Water Quality Specialist at RWANDA WATER RESOURCES BOARD : Deadline:23/Dec/2020

Provision of technical support and day to day management of water quality monitoring effort within RWB; Ensuring that the water quality monitoring system is operated and maintained strictly following the standard operating procedures; Conducting quality assurance and quality control of water quality monitoring systems and reports; Development of project proposals related to water quality Design of the water quality monitoring network; Development and implementation of water quality monitoring plans and roadmap; Conducting water quality data analysis, technical reports and policy guidance to inform RWB and its stakeholders on water quality indicators, pollutants levels and trends; Working with the institution in charge of standards and other stakeholders to elaborate and enforce water quality related standards; Advising RWB on appropriate equipment to acquire in order to complement and improve existing water quality monitoring efforts leading to better understanding of sources and drivers of water quality status; Development of papers, briefs, insights and various reports related to water quality management; Review of studies from different economic sectors, government agencies, private sector, NGOs, etc in relation to water quality aspects; Ensuring that water quality monitoring and evaluation program activities are in line with global and national indicators set out in the planning documents; Production of water quality monitoring; monthly, quarterly and annual status reports, bulletins and atlas; Regular updates of water portal tool box related to water quality; Provision of technical guidance and advisory services related to water quality preservation; Preparation and implementation of education and public awareness programs related to water quality management; Review of studies from different economic sectors, government agencies, private sector, NGOs, etc in relation to water quality aspects; Update and maintenance of physical and electronic files and reports regarding water quality monitoring activities and findings. Perform any other duties assigned by supervisors

Master’s Degree in Environmental Sciences ,Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Chemistry,Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Chemistry,Master’s Degree in Water Resources Management,Bachelor’s Degree in water resources management,Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science,Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry,Master’s Degree in Chemistry,Bachelor’s Degree in Ecology and Natural Resource Management,Master’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,Problem solving skills,Decision making skills,Time management skills,Risk management skills,Results oriented,Knowledge of substantive law and legal procedures,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,Experience taking water quality samples,Knowledge on water quality parameters, effects and standards,Knowledge of water quality monitoring processes,Knowledge of water quality analysis