Specific Duties
Provide strategic leadership and management to the WRM team
Provide guidance and ensure timely & quality delivery of the WRM component by Sub Grantees in the program
Develop innovative approaches to water resources management & conservation financing including Payment for Ecosystem Services (PES) and other private sector financing models
Develop strategies for watershed operations to meet water supply and conservation goals or to ensure regulatory compliance with clean water laws or regulations.
Strengthen the human and institutional capacity of national and county governments in developing and implementing water resource management and allocation plans at the local/regional level
Take lead in reporting, documentation and development of knowledge management products for the Water Resource Management Component.
Support capacity building of key stakeholders on water resource management at both national and target counties.
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Education & Experience:
Master’s degree in water resources management, environmental science or engineering, natural resources management or other relevant fields
At least 7 years or more experience in project origination, development, and management and/or financing with specific emphasis on water resources management
Good understanding of the institutional framework for Water Resources Management and Water Services
Experience engaging with governments, government institutions, private sector actors, civil society organizations and communities including Water Resources Users Group
Strong written and oral communication, supervision, and excellent interpersonal skills
Proficiency in Microsoft office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power point).

Method of Application
If you are interested and meet the above qualifications, please apply by sending your CV with a cover letter indicating the names of at least three referees indicating the position title in the subject line to vacancy@kenyamarkets.org.
The deadline for receiving applications is October 22, 2021.