Senior Program Officer Ottawa, Canada

The International Development Research Centre (IDRC) is seeking a dynamic professional.

Senior Program Officer
Ottawa, Canada

The Climate Change and Water program aims to improve climate change adaptation efforts in the water sector that will increase the resilience of vulnerable populations. Our goal is to minimize the impact of climate change on the availability and quality of water required by vulnerable people.

As a Senior Program Officer, reporting to the Program Leader you will identify critical research issues and develop programming related to the impacts of climate change on water availability and quality in developing countries. You will also take the lead in designing, managing, monitoring and evaluating a portfolio of research projects led primarily by developing country researchers.

If you are interested in a career with a lasting impact, we invite you to join our team of talented and motivated professionals operating in a stimulating, multicultural, learning environment

Application Deadline: July 23, 2012.

For more information about this opportunity and how to apply, visit our website at www.idrc.ca/careers.

IDRC encourages applications from qualified women, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities.