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:
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