Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, December 06 2023, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
REF: GIZ_WARE_DA
As decentralization expert you are spearheading the cooperation with local authorities in the AWARE 2.0 project area. You are leading the implementation of activities contributing to improved capacities of decentralised authorities to plan, protect and sustainably manage water catchment ecosystems with focus on climate adaptation in the selected landscape.

Main tasks and responsibilities
• Spearhead capacity development of decentralised structures for integrated water catchment management and landscape protection
• Support to decentralised coordination mechanisms for improved integrated water catchment management and landscape protection
• Strengthen the planning and management capacities of local authorities to plan, implement and mobilize resources for integrated water catchment management and landscape protection
• Engagement for planning and implementation of restauration and protection measures
• Contribute decentralisation expertise to mandate mapping and policy recommendations on central government level
• Contribute decentralisation expertise to the development of a financing strategy for water catchment management and landscape
• Responsibility for engagement with local authorities

Qualifications and Requirements:
• Minimum of bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g. Development Studies, Geography, Urban and Regional Planning, Environmental Management/Science, etc)
• A master’s degree in relevant field will be an added advantage

Professional experience
• Minimum 5 years of experience working on the implementation of the decentralization efforts and policies by GRZ
• Demonstrable experience in working with decentralised structures including local authorities
• Demonstrable experience with decentralised planning, coordination and financing mechanisms
• Demonstrable experience in decentral stakeholder coordination and participatory planning processes
• Good understanding of Climate Change in Zambia
• Experience in working or engaging with the private sector is desirable
• Experience with landscape approaches is an asset
• Experience in working for an international organisation is an added advantage

Other knowledge and additional competences
• Self-motivated and proactive
• Ability to structure and implement processes
• Strong analytical and conceptual skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, especially when collaborating with a broad range of stakeholders
• Fluency in English, with very good writing skills
• Excellent IT skills (e.g. MS Office, online research, etc.); ability to learn new tools
• Must be a team player and is expected to work well in a multicultural and multidisciplinary environment
• Practical experience working in a politically sensitive context is an asset
The successful candidate will be expected to start employment with GIZ, on a fixed term contract.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 60

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure
Application deadline: 13th December 2023
Please understand, that we can only accept and process applications via our E-recruiting system . Applications should meet the following criteria:
• Cover letter quoting the reference: GIZ_WARE_DA must be uploaded using font type Arial, size 11. In the first paragraph, please outline your motivation for applying for the position. In the second paragraph, outline your experience in the position.
• CVs must be submitted in PDF not exceeding three (3) pages. Do not indicate your marital status, religion, political affiliation or insert your photo.
• Certificates, qualifications, etc. must not be attached to the application
• Traceable references of previous engagements must be provided.
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