Senior Program Officer _ Water Stewardship Program (WWF)

WWF-Viet Nam was one of the first International non-government organizations working in Viet Nam. In 1985, WWF-Viet Nam began working on a national conservation strategy and since then has worked closely with the Vietnamese Government on a diverse range of environmental issues and implemented field activities across the country. Find out more at http://vietnam.panda.org/. WWF-Viet Nam recognizes that its employees are its most important asset. A competent workforce, thoroughly trained, properly motivated and bound together by mutual trust and common We are looking for 01 committed, result-driven candidate for the position of Senior Program Officer, Water Stewardship Program, based in Ho Chi Minh City.

Position title: Senior Program Officer, Water Stewardship Program
Reports to: Water Stewardship Program Manager, WWF-Vietnam
Supervises: Freshwater Lead as required
Location: Ho Chi Minh city office, with frequent travel to project sites in the Dong Nai and Mekong river basin
Time: From Sep 2024 to Jun 2028
Deadline: 19/8/2024

MAJOR FUNCTIONS:

The Senior Program Officer (SPO) will focus on leading technical aspects for water smart practices at industrial utilities and agricultural farm sites, water conservation measures at basin level, working with community for better water access and hygiene.
The incumbent will support program management works, including technical implementing, review, budgeting, planning, management, monitoring and reporting, in order to achieve project’s goals and targets, ensure all activities are in compliance with the project document and WWF’s contractual obligations, and donor’s requirements.

MAJOR DUTIES AND REPONSIBILITIES:

Project Planning, Implementing and Reporting

Take responsibility for the detailed planning, implementation and monitoring of activities within the Water Stewardship program in Mekong and Dong Nai basin,
Be responsible for drafting and revision of the Project’s work plan, prepare sixmonthly/end-year progress reports (TPR) as well as the update of WWF monitoring system in Project performance tracking (PPT) including monitor and update the project’s budget, advise/assist on the spending of the budgets and in the revision of project’s budget if any,
Be responsible for supporting the Program Manager (PM) in maintaining good collaboration with target businesses, community and other related stakeholders for smooth implemention of program activities.
Support in preparation, design and implementation of technical surveys and studies including TOR and bidding procedure if required.

Water smart (water stewardship) practices for industrial and aquaculture sites

Brainstorm and coordinate technical aspects of water, energy and chemical related improvements for textile and aquaculture sites and industrial parks.
Conducts data gathering, analysis and technical advice for enterprises and farms on water smart and circular solutions, aim at building the case of bankable water smart cases for upscaling to sector level.

Collective water governance at basin level

Coordinate the consultant works, community activities for the water governance platform and/or forums at basin level
Coordinate technical aspects of research, identification and implementation of naturebased solutions, ecosystem restoration, water and hygiene (WASH) activities for target areas in Mekong and Dong Nai basins

Representation, Communication, Networking

Provide support to the development of press release/conference on results of the project and to develop and maintain related sections on the WWF website/news
Represent Water Stewardship program or/and Freshwater Practices in relevant national and international meetings, conferences and workshops as appropriate.
Perform other duties as required.

PROFILE

Required Qualifications

Bachelors degree in a related field such as natural resources management, environmental science, ecology, law, business, international development is required. Graduate degree will be favorably considered.
At least 03 years of practical experience as Project Officer or Senior Programme Officer.
Good understanding and experience in sustainable production in manufacturing industry and agriculture.
Experience of working with CSOs, local Government officials, and local communities.
Familiarity with the project area and local context will be an asset.
Experience of working INGOs or bilateral development agencies is an advantage.
Knowledge of aquaculture, agriculture, basin conservation, environment, and natural resource management issues in Viet Nam, especially in related fields.
Working knowledge of policy/institutional context in related field in Viet Nam.
Knowledge of M&E methodology, quality assurance.
Knowledge of WWF’s PPMS is an advantage.

Required Skills and Competencies

Fluency in written and spoken English.
Good reporting writing, research, and communication skills.
Good planning, organization, time management, facilitation, and coordination skills.
Good using Microsoft office and IT common platforms.
Networking and Teamwork skills.
Willing to learn attitude.
Can-do attitude, result-oriented and open mind-set.
Identifies and aligns with the core values of the WWF organization: Courage, Collaboration, Respect & Integrity.
Adheres to WWF’s brand values, which are: Knowledgeable, Optimistic, Determined, and Engaging;

HOW TO APPLY

The detailed JDs are attached to this mail. Send us your curriculum vitae & cover letter in English, naming each file: “Fullname - CV/CL”.
Please send your applications to recruitment.vn@wwf.org.vn stating in the subject line: SPO WSP – Fullname