Director of Water Basin Management

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Mozambique.

📋 Description

• Report directly to the Director-General of the institution

• Ensure the development and coordination of the yearly activity plan

• Oversee the integrated management of water resources within the jurisdiction

• Supervise the monitoring, operation, maintenance, and utilization of hydraulic infrastructure

• Ensure the effective collection of revenue

• Manage personnel and execute the institution’s performance contract

• Organize, plan, coordinate, and oversee the activities of the Division

• Supervise and execute the Division’s activities, including the associated implementation reports

• Analyze outcomes, identify discrepancies, and implement corrective and preventive measures

• Provide guidance to the General Directorate in the relevant area of responsibility

• Contribute to the formulation of policies and strategic plans

• Manage the Organic Unit’s human, physical, and financial resources

• Perform any additional duties as mandated by law or recommended by senior management

⛳️ Requirements

• Possess a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a field pertinent to the role

• Have experience in a management position within the water resources sector

• Have a minimum of 8 years of experience in activities related to water resources management, including field experience in hydraulic infrastructure, hydrometry, and water-use registration

• Familiarity with the policies and legislation governing water resources and hydraulic works in Mozambique, including national and regional organizational and management frameworks

• Understanding of planning and support tools for water resources management, including flood forecasting instruments

• Extensive knowledge of operational water resources management, particularly in hydrometeorological monitoring, water quality, water-use registration, and water utilization

• Awareness of regulations pertaining to public institutes and relevant legislation

• Relevant expertise in hydrology

• Demonstrated experience in management, administration, and revenue collection

• Excellent communication skills; characterized by honesty, responsibility, motivation, and the ability to lead others

• Must not have been dismissed from public service

• Willingness to relocate anywhere in the country

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary package

• Opportunities for professional development and advancement

• Engaging work environment

• Contribution to important water resource management initiatives