Deputy Project Lead and Objective 1, Hydro Diplomacy, Lead, Blue Peace Central Asia

IUCN

Expected start date: 01 June 2025
Type of contract: Max-term (24 months with possibility of renewal)
Closing date: 30 April 2025

Background

The Blue Peace project aims to foster equitable water resource management in Central Asia to ensure sustainable socio-economic growth and regional stability. With the overarching objective of benefiting Central Asian populations through climate-resilient and sustainable water management, the project outlines three outcomes, each targeting different levels of intervention.

The project adopts a multi-level and multi-stakeholder approach. IWMI is the project lead, in partnership with IUCN and CAREC. The three objectives include:

  1. Hydro Diplomacy

  2. Small Transboundary Tributaries

  3. Capacity Building

The Deputy Project Lead / Objective 1 Lead will ensure delivery of IUCN’s outputs under Objective 1 and support the Project Team Lead. The Project Implementation Unit (PIU) is based at IWMI’s Office in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.

Job Description

Project Leadership & Coordination

  • Support the Project Team Lead in strategy, workplan, budget, and timeline oversight.

  • Provide project management leadership for Objective 1 and IUCN activities under Objective 2.

  • Liaise with project stakeholders including donors, government agencies, and regional institutions.

  • Represent IUCN at key events and meetings.

  • Ensure compliance with project deliverables and performance indicators.

  • Identify and mitigate project risks.

Project Management & Implementation

  • Lead implementation of Objective 1 in alignment with project strategy.

  • Collaborate with the Project Team Lead and Coordinator on day-to-day operations.

  • Engage with IUCN HQ and the Environmental Law Team on hydro diplomacy and transboundary issues.

Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting

  • Contribute to the M&E framework.

  • Conduct field assessments and gather stakeholder feedback.

Core Competencies

  • Transparency: Promotes informed and responsible decision-making.

  • Inclusiveness: Fosters respect for diversity and effective relations in a multicultural environment.

  • Professionalism: Upholds organizational values diligently.

  • Accountability: Takes responsibility for actions and promotes the IUCN One Programme approach.

Salary

Between EUR 44,117 and EUR 55,146 plus benefits.

Requirements

Essential:

  • Postgraduate qualifications in water resources, environmental science, governance, political science, or related fields.

  • Minimum 10 years’ experience in Central Asia.

  • Experience in climate resilience and water management projects.

  • Strong stakeholder engagement experience at all levels.

  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written skills in English and Russian.

  • Teamwork in multicultural environments.

Desirable:

  • Project Management qualification and/or experience.

  • Strong relationship-building skills with project partners and communities.

Applications

Apply online via the HR Management System at: https://www.iucn.org/involved/jobs/

You must create an account and submit your profile. Applications close at midnight Swiss time (GMT+1 / GMT+2 DST). Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

About IUCN

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