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Programme Officer, Water Programme, Asia

Programme Officer, Water Programme, Asia 
IUCN is seeking a qualified individual to join our Water Programme Team.
The Programme Officer, Water Programme, Asia is a key member of the regional thematic programme providing technical support to the Head, Water Programme, Asia in delivering the technical program of IUCN at the regional level in Asia.
The position will focus on supporting implementation of a range of projects within Water Programm’s current project portfolio as well as working with the Water Programme Head to develop new programme opportunities across the Asian Region within the framework of the results identified within IUCN Asia’s Intercessional Programme 2009- 2012. Further the position will contribute toward the strategic growth of the Water Programme, Asia.
REQUIREMENTS
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Water and Wetlands, Natural Resources Management, or other related fields 
• At least 3 years experience in a relevant position, preferably with an International Organization, International NGO or an International Corporation 
• Experience in planning, implementation , monitoring and reporting of projects 
• Experience in writing project proposals, fundraising and in sound financial management 
• High level of computer Literacy (Standard software, Internet, E-Mail, etc.) 
• Excellent command of written and spoken English is essential 
• Ability to work effectively with diverse multicultural and multidisciplinary teams 
• Ability to cope with varied workload and flexible working hours 
• Experience in managing and maintaining websites an advantage 
• Experience in producing communication products, i.e., project newsletter, fact-sheet, brochure, leaflet, etc. for programme and project communications, an advantage
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS:  13 October 2013
Salary commensurate with experience
Applicants are requested to apply online through the HR Management System, by opening the vacancy announcement and pressing the "Apply" button.
Only short-listed candidates will be notified