Head, Strategic, Planning and Management

Country:

International

City/Locality:

Entebbe

Notice/Contract Number:

N/A

Publication Date:

Nov 24, 2008

Deadline:

Dec 15, 2008

Funding Agency:

World Bank

Buyer:

NBI Institutional Strengthening Project (NBI-ISP)
Nile Basin Secretariat

Eligibility of Bidders:

Qualified applicants must possess a postgraduate degree in management, business, natural resources, engineering or other relevant discipline along with at least 10 years of demonstrated executive -level experience in leading and managing substantial multi-disciplined groups with a record of sound achievement. Proven capacity to take forward-looking approach and to play a catalytic role in organizational development and management of change, and capacity to work sensitively within a multicultural team is also required. Senior experience in a multi-government environment and high level experience in natural resource management, including a good understanding and working knowledge of contemporary river basin management issues coupled with integrated water resources management and associated socio-economic development is highly desired. Excellent written and spoken English and fluency with modern technology and management techniques is desired. Experience in river basin management and planning - Nile basin Experience would be highly regarded. Good capacity and relevant experience in dealing with international donors and French languages skills are also desired

Original Language:

English

Address:

Henriette Ndombe
Executive Director
Nile Basin Initiative Secretariat (Nile-SEC)
P.O. Box 192
Entebbe
Uganda

Telephone:

+256 414 321424

Fax:

+256 414 320971

Email:

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Web Site:

http://www.nilebasin.org

75100000 - Administration services

Nile Basin Initiative (NBI)
Re - Advertisement for Head, Strategic
Planning and Management Position

The Nile Basin Initiative (NBI), a regional partnership of countries of the Nile, seeks to achieve sustainable socio-economic development, build a solid foundation of trust and confidence, and fight poverty through the cooperative development and management of Nile Basin water resources. This unique Initiative offers exciting and challenging opportunities to work in a complex, multi-country environment to promote long-term economic integration, peace and prosperity in the region. Within this framework, the Nile Basin Initiative (NBI) seeks to hire The Head, Strategic Planning and Management within the Nile SEC.

Nature of Appointment: The NBI seeks a candidate who will bring the visionary, strategic leadership, high-level management experience, and diplomatic skills necessary to lead the water policy and water resource management functions of the NBI. The successful candidate will guide the participatory, sustainable development of the Nile Basin through provision of strategic analysis and strategic planning services, participatory policy formulation, sound planning for sustainable and equitable development of water and related natural resources, as well as rigorous management of Nile Basin Initiative programs.

Qualified applicants must possess a postgraduate degree in management, business, natural resources, engineering or other relevant discipline along with at least 10 years of demonstrated executive -level experience in leading and managing substantial multi-disciplined groups with a record of sound achievement. Proven capacity to take forward-looking approach and to play a catalytic role in organizational development and management of change, and capacity to work sensitively within a multicultural team is also required. Senior experience in a multi-government environment and high level experience in natural resource management, including a good understanding and working knowledge of contemporary river basin management issues coupled with integrated water resources management and associated socio-economic development is highly desired. Excellent written and spoken English and fluency with modern technology and management techniques is desired. Experience in river basin management and planning - Nile basin Experience would be highly regarded. Good capacity and relevant experience in dealing with international donors and French languages skills are also desired.

This is a Regional Position for three years, with contract renewed annually, subject to satisfactory performance and an initial 6 months probation period.

NBI offers a competitive salary package commensurate with the qualifications and relevant experience. Priority will be given to nationals originally from the Nile Basin countries, and Women candidates are encouraged to apply.

Applicants are advised to revert to: www.nilebasin.org the NBI website for further details on the vacancy announcement before applying. Deadline to apply: 15th December 2008

Interested applicants are invited to send a cover letter and curriculum vitae to the Executive Director, Nile Basin Secretariat. All applications should be sent electronically to the following Emails address:
recruitment@nilebasin.org

Note to Applicants. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. Applicants who have responded to previous advertisements need not re-submit fresh applications

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