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About the Organisation
The Rwanda Water Resources Board (RWB) is a government institution mandated to ensure the sustainable management, protection, development, and utilization of Rwanda’s water resources. RWB develops and implements national policies and strategies to address water-related challenges and promote resilience in water management systems.
Infrastructure Flood Specialist Team Leader job at Rwanda Water Resources Board (RWB) | Apply Now
Kigali, Rwanda
Are you looking for Engineering jobs in Rwanda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Infrastructure Flood Specialist Team Leader job at Rwanda Water Resources Board (RWB)
Full Time
Deadline:
15 Jul 2025
Job Title
Infrastructure Flood Specialist Team Leader job at Rwanda Water Resources Board (RWB)
Rwanda Water Resources Board (RWB)
Job Description
The Infrastructure Flood Specialist Team Leader will lead the planning and implementation of flood and stormwater management strategies. This includes developing flood hazard maps, engineering designs for flood control, and infrastructure guidelines. The incumbent will oversee coordination with road and urban development sectors, promote integration of green infrastructure, lead emergency response and inspections, ensure compliance with flood standards, and support institutional frameworks to enhance flood resilience. The role will also involve capacity-building, technical reviews, stakeholder engagement, and preparation of regular progress reports.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.
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How to Apply
Coordinate development of flood management and stormwater master plans
Lead design and implementation of both structural and non-structural flood mitigation solutions
Develop flood hazard maps and conduct inspections of flood infrastructure
Supervise emergency flood maintenance and risk mitigation actions
Provide technical input and approve final flood infrastructure designs
Promote nature-based and climate-resilient solutions
Align road development with flood risk considerations
Work closely with internal and external partners to ensure cross-sector coordination
Review and enforce compliance with flood management standards and manuals
Oversee project feasibility studies, budgeting, and technical designs
Propose revitalization measures for natural drainage systems
Lead the development of flood forecasting and early warning systems
Provide technical support to engineers and technicians
Develop policies and maintenance plans for flood control structures
Monitor implementation progress and report to the Division Manager
Perform any other duties as assigned
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Education:
Master’s Degree in Hydraulic Engineering or Structural Engineering with at least 3 years of relevant experience
OR Bachelor’s Degree in Hydraulic Engineering or Structural Engineering with at least 5 years of relevant experience
Key Competencies and Technical Skills:
Strong integrity and ethical standards
Proven critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
Knowledge of flood risk assessment and engineering design principles
Ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with diverse stakeholders
Strong leadership and coordination skills
Familiarity with policy and guideline development
Excellent communication and report-writing skills
