1. Education: Higher professional education in one of the following fields: water resources and water management, hydrology, hydraulic engineering, sanitation and ecology, international law and international relations.

2. Work experience: At least 5 years of experience in the field of water resources protection and use, including experience in leadership positions. An academic degree is welcome. Experience interacting with international organizations, donors, and/or participating in international projects will be an advantage.

3. Language and communication skills: Fluency in English, Russian, and the state languages, both orally and in writing. Skills in business correspondence and negotiations with foreign partners in English.

4. Professional knowledge: The candidate must have knowledge and practical skills in the following areas:

• legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the field of water resources protection and use;

• principles and instruments of transboundary water cooperation, including approaches applied within the framework of the Water Convention;

• modern approaches, scientific and technical solutions, and best practices in water resource management;

• labor legislation, occupational health and safety;

• procedures for preparing, coordinating, concluding, and implementing international agreements;

• principles of project management, planning, and reporting

5. Personal and professional qualities:

• Strategic thinking;
• Ability to multitask;
• Team coordination skills;
• Focus on results and organizational development

We offer:

• a stable salary,

• a 5/2 work schedule.

• participation in international projects and professional development.

The competitive selection of candidates will include a preliminary English language test.

The appointment of the IWAC Deputy Head, selected through the competition, will be made in consultation with the UNECE Secretariat