Nepal Development Research Institute Vacancy for Research Associate

Research Associate (Water Resources)

NDRI is an independent, non-profit institution, a leading think tank in Nepal dedicated to address the contemporary and emerging challenges through quality research for evidence-based policy and programming. Established in 2004, NDRI comprises of an interdisciplinary team of experts with highest academic standings, and wealth of national and international experiences. NDRI focuses on creating opportunities for research, dialogue and collaboration.

NDRI works on 4 thematic areas: (i) Livelihood and Food Security; (ii) Water and Climate; (iii) Health, Education, and Environment; and (iv) Economic Growth and Development and 2 cross-cutting areas: (a) Disaster Risk Management and (b) Gender Equality and Social Inclusion.

As a part of the NDRI’s Water and Climate Program team, the incumbent will work under the direct guidance of the Water and Climate Program Lead, and general supervision of the Executive Director. S/he will to be stationed at NDRI office located at Sanepa, Lalitpur, Nepal, but may require to travel frequently to the study/project locations. Initial contract will be for one year, including two-month probation period, with the possibility of annual extension depending on candidate’s performance and availability of funds.

The applicants are required to submit the application documents via this Google form no later than 6 November 2024, Wednesday before 5:00 pm Nepal Standard Time.

Required Qualification and Experience

• Master’s degree in water resources engineering, hydrology or related field
• Good background and interest in hydrological and hydraulic modeling, and climate data analysis
• Proficient and experience in using one or more computer programming languages like Python, JavaScript, MatLab, or R and handling large datasets
• Demonstrated skills and experience in GIS and Remote Sensing
• Pleasant personality and team worker with good command of both English and Nepali languages

Detailed Terms of Reference (ToR) can be downloaded here:

Note:

• Application via email and/or hardcopy will not be entertained. Above Google Form should be used for submission.
• Multiple submission of documents will be disqualified.
• Please clearly mention the position in the subject of the Cover letter as ‘Application for the Post of Research Associate (Water Resources)’
• Cover Letter should be     o Signed with contact details
  o Addressed to the Executive Director of NDRI
  o Provided with an expected salary
• Shortlisted candidates will be informed for further assessment and interview