Water Technical Specialist

This FAO roster will supply water specialists for assignments across Asia and the Pacific. Experts may assess water systems, review projects, advise on irrigation, hydrology and climate resilience, apply digital tools, build partner capacity and support monitoring and policy dialogue.

Department: Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific

• Conduct water-resource assessments, feasibility studies, modelling and risk analysis
• Review project documents, policies, strategies and technical studies for quality
• Advise on irrigation, hydrology, water governance, infrastructure and ecosystem restoration
• Apply GIS, remote sensing, hydroinformatics and digital water approaches
• Deliver capacity development, stakeholder consultation and institutional-strengthening support
• Contribute to monitoring, evaluation, reporting and knowledge management

• Relevant advanced degree for consultant assignments, or an eligible university or technical qualification for PSA assignments
• At least five years of water-resources-management experience
• Working knowledge of English
• Demonstrated expertise in at least one listed water discipline

• Roster for assignment-specific Consultant or Personal Services Agreement engagements across Asia and the Pacific
• No fixed duty station is identified; assignments may occur in various locations
• Knowledge of additional FAO languages may be required for individual assignments