SEI Research Associate: Water Programme
Join our team in Bogotá as a SEI Research Associate for the SEI Latin America Water Programme. Contribute to sustainable water management, research and policy shaping in a role that combines fieldwork with strategic planning, under the guidance of our Water Programme Manager.
The SEI Research Associate role does not require Colombian citizenship, as we will manage the process of securing all necessary authorizations for the selected candidate to work in Colombia.
Closes 30 Nov 2023
Location
Bogotá, Colombia
Deadline
30 November 2023
Contract details
One-year with possibility of extension
Full time
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Join our Latin America Centre and be part of SEI’s formal presence in this dynamic region. Over the years, SEI’s international staff have spearheaded projects across Latin America in thematic areas including air quality, environmental governance, trade in agricultural commodities, energy systems, and water management and sanitation. With the recent establishment of our permanent office in Bogotá, Colombia, we are expanding our team of talented and committed environmental and development professionals to strengthen our new centre.
The SEI Research Associate role
We are in search of a candidate to join the SEI Latin America Water Programme under the guidance of our Water Programme Manager. This SEI Research Associate role involves supporting initiatives aimed at sustainable futures for both human communities and natural ecosystems. Your contributions will be pivotal in managing research activities, capacity development and shaping policy within the realm of water management and river basin planning.
SEI Research Associate Key responsibilities
- Implement projects under the Water Programme Manager’s supervision, focusing on planning tools and participatory process that promote holistic, transparent and robust decision-making for the planning and management of river basins and water systems.
- Propose and develop research on innovative sustainable water management approaches.
- Engage stakeholder’s and build capacities in collaboration with both public and private institutions operating within water and environmental related sectors.
- Conduct fieldwork and office-based activities, collaborating with institutional partners to gather essential project information.
- Prepare and disseminate project outcomes through reports, scientific publications, guides, manuals and presentations.
- Contribute to the development of new proposals relevant to the Water Programme.
Who you are
You should hold an MSc in engineering, environmental or earth science, or a related field, with 3–5 years of experience. Alternatively, you may possess a Ph.D. in a relevant field, with or without professional experience. Success in this role requires organizational skills, a collaborative spirit, problem-solving abilities, proactiveness and excellent communications skills in both Spanish and English. Independent working capabilities, adaptability to various field conditions and a willingness to travel are essential).
In addition, to being able to work effectively in the Water Programme, you should possess the following specific qualifications:
- Prior experience pertaining to the use of Geographical Information Systems, with a focus on the use of remote sensing imagery for water management, climate information and/or water quality analysis.
- Prior experience pertaining to the modeling of surface or groundwater hydrology, water resources systems and/or water management-ecosystem interactions.
- Experience pertaining to the planning or development of water supply or sanitation systems, or to the performance evaluation of said systems.
- Experience preparing scientific reports and publications based on research results.
- Experience in collaborative work with public and/or private sector actors.
- Experience in the preparation of project proposals.
- Experience pertaining to the management and supervision of contracts and projects.
- Experience developing and deploying WEAP models is desired.
- Solid knowledge and experience in the use of scientific tools for data analysis (R, MATLAB and Python).
- History of scientific publications.
Additional information
The SEI Research Associate role does not require Colombian citizenship, as we will manage the process of securing all necessary authorizations for the selected candidate to work in Colombia.
How to apply for SEI Research Associate
We are reviewing applications on an ongoing basis so please submit your application soon, however no later than 30 November 2023.
Please include:
- Cover letter highlighting relevant qualifications and experience.
- Curriculum vitae or resume (as attachment).
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