Irrigation Specialist (Consultant)

Irrigation Specialist (Consultant)

Job Title: Irrigation Specialist (Consultant)

Location: Field-based (Hajr District, Hadhramaut Governorate, with presence in the main office in Aden as required)

The National Foundation for Development and Humanitarian Response (NAHR) is a local non for profit and non-governmental organization that was established in June 2012 to enhance the community participation in service provision, advocate and monitor policies, encourage women and youth participation at local and national levels, and build resilience of societies affected by natural crises or armed conflicts Our vision a world where everyone enjoys stable and sustainable living

We aim to achieve our overall vision and mission by working to enhance local communities' development and stability through identifying structural causes of poverty, raising awareness, increasing access to basic services, and focusing on building citizens' capacities, especially women and youth, to enable their participation in the decision-making process that leads to sustainable development and a peaceful society within their developing and conflict-affected countries. NAHR aims to accomplish these goals through its seven core programs: Food Security and Livelihoods (FSL); Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH); Health and Nutrition; CCCM; Education; Gender and Protection; Shelter and Non-food items (NFIs); and Peacebuilding and Governance.

In the process of recruitment, selection, and appointment, NAHR implements a range of procedures and actions, including Criminal Background Checks/ International vetting/Certificate of Good Conduct, to ensure that children and vulnerable adults are safeguarded and that abuse is prevented.

NAHR has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse. All employment offers are conditional upon the receipt of satisfactory references and the signing of our code of conduct, Safeguarding, including Criminal Background Checks/ International vetting/Certificate of Good Conduct, to ensure that children and vulnerable adults are safeguarded and that ng Policy with a particular focus on Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse and Child Safeguarding. This position will also be subject to robust reference and background screening checks.

NAHR is committed to the highest standards of openness, probity and accountability, as outlined in its own internal Code of Conduct and through signing up to the Core Humanitarian Standards. The Code of Conduct requires trustees, officers and employees to observe high standards of business and personal ethics in the conduct of their duties and responsibilities. As employees and representatives of NAHR, we must practice honesty and integrity in fulfilling our responsibilities and comply with all applicable laws, regulations and our Code of Conduct.

Under the direct supervision of the Project Manager, the Irrigation Specialist (Consultant) will lead the engineering assessment, technical design, crop water requirement calculations, Bill of Quantities (BoQs) preparation, and field supervision of pressurized/drip irrigation systems and greenhouse water supply networks for the drip irrigation farms and 100 greenhouse sites.

·        Technical Oversight of Baseline & Feasibility Assessments: Provide agricultural technical guidance and quality control to the field assessment team during baseline and needs evaluations; facilitating the selection of eligible villages for high-efficiency irrigation systems, establishment and reviewing findings to Conduct comprehensive technical assessment reports on high-efficiency irrigation systems, groundwater sources (shallow wells), and water management practices covering to ensure full technical alignment with NAHR guidelines and relevant agricultural authorities.

·        Technical verification and selection: Lead the technical verification and selection of the beneficiaries, ensuring alignment with strict vulnerability criteria and NAHR's Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP) framework.

·        Calculate Crop Water Requirements: Calculate precise Crop Water Requirements (CWR) and seasonal irrigation water demands, accounting for shallow well capacities and local hydrological conditions, and develop customized irrigation scheduling designs and water delivery protocols for targeted farms.

·        Distribution & Installation Oversight: Supervise the delivery, field installation, and proper setup of the drip irrigation systems across targeted farms in coordination with suppliers and technical teams.

·        Quality assurance: Oversee the quality assurance of the training for farmers and local technicians on drip irrigation maintenance, system operation, pipe flushing, emitter cleaning, and water conservation.

·        Technical Reporting Support: Contribute technical inputs, crop performance metrics, and field observations to compile accurate weekly, monthly, mid-term, and final reports.

·        Field Archiving & Impact Documentation: Document success stories, high-quality field photos, and human-interest case studies that illustrate the tangible impact of agricultural interventions on rural farm livelihoods.

Minimum Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Agricultural Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, Irrigation Engineering, or Civil/Hydraulic Engineering with specialization in agricultural water management.

-         At least four (4) years of practical experience in designing, implementing, and supervising modern pressurized irrigation systems (drip/micro-irrigation), farm hydrology, and agricultural water infrastructure.

-         Prior work experience in Hadhramaut Governorate or similar field locations in Yemen is highly desirable.

-         Strong track record in delivering practical, field-based training for local farmers and community groups.

-         Prior work experience in Hadhramaut Governorate or similar field locations in Yemen is highly desirable. 

-         Excellent skills in English in both written and verbal communication

-         High flexibility with excellent negotiation skills in dealing with difficult and conflict situations.

-         Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

-         Good administrative and technical skills in people management and delivery of activities in emergencies.

-         Strong ability to use computer programs including engineering software and email. 

-         Good background and clean history of corruption, violence or health problems.

-         Ability to work under pressure and long working hours in emergencies.

-         Willingness to travel and conduct extensive field visits 

               How to Apply

Candidate must rename CV (First & Surname + Position)

Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.