Local recruitment: Junior Technical Officer - Water Management via DevNetJobsIndia

Wetlands International South Asia seeks applications for the position of Junior Technical Officer –Water Management

Wetlands International South Asia is a leading non-profit organisation dedicated to the conservation and wise use of wetlands in the South Asia region. For more information, please visit: https://south-asia.wetlands.org/

Wetlands International South Asia office seeks a Junior Technical Officer- Water Management to support the development of the organisation’s portfolio on water management for wetlands conservation.

This is a full-time position based in New Delhi.

Job Purpose

The incumbent will work primarily for the project “Identification and Conservation of Important Wetlands along the Central Asian Flyway” and related initiatives of Wetlands International South Asia, with a primary focus on hydrology and water resources. Responsibilities include hydrological and catchment-scale assessments, analysis and modelling of wetland–catchment interactions, and evaluation of climate and land-use impacts on wetland dynamics. The role involves integrating hydrological insights into site prioritisation and management planning, engaging with stakeholders, delivering capacity-building programmes, and contributing to technical reports, knowledge products, and project concepts in wetland management.

Roles and responsibilities

• Design and implement hydrological and water quality monitoring programmes at demonstration sites, including in-situ measurements, sampling, laboratory analysis, and interpretation of physico-chemical and biological parameters to evaluate wetland condition and management effectiveness
• Lead the development, validation, and application of hydrological and water quality assessment tools, modelling frameworks, and decision-support systems for wetland management
• Formulate and review concept notes and project proposals addressing wetlands hydrology, hydro-ecological processes, and integrated water resources management
• Strengthen the technical capacity of wetland managers and stakeholders in hydrological and water quality assessment methodologies, and in integrating wetlands into basin-scale water resources planning and policy
• Coordinate the preparation, execution, and monitoring of operational plans in collaboration with partner institutions, ensuring technical rigour and alignment with project objectives
• Provide scientific inputs to policy and advocacy initiatives related to wetlands hydrology, water quality, and climate change adaptation
• Develop and implement targeted communication and outreach strategies to disseminate scientific findings on wetland–hydrology–climate linkages
• Prepare peer-reviewed scientific papers, technical reports, and data-driven recommendations for wetland conservation and management.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential qualifications

• Master’s degree in Hydrology, Water Resources Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Aquatic Ecology, or a closely related discipline with a strong hydrological component
• Proficiency in hydrological and hydro-ecological assessments, including wetland-catchment water balance, flow modelling, and hydrodynamic analysis
• Demonstrated skills in water quality monitoring, including sampling design, analysis of physico-chemical and biological parameters, and interpretation of results
• Competence in GIS and remote sensing applications for hydrology and wetland assessment.
• Familiarity with hydrological modelling software (e.g., SWAT, MIKE SHE, HEC-HMS, WEAP) and statistical analysis tools (e.g., R, Python, or similar)
• Strong technical writing and scientific reporting skills
• Minimum of 6 months of relevant professional experience in hydrology, water quality monitoring, or wetland/aquatic ecosystem management
• Proven track record in designing and implementing field monitoring programmes for hydrology and water quality
• Experience in integrating field data with modelling outputs to support management planning and decision-making
• Engagement with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders, including government agencies, research institutions, and local communities
• Experience in policy and advocacy on wetlands, water management, or climate change will be an advantage.

Desirable qualifications

• Knowledge of wetland biodiversity and migratory waterbirds
• Familiarity with Ramsar Convention, CMS, and related national wetland policies
• Experience linking hydrology with ecosystem service assessments and management planning
• Skills in advanced spatial analysis, hydrological–hydrodynamic modelling, and climate scenario integration
• Proven ability to design and deliver technical capacity-building programmes
• Track record of translating scientific outputs into policy-relevant recommendations
• Publications in hydrology, wetland science, or aquatic ecosystem management
• Experience in multi-site or transboundary wetland conservation projects.

Remuneration

The incumbent will be placed in Grade 3 of the salary scale, with an annual gross remuneration of Rs. 7 lakhs with all perks.

Application process

Interested candidates may send their detailed resume along with a cover letter to recruitment@wi-sa.org by September 28^th, 2025, with ‘Application: Junior Technical Officer – Water Management in the subject line. The resume should provide information on the candidate’s ability to meet the mentioned qualifications and experience, and perform the tasks described above. 

Job Email ID: recruitment(at)wi-sa.org