Senior Water Resources Professional

beBee Careers seeks a Senior Water Resources Specialist in Manila, Philippines. The role involves coordinating projects in the Agriculture, Food, Nature, and Rural Development sector, focusing on water resources management in developing countries. Candidates should have a Master's degree and at least 10 years of experience, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region. The position includes policy dialogue, project implementation, and knowledge management.
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Water Resources Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in water resources management and experience working in the Asia-Pacific region.
Job Description

The Senior Water Resources Specialist will be responsible for coordinating and communicating projects and activities within the Agriculture, Food, Nature, and Rural Development sector. This includes participating in the identification, development, implementation, and administration of loan and technical assistance projects in developing member countries.

The successful candidate will support the preparation of sector road maps, strategies, and contribute to sector assessments. They will also guide technical, institutional, and policy options in regional member countries and integrate them into ongoing and pipeline projects.
Main Responsibilities:
• Collaborate with staff at ADB Headquarters to prepare suitable designs and implementation of modernized and climate-resilient water sector projects.
• Lead policy dialogue and engage with stakeholders to discuss and develop water resource policies that align with environmental and organizational goals.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive knowledge management system to capture and share best practices and lessons learned in water resource management.
• Represent SG-AFNR in meetings and consultations with ADB stakeholders, including government counterparts and local partners.
Required Skills and Qualifications

To be considered for this position, candidates must have:
• A Master's degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering, Climate Change, Environment, or other related fields.
• At least 10 years of relevant professional experience in water resources sector, including international experience working as a water resources/related field engineer in several countries.
• Two years of relevant experience outside ADB within the past five years is required, which can include experience as an ADB-engaged consultant or contractor.
• Experience working in Asia and the Pacific Countries is an advantage, particularly in glacier-related countries.
• Strong technical skills and experience in climate change adaptation and water resources sector, including basin-wide approaches, nature-based solutions, flood risk management, and natural resources management.
Benefits

ADB offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including paid leave, medical and health benefits, life and other insurance plans, retirement plan, staff development, housing and education allowance (if applicable), and expatriate benefits (for international staff).
About Us

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is an international development finance institution headquartered in Manila, Philippines. ADB combines finance, knowledge, and partnerships to fulfill its expanded vision under its Strategy 2030, aiming to achieve a prosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific while eradicating extreme poverty.