Senior Technical Officer Job in Wetlands International South Asia: Complete information on Eligibility Criteria, Salary and Application Process

Introduction: Senior Technical Officer Job in Wetlands International South Asia is announced to urgently fill the vacancy for the said position in their reputed organization. The last date for application submission is on 31^st August 2023, interested candidates can mail their resumes to given email id below.

Last Date to Apply: 31^st August 2023

Location: Dehradun, Uttarakhand (or any area suited for work in Himalayan Wetlands, especially high-altitude wetlands).

Senior Technical Officer Job in Wetlands International South Asia

About the Organization

Wetlands International South Asia is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to the conservation and wise use of wetlands in the South Asia region.

For more information, please visit: https://south-asia.wetlands.org/

The organization is establishing a regional office for Hindu-Kush Himalayan Wetlands with the ambition of:

1. a) Providing the necessary science and knowledge base for the conservation and sustainable management of Himalayan wetlands (with a specific focus on High-Altitude Wetlands),

1. b) Capacity development of wetlands managers and stakeholders on the management needs of Himalayan high altitude wetlands,

1. c) Building sector partnerships for conservation of Himalayan wetlands in sector plans and programs,

1. d) Catalyzing investments for conservation, restoration and integrated management of Himalayan high altitude wetlands, and

1. e) Fostering a CEPA programme to promote stakeholder participation in wetlands conservation and wise use. This office will also focus on enhancing the visibility of Wetlands International South Asia’s work in the Himalayan region, and help establish a work programme, working in partnership with state governments and agencies, civil society organizations and research and academic organizations, for the conservation of wetlands in this region, with a special focus on high-altitude wetlands.

Wetlands International South Asia office seeks a Senior Technical Officer – Hindu Kush Himalayan Wetlands to lead the Hindu-Kush Himalayan regional office and support the implementation of projects and initiatives related to Himalayan wetlands.

The incumbent will be based in Dehradun, Uttarakhand (or any area suited for work in Himalayan Wetlands, especially high-altitude wetlands) after an initial six months of training and programme development work in New Delhi. Frequent travel in the Hindu-Kush Himalayan Region will be needed for the delivery of the work programme. The incumbent will report to the Director. The appointment will initially be for two years with a possibility of extension based on performance review.

Senior Technical Officer Job in Wetlands International South Asia Job Purpose

The incumbent is intended to develop and manage the implementation of projects in the Hindu-Kush Himalayan region of India, develop relevant and innovative knowledge products and tools, and advocate for wetland solutions towards key stakeholders. Work shall also include maintaining the regional office and developing concept notes and project proposals to generate finances for running the Himalayan wetlands programme. Key responsibilities include maintaining an overview of the Hindu-Kush Himalayan landscape, liaising with stakeholders, conducting capacity development and outreach programmes, and supporting resource development. Good knowledge of the Himalayan landscape and its wetlands is essential.

Senior Technical Officer Job in Wetlands International South Asia Roles and responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning, resource development and coordination for implementation of specific programmes/ strategies, including programme and project management
• Project cycle management and knowledge development which includes technical and financial implementation and reporting of projects in the Hindu-Kush Himalayan region
• Run collaborative processes with internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop knowledge products and tools to strengthen the strategic communication of outcomes of projects and other initiatives
• Monitor and identify relevant (environmental, social) issues and trends and translate these into opportunities for the organization and running projects
• Identify opportunities for resources development and takes a leading role in project proposal teams
• Pro-actively and timely communicate with the donor including sharing successes and lessons
• Proactively seek and develops new strategic partnerships
• Represent Wetlands International South Asia in relevant meetings, workshops, training and forums
• Support policy and advocacy on issues related to wetlands, biodiversity conservation and climate change
• Prepare scientific and technical reports when required
• Any other as may be assigned by the Director in discussion with the incumbent

Senior Technical Officer Job in Wetlands International South Asia Qualifications and Experience

Essential qualifications

• M. Tech or PhD in wetland ecology, limnology, wetlands management, hydrology, environmental sciences, water resource management/planning or related disciplines
• Minimum seven years of experience in handling project management especially related to Hindu-Kush Himalayan high-altitude wetlands
• At least five years’ experience in designing, implementing, and directing complex or multiple projects of strategic importance, including supervising a multidisciplinary team and coordinating the work of partners while meeting deadlines.
• Demonstrable track record of fundraising and managing partnerships.

Desirable qualifications

• Understanding of existing programming, regulatory and policy environment for High-Altitude wetlands
• Experience in designing, implementing, and directing complex or multiple projects of strategic importance to wetlands Experience in capacity development on conservation issues of High-Altitude Himalayan wetlands
• Ability to communicate clearly via written, spoken, and graphical means in English and other relevant languages including the ability to translate complex issues into concise and clear messages.

Senior Technical Officer Job in Wetlands International South Asia Remuneration

The incumbent will be placed in Grade 5 of the salary scale, with an annual gross remuneration of Rs. 12.5 lakhs with all perks.

Senior Technical Officer Job in Wetlands International South Asia Application process

Interested candidates may send their detailed resume along with one writing sample to recruitment@wi-sa.org by August 31, 2023, with ‘Application: Senior Technical Officer – Hindu-Kush Himalayan Wetlands’ in the subject line.

The resume should provide information on the candidate’s ability to meet the mentioned qualifications and experience and perform the tasks described above.

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