Established in 1964, the African Development Bank is the premier pan-African development institution, promoting economic growth and social progress across the continent. There are 80 member states, including 54 in Africa (Regional Member Countries).\u00a0 The Bank\u2019s development agenda is delivering the financial and technical support for transformative projects that will significantly reduce poverty through inclusive and sustainable economic growth.\u00a0 In order to sharply focus the objectives of the Ten-Year Strategy (2013 \u2013 2022) and ensure greater developmental impact, five major areas (High 5s), all of which will accelerate our delivery for Africa, have been identified for scaling up, namely; energy, agro-business, industrialization, integration and improving the quality of life for the people of Africa.<\/p>\n
THE COMPLEX<\/strong><\/p>\n The Vice-Presidency for Regional Development, Integration and Business Delivery is responsible for operational relevance, efficiency and effectiveness of the Bank Group\u2019s operational programs, and activities.\u00a0 The Vice\u2011Presidency for Regional Development will ensure that the Bank operates successfully across its Regional Member Countries and oversee the full implementation of all aspects of the Bank\u2019s Regional Directorates.<\/p>\n Job Description<\/strong><\/p>\n Job Title:\u00a0Senior Irrigation Engineer<\/strong><\/p>\n THE HIRING DEPARTMENT\/DIVISION<\/strong><\/p>\n Within the Regional Development, Integration and Business Delivery (RDVP) Complex, the Bank has five (5) Regional Hubs, one in each region of Africa: North, South, East, West, and Central.\u00a0 Each Regional Hub is headed by a Director General (DG) and is provided with the relevant sector functions and administrative capabilities for rapid delivery of services to client countries.\u00a0 Regional Hubs provide country offices in their regions with strategic direction and are responsible for operations, business development, project management and the overall effective implementation of the Bank\u2019s High 5s, namely:\u00a0 \u201cLight up and Power Africa,\u201d \u201cFeed Africa,\u201d \u201cIndustrialize Africa,\u201d \u201cIntegrate Africa\u201d and \u201cImprove the Quality of Life for the People of Africa.\u201d<\/p>\n The Position<\/strong><\/p>\n Under the overall supervision of the Manager, Agriculture and Human Development Division (RDGW.2), the Irrigation Engineer will ensure the technical quality of the Bank\u2019s activities in support of investment operations in the agricultural water management sector. The incumbent will provide sector-specific expertise in the planning, development, structuring and financing of national and regional agricultural projects, including in irrigation and agricultural water management. She\/he will contribute to the implementation of flagship programs as required.<\/p>\n Duties and responsibilities<\/strong><\/p>\n The incumbent will:<\/p>\n 1.\u00a0 Participate actively in the strategic analysis of countries covered, identification, design, preparation, appraisal and implementation of agricultural sector projects and programs, in line with Bank Group policies and strategies;<\/p>\n 2.\u00a0 Plan, execute and supervise agricultural engineering, irrigation and agricultural water management activities throughout the project cycle;<\/p>\n 3.\u00a0 Assist member countries in project identification and preparation;<\/p>\n 4.\u00a0 Manage (including general administration) Bank Group portfolio in countries covered, in consultation with stakeholders.<\/p>\n 5.\u00a0 Manage day-to-day project and program operations entrusted to her\/him; this will include monitoring project implementation, and maintaining contact with Governments and other project implementation agencies for all project-related issues;<\/p>\n 6.\u00a0 Supervise the procurement of goods and services during project implementation to ensure interpretation and strict compliance with Bank Group rules and procedures; verify that tender documents and contracts conform with standard Bank formats, and participate with other staff in the bid review and evaluation committees for bids submitted by entrepreneurs, etc.;<\/p>\n 7.\u00a0 Ensure the establishment of effective supervision mechanisms for projects and program entrusted to him\/her;<\/p>\n 8.\u00a0 Participate in mainstreaming poverty reduction and crosscutting environmental, gender and governance issues into Bank-financed projects, consistent with its vision;<\/p>\n 9.\u00a0 Perform the role of mission member in charge of irrigation and agricultural water management at all stages of the project cycle, and coordinate the contributions of other experts in identification, preparation and appraisal reports, as well as in project planning and preparation.<\/p>\n 10.\u00a0 Maintain liaison with other bilateral and multilateral institutions involved in agricultural and\/or rural development projects;<\/p>\n 11.\u00a0 Contribute to knowledge management systems in key areas of rural poverty and prepare terms of reference for Bank-financed consultants;<\/p>\n 12.\u00a0 Contributing to work in the water sector (see Bank policies on integrated water management, agriculture and rural development).<\/p>\n Selection Criteria<\/strong><\/p>\n Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience<\/strong><\/p>\n 1.\u00a0 At least a Masters\u2019 Degree\/Specialized Graduate Studies Diploma (DESS)\/ Diploma of Advanced Studies (DEA) or equivalent degree in Irrigation, Agricultural Engineering, Water Resources Management, Water and Rural Engineering or other related fields, with a sound knowledge of development issues;<\/p>\n 2.\u00a0 At least five (5) years of relevant professional experience, including in designing rural development projects and preparing, evaluating and managing loans and grants;<\/p>\n 3.\u00a0 Demonstrated ability to interact with public service and donor agency staff on aid coordination issues as well as with the private sector;<\/p>\n 4.\u00a0 A sense of customer service to understand, and where appropriate, anticipate client needs to ensure that they receive the best possible service from the Bank;<\/p>\n 5.\u00a0 Proven ability to build and lead a team of professionals, and use the talents and expertise of team members productively;<\/p>\n 6.\u00a0 A command of standard Microsoft Office Suite software (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint); knowledge of SAP is desirable;<\/p>\n 7.\u00a0 Fluency in English and\/or French, with a good working knowledge of the other language.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Established in 1964, the African Development Bank is the premier pan-African development institution, promoting economic growth and social progress across the continent. 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