Hydrologist and Public Health Specialist

4 weeks ago


Toronto, Ontario, Canada Medecins Sans Frontieres Full time
Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Hydrologist and Public Health Specialist to join our team at Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF).

About the Role

This challenging position involves preventing and controlling diseases transmitted by contaminated water or poor sanitation and hygiene. You will be responsible for maintaining a reliable water supply, constructing or upgrading sanitary facilities, and promoting hygiene practices.

Your job will require you to work closely with medical and non-medical staff on the project team. This includes training and supervising other team members. A strong emphasis is placed on adapting to changing situations and demonstrating flexibility in your behavior.

Key Responsibilities
  • Maintain a reliable water supply for healthcare facilities and surrounding communities
  • Construct or upgrade sanitary facilities, ensuring proper waste management and disposal
  • Organize and promote hygiene practices among staff and local populations
  • Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to achieve project objectives
Requirements

To succeed in this role, you will need:

  • A technical degree in civil, geological, mechanical, or environmental engineering, with a focus on surface water, underground water, treatment, distribution, and discharge
  • At least two years of relevant post-qualification work experience
  • Proven ability to manage and train staff in multicultural teams
  • Excellent command of English, as well as proficiency in French (level B2) or another language such as Arabic or Spanish
Competencies

The ideal candidate should demonstrate the following competencies:

  • Behavioral flexibility: adaptability and ability to adjust behavior according to the situation
  • Teamwork and cooperation: effective communication and collaboration with team members and stakeholders
  • Result and quality orientation: commitment to achieving project objectives while preserving established standards
  • Commitment to MSF principles: understanding and acceptance of MSF's core values and principles
  • People management: ability to provide feedback, set limits, and motivate team members
  • Cross-cultural awareness: ability to interact effectively with diverse cultures and backgrounds
  • Stress management: ability to manage personal stress and maintain composure under pressure
  • Understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion: knowledge of EDI concepts and their application in a humanitarian context
Compensation

The estimated salary for this position is $60,000 - $80,000 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience.



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