Water Specialist

World Bank Group - WBG | Staff |
Closing: 11 Jan 2026 3 days remaining
Location: Porto-Novo, Benin; Cotonou, Benin

Overview

The Water Specialist will contribute to the World Bank's financing of water development through projects, policy lending, and technical assistance. The role focuses on sustaining water resources, delivering services, and building resilience.


Tasks Summary
  • Develop strategies, plans, and policies related to water resources.
  • Implement and prepare water projects.
  • Conduct institutional and analytical work.
  • Monitor and evaluate water-related activities.

Experience Requirements

At least 5 years of work experience in water resources, hydrology, hydraulics, sanitation, environment, civil engineering, or irrigation, with a focus on water supply and sanitation and water resources management. Demonstrated knowledge and experience in water supply and sanitation service delivery and water resources management, including infrastructure development, utility/institutional reform, public/private partnerships, sector coordination and policy dialogue, private sector participation, pro-poor strategy, and program development.


Qualification Requirements

A Master’s degree in water resources, hydrology, hydraulics, sanitation, environment, civil engineering, irrigation, or a related discipline with a focus on water supply and sanitation and water resources management.

Other Details

Languages Required: French/English

Languages Preferred: French/English

Contract Duration: 2 years 0 months

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