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INTERNATIONAL WATER MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE

P.O. Box 2075, Colombo, Sri LankaTel: 94-11-2787404, 2784080, Fax: 94-11-2786854, E-mail:work-at-iwmi@cgiar.org

Internet Home Page:http://www.iwmi.org

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

POST DOCTORAL FELLOW FIELD HYDROLOGY

(Ethiopia)

IWMI seeks to recruit a well qualified Post Doctoral Fellow in Field Hydrology toparticipate in a Challenge Program on Water and Food project located in the Nile Basin

that focuses on integrated rainwater management strategies, technologies, institutions and

policies. S/he will work in an inter-disciplinary team that will consider the impact of rainwater management technologies and strategies on catchment hydrology - the downstream

and groundwater impacts as well as evaporation and transpiration at different locations

within the Nile Basin, with the ultimate aim of evaluating water allocation and water

productivity implications.

The International Water Management Institute (IWMI) is a non-profit, scientific

organization engaged in research and capacity building activities for developingcountries. Our mission is to overcome poverty through the better management of land

and water resources. Working with diverse partners and supported by the Consultative

Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR), IWMI seeks to translate itsresearch findings into actionable recommendations for policymakers, resource managers

and poor rural communities. IWMI is based in Colombo, Sri Lanka and has regional

offices located in 12 countries in Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa.

Location:

The position will be based in IWMI East Africa and Nile Basin Office in Addis Ababa,

Ethiopia and reports to the Senior Researcher Hydrology and Water Resources.

Job Purpose:

This position will coordinate and implement hydrological field studies conducted to

obtain primary data relating to the impacts of different rainwater management

technologies on hydrological fluxes and water productivity at different locations in theNile Basin.

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Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide expertise in hydrology with particular experience in hydrological processes in

agricultural fields and how they scale up within river basins.

Carry out field research that includes:

o The design of the research

o Hydrologic data collection, including the design and installation of water flux

monitoring networks

o Quality control of data

o Analysis, modeling and interpretation of field data

Communicate results through research reports, journal articles, seminar papers and

other scientific manuscripts as well as through seminars and workshops.

Work in an interdisciplinary team to interpret across disciplines to better understand

implications of changes on livelihoods and environment; and to communicate these

insights to a range of stakeholders.

Selection Criteria:

The following outlines the attributes required and the criteria against which applications

will be assessed.

Qualifications: ESSENTIAL

A Ph.D. in Hydrology, Hydrochemistry, Soil Science or

Hydrogeology

Experience: ESSENTIAL

Experience in hydrology and hydrological flux

measurements including installation and operation of fieldinstruments (e.g. weather stations, piezometers, rain gauges, flow

gauges, bowen-ratio, soil moisture equipment etc.).

Experience of hydro-chemical techniques for evaluating

hydrological flow pathways would be an advantage.

Experience in the quality control, interpretation and analyses

of field data and modeling hydrological processes.

Knowledge,

Skills &

Abilities:

ESSENTIAL

Demonstrated ability to work independently in the field.

Knowledge of hydrologic implications of agricultural

practices

Competence in quantitative applied research methods, and

strong quantitative and analytical skills.

Computer literacy, with skills in handling and quality

controlling large volumes of data and hydrological process

modeling.

Good communication and writing skills, with a good

command of both oral and written English

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Demonstrated ability to prepare project documents andresearch publications. A record of relevant peer-reviewed

publications is a major advantage.

Ability to effectively establish priorities, plan, organize and

monitor own work in an interdisciplinary and multiple task

environment;

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish andmaintain effective working relations with people in a multi-

cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respectfor diversity.

Previous working experience in developing countries is an

advantage.

Ability to work in interdisciplinary teams, with both local

and international partners.

Salaries and Benefits:

Post doctoral contracts are available for two years and are non-renewable. IWMI salariesare competitive with those of similar international institutions and offer a range of

benefits including housing and utilities allowance, vehicle allowance, education

allowance, annual home leave, health insurance package and shipping assistance.

How to Apply:

To apply for this post:

Complete application form http://www.iwmi.cgiar.org/About_IWMI/Vacancies/

Attach your rsum.

Attach a letter of application, which specifically addresses the selection criteriaoutlined previously; include the names and addresses of 3 referees who may becontacted if you are shortlisted.

Submit online.

If you do not receive an automatic acknowledgement email within 24 hours of sending

your application, then contact: The Human Resources Office, IWMI, P.O. Box 2075,

Colombo, Sri Lanka; Email: work-at-iwmi@cgiar.org

We will begin reviewing applications after 31 March 2010 or until the position is

filled.

Schedule for Selection Process:

There may be telephone interviews for short-listed candidates during mid April 2010 and

selection interviews will be held in Colombo, Sri Lanka or in Africa during April/May2010. Although these dates may be subject to change, it would be useful if candidates

could be available around these dates.

For further information visit IWMI - http://www.iwmi.org

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IWMI is an equal opportunity employer and is keen to further diversify i ts staff in terms of both gender

and nationality.

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