Field Hydrogeologist at Innovation Africa (iA) Tanzania

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Field Hydrogeologist

Field Hydrogeologist at Innovation Africa (iA) Tanzania November 2024

Seeking a Hard-Working, Dedicated Problem-Solver Field Hydrogeologist in Tanzania Innovation: Africa
Background
Innovation:
Africa (iA) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization whose team of
dedicated problem solvers work together to bring solar and water
technologies to rural communities in Africa in need of 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 1000 solar, water,
and agricultural projects, providing light, clean water, food and proper
medical care to nearly 5.2 million people in Ethiopia, Tanzania,
Malawi, South Africa, Uganda, Cameroon, Senegal and the Democratic
Republic of Congo.

Job Summary
We are seeking a highly
trained and qualified individual to join our Tanzania team as a Field
Hydrogeologist to work in Kondoa district, within the Dodoma Region of
Tanzania. This position is under the supervision of the local Project
Manager and is responsible for overseeing geophysical surveys and
drilling of boreholes, assisting with technical implementation of iA
solar water pumping systems, liaising with local contractors and
in-house engineers, and providing technical support in all projects.

The
Field Hydrogeologist will also be responsible for all iA field
activities, including identifying and selecting the beneficiaries of our
projects, actively engaging in community mobilization and
sensitization, establishing and maintaining regular communication with
the communities we serve, implementing project-related activities,
providing regular reports, and monitoring projects. As this is
predominantly in-the-field work, candidates should expect frequent
travel to the field to identify new projects, oversee the implementation
of ongoing projects, and monitor completed projects.

Reports To
Country Manager in Tanzania & Country Director in Israel
Responsibilities

• Supervise
  geophysical surveys, borehole drilling, borehole development, borehole
  installation, pumping tests, and water quality field sampling
• Review reports, analyze data, provide recommendations
• Work closely with local contractors
• Independently
  assess needs for maintenance work (post-installation) in projects where
  a malfunction exists, and provide sustainable solutions
• Maintain regular contact with Innovation: Africa’s engineers in Israel to successfully implement and monitor projects
• Conduct technical trainings to iA beneficiaries on water management for domestic and agricultural use
• Support
  field teams in conducting effective sensitization to all iA water
  beneficiaries, including the establishment of project steering
  committees
• Support the Project Manager in managing relationships with municipal officers, local leaders, and international stakeholders
• Send
  daily updates and regular progress reports to international management
  team regarding prospective projects, construction and implementation of
  current projects, and monitor existing projects

Qualifications
The
ideal candidate is a dedicated team-player with strong interpersonal
skills and a background in hydrogeology and borehole drilling.
Applicants must have competitive experience in community development and
mobilization, as well as experience working with international
stakeholders. The candidate must demonstrate a proven passion for
working with the community and possess a strong orientation to details
as well as problem-solving skills.

Compensation
Commensurate with experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or professional diploma in Hydrogeology or a closely related field
• Master’s Degree an advantage
• At least 3 years experience supervising geophysical surveys and borehole drilling
• Experience working for an NGO and/or community development projects
• Technologically oriented with excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Google Earth and Microsoft Office software
• Driver’s license and off road driving experience
• Ability to commit to flexible working hours, including weekends
• High proficiency in English and Swahili; both writing and speaking
• Ability to relocate to Dodoma Region in Tanzania

As
an international organization, our team works in New York, Israel, and
Africa, and is constantly on the move. To maintain close contact despite
our travel schedules, we regularly use technology solutions, such as
WhatsApp and Skype. The ideal candidate thrives in this type of
fast-paced environment and is comfortable working with colleagues in
different time zones and continents.

Application Instructions
Please send your cover letter and CV as a single PDF attachment to tz.hydro@innovation-africa.odoo.com
The
file name should be saved as your full name and please specify which
job position you are applying for in the subject line of the email.
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