Project Officer- Water Resources
Job details
Department / Programs
Water For People India Trust
Full-time
About Water For People
Water For People promotes the development of high-quality drinking water and sanitation services accessible to all – sustained by strong communities, businesses, and governments.
DEPARTMENT: Programs
REPORTS TO: Project Manager / Technical Lead Water Resources
SUPERVISORY DUTIES: None
POSITION OBJECTIVE or JOB SUMMARY:
The Project Officer Water Resources (Hydrogeologist) will be responsible for planning and designing water resource interventions based on Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) principles. The role includes technical assessments, hydrogeological mapping, and supporting sustainable water management solutions. The Officer will work in close coordination with the Social Development Officer and Environment Officer to ensure integrated and community centric implementation of water resource initiatives.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:
• Conduct hydrogeological assessments, aquifer studies, and water balance analysis to inform project design.
• Plan and design water conservation and recharge interventions such as check dams, recharge pits, contour trenches, groundwater recharge structures, surface water storage systems, etc.
• Develop technical feasibility reports, DPRs, and site-specific recommendations.
• Apply IWRM principles to ensure sustainable use and equitable access to water resources.
• Coordinate with Social and Environmental Officers to integrate community needs and environmental safeguards.
• Provide technical support during implementation, monitoring, and quality assurance of water structures.
• Engage with government departments, PRIs, and technical agencies when required.
• Support capacity building sessions for field teams, CRPs, and community institutions on water resource management.
• Ensure proper documentation, data reporting & process documentation, Showcasing the success story, and maintenance of technical records etc.
• Use GIS and other tools for data analysis, mapping, and monitoring.
• Conduct periodic field visits to assess progress and ensure adherence to technical standards.
• Conduct the Hydrogeological study through engaging external agency
• Take lead to planning and execution of Village water security plan preparation
• Support to identification of sites where rain gauge will be installed
• Support to identification of sites where rain gauge will be installed
QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS REQUIRED:
• Bachelor’s degree in Hydrology / Geology / Hydrogeology / Water Resources Engineering / Civil Engineering / Environmental Engineering or related discipline.
• Master’s degree in Hydrology / Water Resources / Hydrogeology will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge of groundwater science, aquifer systems, and watershed management is essential.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in water resource management, Hydro Geology, watershed development, or groundwater based projects.
• Experience in designing water recharge structures, watershed interventions, and hydrological studies.
• Experience working with government departments, NGOs, or consulting firms in the water resource or environmental sector is desirable.
• Prior field experience in rural or semi urban contexts will be preferred.
• Strong technical understanding of hydrology, IWRM, and groundwater systems.
• Ability to prepare DPRs, technical reports, and engineering drawings.
• Proficiency in GIS tools (QGIS/ArcGIS), AutoCAD, or similar software.
• Good analytical, problem solving, and project planning skills.
• Ability to coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and community institutions.
• Strong documentation and reporting abilities.
• Proficiency in Bengali (speaking, reading & writing) is essential for community and government coordination.
• Working knowledge of English for technical documentation and reporting.
• Knowledge of local dialects of the project area will be an advantage.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
• Comfortable with extensive fieldwork and site supervision.
• Willingness to travel frequently to project sites.
• Ability to work independently and meet project deadlines.
• Commitment to sustainable water management and community focused development.
• He/ She should have their own vehicle
BEHAVIORS AND COMPETENCIES:
Connect to Mission – Embrace the Water For People mission and work to align tasks to support mission; align own behavior with the needs or priorities of the organization and demonstrate commitment to the mission; show respect and composure, publicly admit mistakes and commit to learn
Manage through Ambiguity – Deal comfortably with uncertainty; effectively cope with change; can decide and act without having the total picture; balance thinking with action
Demonstrate Cultural Awareness – Understand and value different perspectives while looking for the common ground; recognize and respect diversity through words and actions; effectively interact, work, and develop relationships with people of various cultural backgrounds
Action-oriented – Set priorities and take action; have an unwavering commitment to delivering quality work products; recognize needs or opportunities to act; maintain an attitude of open, curious and proactive learning, continually expanding own area of understanding and expertise
Sense of Team – Create partnerships and effective working teams; consciously use the informal structures, dynamics and culture of an organization to get things done; actively share and seek input in decision-making from appropriate sources; show others how their objectives align with own, getting past individual bias; invest in building relationships with others
Note: This job description outlines the primary responsibilities and qualifications for the role, but it is not an exhaustive list. Your manager may assign additional duties as needed to support the success of the organization or the success of this position.
Water For People is committed to protecting children encountered during our work and by our employees, preventing sexual abuse and exploitation of all individuals with a particular focus on women and children and other marginalized communities in the performance of our work, preventing human trafficking in the performance of our work and in our supply chain and to having a drug-free workplace. During the recruitment processes, additional documentation will be requested to comply with our policies and in accordance with the legal requirements in your country of residency, this includes a background check. If you apply for employment, we want you to be aware of our recruitment, selection and hiring processes including important policies regarding employee conduct.
Water For People is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to creating a culture of justice, equity, diversity and inclusion in our workplace. Water For People strives to create and maintain a level of diversity that reflects the communities we serve. Achieving this—regardless of race, ethnicity, ancestry, tribal affiliation, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, veteran status, disability, socioeconomic class, educational attainment, Parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, marital status or other social identities is critical to our ability to have a world where every person has access to reliable and safe water and sanitation services.
Our commitment ensures that we:
• Have a different array of thinking that comes from diverse backgrounds and cultures, enabling us to solve some of the world’s greatest challenges.
• Strive for a culture of inclusion and belonging by treating each other with dignity, respect, and appreciation enabling us to feel welcome, supported, and valued.
• Effectively connect, communicate, and build long-lasting relationships with stakeholders within our diverse communities.
• Have diversity of thought, perspectives, backgrounds, identities, and talents that will support our mission to develop high-quality drinking water and sanitation services are available to Everyone Forever.
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