Female Trainer (Expert in community Water Management and Sustainable Water Resource Management)

We are seeking a qualified expert/trainer to support the Water Management Committee (WMC) in Gocher, Botogah, Diamer, following the rehabilitation of a 5 km water channel aimed at improving water availability for agriculture. The selected professional will be responsible for building the capacity of the WMC to manage, operate, and maintain the channel sustainably in collaboration with the Village Organization and local community. This role focuses on enhancing community participation, institutional responsibilities, and practical skills to ensure the long-term functionality and protection of the water infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

Develop a comprehensive training plan, including agenda and methodology, in coordination with the organization. Prepare all necessary training materials such as presentations, handouts, and practical exercises tailored to the needs of the WMC members.

Conduct participatory training sessions covering community-based water resource management principles, routine operation and maintenance of water channels, equitable water distribution, and identification of minor damages such as blockages, leakages, and erosion. Facilitate practical demonstrations on cleaning, desilting, and protecting the channel from damage and encroachment.

Educate the committee on safe and efficient irrigation water use, the impacts of climate change on local water resources, and the importance of community participation and collective responsibility in maintenance activities. Train members on record-keeping and reporting procedures related to maintenance tasks.

Guide the WMC in clearly defining their roles and responsibilities for water distribution, monitoring, and coordination with the Village Organization and community stakeholders. Support the establishment of mechanisms for reporting major repair needs to relevant authorities.

Promote community ownership and accountability to ensure the sustainability of the rehabilitated water infrastructure. Coordinate with the Village Organization and project team on technical issues beyond the committee’s capacity.

Document training attendance and progress through photographic evidence and prepare a final report summarizing key observations, recommendations, and follow-up actions.

Required Qualifications

A Master’s degree in Water Resource Management, Environmental Sciences, Development Studies, Public Administration, Social Sciences, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.

At least five years of professional experience in water resource management, community-based infrastructure management, institutional development, or community capacity-building.

Proven experience in conducting community-level training on water management and irrigation systems.

Demonstrated ability to develop institutional frameworks, terms of reference for committees, and operation and maintenance mechanisms.

Practical knowledge of water channel operation, maintenance, and community-based irrigation management.

Strong facilitation, communication, and report-writing skills.

Familiarity with the local context and previous experience working in Gilgit-Baltistan or Diamer is highly desirable.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits

Experience with community-driven development projects will be an advantage.

This position offers an opportunity to contribute directly to sustainable agricultural development and community empowerment in a critical region. We are committed to equal opportunity employment and strongly encourage female candidates to apply.

Candidates will be subject to comprehensive background checks in line with our zero-tolerance policy on Sexual Exploitation and Abuse. The role requires immediate filling, and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.