Water Quality Specialist

• B. Sc./M.Sc. in science-related discipline such as Environmental Sciences, Hydrology, (Geo/Bio) Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology or Public Health
  
• Advanced knowledge of water quality control and quality assurance principles and practices
  
• Advanced knowledge of environmental regulations, health & safety regulations, water industry and technologies
  
• Knowledge of general principles and procedures of water treatment and distribution
  
• Experience working in or with water testing laboratories
  
• Experience with field laboratory equipment and field sampling
  
• Proficiency in data science and using Microsoft Excel
  
• Driver’s license and of-road driving experience
  
• Ability to commit to flexible working hours
  
• Strong organizational skills – ability to multi-task and keep track of the water quality status and results for dozens of projects at once
  
• Strong communication skills, a team player
  
• High proficiency in English; both writing and speaking is a must and regional dialects in any two or three of such languages in the areas that we serve will be an added advantage
  

How to Apply:

Please send your cover letter and CV as a single PDF attachment to [email protected]

Please make the file name your full name and please specify which job position you are applying for in the subject line of the email.

• B. Sc./M.Sc. in science-related discipline such as Environmental Sciences, Hydrology, (Geo/Bio) Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology or Public Health
  
• Advanced knowledge of water quality control and quality assurance principles and practices
  
• Advanced knowledge of environmental regulations, health & safety regulations, water industry and technologies
  
• Knowledge of general principles and procedures of water treatment and distribution
  
• Experience working in or with water testing laboratories
  
• Experience with field laboratory equipment and field sampling
  
• Proficiency in data science and using Microsoft Excel
  
• Driver’s license and of-road driving experience
  
• Ability to commit to flexible working hours
  
• Strong organizational skills – ability to multi-task and keep track of the water quality status and results for dozens of projects at once
  
• Strong communication skills, a team player
  
• High proficiency in English; both writing and speaking is a must and regional dialects in any two or three of such languages in the areas that we serve will be an added advantage
  

How to Apply:

Please send your cover letter and CV as a single PDF attachment to [email protected]

Please make the file name your full name and please specify which job position you are applying for in the subject line of the email.

• Conduct field sampling and analysis; coordinate and participate in the collection, interpretation, and evaluation of water quality data.
  
• Submitting reports and providing immediate updates to the InnoApp database
  
• Operate and troubleshoot analytical equipment and instrumentation.
  
• Assist in coordinating laboratory services, collecting and processing samples, using equipment, managing supply inventory and on-going maintenance.
  
• Research and implement applicable of-grid water treatment solutions.
  
• Understand trends and patterns and assess compliance with regulatory standards and potential risks to consumers.
  
• Visit sites of concern and carry out training of local staff on how to identify potential sources of pollution or contamination, and sources of complaints about drinking water quality.
  
• Perform administrative duties where necessary for monitoring Country Managers to ensure timely completion of workloads.
  
• Conduct community sensitization meetings when visiting the projects to ensure proper use of the system, promote WASH and support the Field Officers Department, when needed, on solving community based issues.