Job description
Conducting inspections of potential water polluting activities; Operation and maintenance of water pollution investigation tools and other related equipment; Advising RWB on appropriate equipment to acquire in order to complement and improve existing water pollution investigation efforts; Development and update of water pollution investigation procedures, checklists and characterization; Collection of samples from water bodies, soil and discharges for field and laboratory analysis to determine water quality compliance and document findings; Investigation of complaints pertaining to suspected water pollution from point sources, nonpoint sources, or regulated facilities; Contribution to the development and implementation of field water pollution investigation plans and roadmap; Determination of the intervals and appropriate sites for sampling, records pertinent data concerning relevant factors and interprets data collected; Preparation of investigation reports on water pollution issues identified and provision of recommendations to address those issues; Follow up on reported investigation findings and recommendations to ensure issues identified are being addressed; Works closely with enforcement and regulatory institutions in all activities related to Water Pollution Investigation; Update and maintenance of physical and electronic files and reports regarding water pollution investigation activities and findings. Regular updates of water portal tool box related to water pollution; Perform any other duties assigned by supervisors
Job profile
Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Chemistry,Bachelor’s Degree in water resources management,Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science,Bachelor’s Degree in Ecology and Natural Resource Management , , Integrity,Creativity/innovation,Inclusiveness,Accountability,Communication,Teamwork,Client/citizen focus,Professionalism,Commitment to continuous learning,Resource management skills,Analytical skills,Problem solving skills,Decision making skills,Networking skills,Leadership skills,Mentoring and coaching skills,Time management skills,Risk management skills,Performance management skills,Results oriented,Digital literacy skills,Knowledge of substantive law and legal procedures,Fluency in Kinyarwanda, English and/or French. Knowledge of all is an added advantage.,Knowledge in contract drafting and negotiation,Knowledge in legal research and analysis in various areas of law,Fluency in English, Kinyarwanda and/or French. Knowledge of all is an added advantage,Knowledge on water quality parameters, effects and standards,Knowledge in environmental chemistry and water pollution investigation,Comprehensive knowledge on water quality parameters and effects,Understanding of environment system,Knowledge in international standards of environmental regulation