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Hydrogeology Advisor
UNOPS
Nairobi 🇰🇪 Kenya
Posted 11 days ago (25 Aug 2026) Updated 11 days ago
How to Apply
• specialized hydrogeological expertise to critical water and sanitation infrastructure projects across the Horn of Africa. The role offers the chance to independently manage significant technical aspects, provide authoritative guidance, and contribute to sustainable environmental resource management, directly impacting community well-being and regional development within a leading UN organization
Job Description
The Hydrogeology Advisor provides expert technical guidance on groundwater modelling and hydrogeological design for water and sanitation projects. The role leads the development of data collection, modeling, and reporting processes while mentoring junior staff and ensuring sustainable resource management. It also supports decision‑making tools for optimal allocation of water resources and collaborates closely with WASH teams and stakeholders.
Qualifications & Requirements
- • Master’s degree in hydrogeology, geology, or related field (Ph.D. desirable)
- • Minimum 7 years of experience in groundwater modelling, statistical and numerical methods, and GIS
- • Proven experience in contaminant modelling, remediation, and risk assessment of water systems
- • Experience in teaching, applied research, or capacity building in hydrogeology or geology
- • Authorship of peer‑reviewed publications in international journals or conferences
- • Fluent English communication skills
Required Skills
Responsibilities
- • Provide specialist technical advice and design support in hydrogeology and applied geology
- • Guide the team in resolving geological, hydrogeological, and geomorphological challenges
- • Support sustainable groundwater resource management and environmental protection
- • Engage with WASH teams and stakeholders for data collection, modeling, and monitoring
- • Prepare accurate progress reports, risk assessments, and issue logs for senior management
- • Contribute to decision‑support systems for optimal water allocation and conservation