Organizational Context and Scope:
Working under the overall supervision of the Programme Coordinator (WASH) and the direct supervision of the Project Officer- (WASH), the Irrigation and Water Distribution Specialist (WASH) will support the implementation of IOM’s humanitarian assistance directly in the field.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
Technical Oversight & Planning:
- Assess and align canal pathways with the Marib Dam irrigation plan.
- Review hydrological and geophysical data to support dam operations.
- Ensure designs conform to the existing irrigation network.
Community Engagement & Conflict Resolution:
- Coordinate with tribal leaders and landowners to secure agreements.
- Mediate disputes over water allocation to ensure equitable distribution.
- Address complaints from farmers and landowners during project phases.
Capacity Building & Training:
- Train farmers on optimal irrigation practices for different crops.
- Educate communities on efficient water management and scheduling.
Reporting & Supervision:
- Prepare and submit technical reports on dam operations.
- Review field supervision reports on water distribution.
- Support the IOM WASH team in consultations and implementation.
Operational Support:
- Assist in determining the timing for opening/closing the dam’s main gate.
- Contribute to annual maintenance and budgeting for irrigation canals.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education:
- University Degree/Certificate or bachelor’s degree in a profession related to WASH.
Experience:
- Minimum two years of relevant experience in irrigation systems, dam operations, or water distribution.
- Pollution Control in Lakes and Dams.
- Dam Design and Water Structures.
- Design of Water Ponds and Reservoirs.
- Canal and Gate Maintenance.
Skills:
- Strong negotiation skills with tribal communities.
- Experience in hydrological data analysis, conflict resolution, and training farmers on irrigation practices.
- Computer Skills: MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Internet.
LANGUAGES
For this position, fluency in Arabic, is required (oral and written).
DESIRABLE
Working Knowledge of English.
Required Competencies
Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 1
- Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
- Delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
- Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
- Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.
- Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.
MANAGERIAL COMPETENCIES - Behavioural indicators – level 1
- Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization’s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.
- Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
- Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
- Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
- Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.
VALUES
- Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
- Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
- Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
- Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
- Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.