Description de l'offre
JOB ADVERT: Seeking a Full Time Water Quality Specialist for Innovation: Africa’s Garoua, Cameroon Office Background Innovation: Africa (IA) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization with a team of dedicated problem solvers with a mission to bring solutions and know-how to those in need living in rural African villages. We use solar energy to pump clean water and provide schools, orphanages and medical clinics with light and refrigeration to store vaccines and medicines. IA has completed over 700 solar and agricultural projects, providing light, clean water, and proper medical care to more than 3,5 million people in Ethiopia, Tanzania, Malawi, South Africa, eSwatini, Uganda, Cameroon, Zambia, Senegal, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Job Summary Our dynamic, growing organization seeks a Water Quality Specialist to join our team based in Garoua, Cameroon. The position entails implementing and overseeing a comprehensive water quality monitoring and treatment program for all existing and future water projects, as well as working closely with the Engineering and Africa Programs departments at headquarters in Israel. Reports To: Country Manager (Local Office), Head Water Quality Specialist (HQ) Requirements B.Sc./M.Sc. in science-related discipline such as Environmental Sciences, Hydrology, (Geo/Bio) Chemistry, Biology, or Microbiology Advanced knowledge of water quality control and quality assurance principles and practices Advanced knowledge of environmental regulations, health & safety regulations, water industry and technologies Knowledge of general principles and procedures of water treatment and distribution Experience working in or with water testing laboratories Experience with field laboratory equipment and field sampling Proficiency in data science and using Microsoft Excel Driver’s license and off-road driving experience Ability to commit to flexible working hours Strong organizational skills - ability to multi-task and keep track of the water quality status and results for dozens of projects at once Strong communication skills, a team player High proficiency in English; …