Depending on professional background, experience, and family situation, a competitive compensation and benefits package is offered.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under the supervision of the Director, Sustainable Development Division, the Regional Adviser on Integrated Water Resources Management will:

1. Deliver advisory services to member States and regional and sub-regional institutions in Africa on policy issues related to water resources management and applications of hydrological modeling in the context of the implementation of the African Water Vision 2025;

2. Advocate for and deliver advisory services in the Implementation of the African Water Vision 2025 with respect to the use of hydrological modeling in planning water resources projects/programmes;

3. In collaboration with the ECA-Sub-regional Offices (SRO), assist the Regional Economic Communities (RECs) and other regional organizations to develop policies, plans and programmes to advance regional integration and cooperation through effective Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM);

4. Provide scientific input into the development of the water-related components/modules of the Population, Environment, Development and Agriculture (PEDA) Model and contribute to the development of the analytical version of the Model;

5. Design and deliver capacity-building programs for planners, policymakers and other stakeholders for the implementation of water-related initiatives of NEPAD, the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) and the Plan of Implementation of the World Summit on Sustainable Development (WSSD);

6. Assist member States to fully participate and develop common negotiating positions and strategies with regard to water-related Global Conventions;

7. Represent ECA at proceedings, meetings and other activities of the Global Water conventions and disseminate outcomes to member States;

8. Facilitate the development of, and access to, the African Water Information Clearing House by member States and their civil and public institutions;

9. Develop and periodically review indicators to support and contribute to the synthesis of the bi-annual African Water Development Report;

10. Liaise and collaborate with other ECA divisions and sub Regional Offices (SROs) and external partners in the development of water-related programs and activities as well as on common programmatic areas; and

11. Undertake other work as deemed necessary by the Director of the Division.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

Good analytical and problem-solving skills; demonstrated skills in leadership, programme and performance management and judgment/decision making. Communication, teamwork, planning and organizing, creativity and innovation, client orientation, technological awareness, and ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment.

EDUCATION:

Advanced university degree required, Ph.D or equivalent preferred. in Hydrology, Water Resources, or Civil Engineering focusing on Hydraulic Structures, or related areas.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Ten or more years of progressively responsible work experience in the field of Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) required. Highly desirable if experience includes developing country capacity building, training and advisory services. Prefer record of research and publications in water resources with a focus on modeling.

LANGUAGES:
Fluency in oral and written English or French is required; working knowledge of the other highly desirable.

OTHER DESIRABLE SKILLS:

Sound knowledge and practical skills in the area of IWRM concepts, training, and advocacy. Excellent communication skills with ability to present orally and write concisely, targeting various categories of stakeholders. Established networks and close working relationships with the public/private sector, NGOs and Africa water researchers and other experts

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR ECA EMPLOYMENT

Please provide all the information requested in these Guidelines. INCOMPLETE OR LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

A. Cover Letter (1 page limit)

1. Indicate the Vacancy Announcement number and the title of the position for which you are applying.

2. In a concise statement, describe why you consider yourself qualified for the particular position for which you are applying and match your background to the duties and responsibilities of the post and the specific requirements as stipulated in the Vacancy Announcement including professional experience, education and training, skills, and competencies.

3. In the last paragraph, indicate if any of your relatives (by blood or by marriage) are currently employed by a public international organization, including the UN. If so provide the name of the person(s), the relationship to you, and the name of the organization.

4. Also in the last paragraph, indicate any restrictions that should be taken into account in connection with your prospective employment with the UN.

• Name (First, Last, Middle initial) and Gender

• Mailing Address including city, state, country and postal code

• Telephone and fax numbers, including country and city code

• E-mail address

• Date of Birth

• Nationality (if more than one, list all)

• In reverse chronological order, list your degree(s) and diplomas, the major areas of study, the dates on which they were conferred and the names and locations of the institutions.

• In reverse chronological order, list other relevant training, the dates and the names and locations of the institutions.

• List credentials and certifications [i.e., Certified Public Accountant(CPA)].

• List fields of expertise (i.e., Economics, Engineering, Human Resources, Finance, Auditing, Law)

• Indicate computer skills (both software and hardware).

• In reverse chronological order, provide an overview of your full-time employment including dates, your title, employer, type of organization, location, major responsibilities, accomplishments, and beginning and ending salary.

• In reverse chronological order, provide an overview of your consulting and/or short-term including dates, your title, employer (note if UN-related), type of organization, location, major responsibilities (note management/supervisory experience), accomplishments, and salary.

• Provide a list of relevant publications indicating title, type of publication (i.e., book, magazine, journal, thesis), your contribution (i.e., sole author, chapter contributor), and date of publication.

• For mother tongue, indicate level of proficiency for speaking, writing and reading (Fluent or Full Working Knowledge or Minimal Working Knowledge).

• For other languages, indicate level of proficiency for speaking, writing and reading (Fluent or Full Working Knowledge or Minimal Working Knowledge).

• List your last three supervisors and provide their current telephone and fax numbers, e-mail addresses, and mailing addresses.

• If self-employed, provide the names of three professional colleagues who know your work.

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• Ensure that the following statement is included and signed at the end of your CV/resume: "I certify that all information stated in this CV/resume is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I authorize the United Nations to verify the information provided in this CV/resume."

• All applications will be stored electronically. Therefore all cover letters and CV/resumes must be typed (by computer or by typewriter), using 12 point standard fonts, preferably Arial or Times New Roman, and avoiding shading.

• Applications must be sent (preferably) by email to "ecarecruit@uneca.org" or by fax to (251-1) 51-8489. Applications received elsewhere or by third parties will not be accepted.

• If sending electronically, include the cover letter and CV/resume as attached documents in Microsoft Word, WordPerfect or ASCII.

• If sending by fax, ensure that the cover letter and CV/resume are typed and submitted on white, standard size paper (A4 or 8 1/2 x 11) with clear contrasting text.

• Send one complete application, including cover letter and CV/resume, for each position for which you apply. Ensure that the Vacancy Announcement number and the title of the position are stated in the cover letter.

• Acknowledgement of receipt of application will be sent. Further communication will be sent only to those external candidates under serious consideration and will be transmitted either by return e-mail or by fax, depending on how the application was sent to ECA.