milestones;
• Participate and contribute in organizing stakeholder’s forums;
• Prepares and presents technical and monitoring reports on the progress of implementation of Integrated Water Conservation project activities;
• Document and disseminate communication materials highlighting progress of the freshwater focused projects to promote cross projects linkages and synergy in order to secure water resources the Amboseli Chyulu Sub landscape;
• Participates in knowledge management through conservation research, publication and dissemination of scientific research including representing WWF Kenya in national, regional and international conservation platforms;
• Participates in the domestication of relevant national and regional policy instruments at local level;
• Contributes awareness raising and visibility of the project, ensures stakeholders engagement and supports resource mobilization efforts.
• In consultations with Freshwater Thematic lead and other WWF Kenya staff facilitate cross-border initiatives in;

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in water, natural resource management, environmental science, biology of conservation or related field of studies. 
• A master’s degree and other additional professional trainings in related fields will be an added advantage.

 
Experience:

• At least five years of field experience in natural resources management issues with specific background and hands on experience in fresh water resource management;
• Must have a good understanding of fresh water conservation initiatives in Kenya, resource assessment at national & local level, addressing socio-economic factors, resource threats impacting the landscape & developing and implementing conservation plans;
• A proven ability to work effectively with local Civil Society Organizations and facilitating links between government and communities in the water sector.

 
Working Relationships
 
Internal:  Interacts with the Chief Executive Officer, Director Conservation Programmes, Programme Managers and All WWF Kenya staff.
 
External : Interacts with WWF-Africa Staff, WWF Network, Government Ministries and Departments, Civil Society Organizations, the private sector, Service Providers, Regulatory bodies and other Conservation Agencies.
 
This job description covers the main tasks and responsibilities and conveys the spirit of the sort of tasks that are anticipated to be undertaken proactively. Other tasks may be assigned as necessary according to organizational needs. 
 
How to Apply

Please  Click Here   to apply for the role. 
 
Applications will close on  20 ^th  February 2023.  Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
 
Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.