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IMPORTANT: This Advertiser has requested that applicants MUST be National Residents / Valid Work Permit-holders. Other applicants need not apply.
Vacancy – Water Footprint Network
Position: Project Officer Start Date: 01 September 2013 Based in: Enschede, the Netherlands
The Water Footprint Network (WFN) is a dynamic, international, continuous learning community with hundreds of partners worldwide committed to promoting sustainable, equitable and efficient water use through the advancement of the Water Footprint. Established in 2008 with partners from academia, NGOs, international organisations and business sectors, WFN is a fast growing organization at the cutting edge of the methodology, data, tools and application of the water footprint concept and Water Footprint Assessment. Currently the Water Footprint Network is seeking a Project Officer (m/f).
Background The Water Footprint Network is the leading international organization supporting the development of the water footprint concept and the application of Water Footprint Assessment. This is a rapidly growing and innovative field which requires quick capture and dissemination of advances. As a small organization seeking to have global impact, the Water Footprint Network must facilitate international, cross-sector application of Water Footprint Assessment and engage key stakeholders – public and private – in transforming the way we use water such that it is sustainable, efficient and equitable. As a centre of excellence for the water footprint and Water Footprint Assessment, the Water Footprint Network’s work programme consists of:
The Project Officer will contribute to the delivery of the work programme as part of the WFN Team, in association with WFN partners and with lead responsibility for specific projects and initiatives. S/he will contribute to project delivery, e.g., the application of WFA in the textile or other sectors and/or catchments or river basins.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Working Relationships The Project Officer is part of the Water Footprint Network Team which works together to deliver all activities of Water Footprint Network. S/he is responsive to the Water Footprint Network Partners.
Profile For this exciting position, we are looking for an energetic, amiable person, with high professional standards who can handle technical content as well as complex relationships. S/he can inspire others to take actions in alignment with Water Footprint Network’s mission. Ideally, s/he will be able to work well with both the public and private sector due to an understanding of the environmental, social and economic perspectives of sustainable water use. By joining the Water Footprint Network Team, the candidate will be a leader in Water Footprint studies and will need to bring critical thinking, excellent people skills and enthusiasm to the position.
Qualifications:
Offer The position is offered initially for one year, with possible extension. Salary is dependent on the experience and qualifications of the candidate. The salary is based on a work week of 40 hours (1 Full Time Equivalent). Preferred start date of the job is 01 September 2013. The job will be located in Enschede, The Netherlands.
Information and applications For more information about this job offer please email info@waterfootprint.org with “Project Officer” in the subject heading. More information about the Water Footprint Network is available at www.waterfootprint.org.
Your written application, provided with a CV and three references should be submitted no later than 21 July 2013 by e-mail to info@waterfootprint.org with reference to the vacancy ‘Project Officer’.
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