Hydromet, Climate Data and Earth Observation Integration Expert (IE2) – Cambodia

Aninver Development Partners SL (www.aninver.com) is looking for a Hydromet, Climate Data and Earth Observation Integration Expert (IE2) for a consultancy assignment financed by United Nations Secretariat in Cambodia.

Aninver Development Partners SL is currently preparing a proposal for a consulting assignment funded by the United Nations Secretariat in Cambodia. The overarching initiative aims to strengthen climate-resilient planning within a transboundary river basin by upgrading and operationalising an advanced Decision Support System (DSS) tailored for integrated Water-Energy-Food (WEF) nexus management.

To successfully deliver this assignment, we are seeking a qualified Hydromet, Climate Data and Earth Observation Integration Expert (IE2). The successful candidate will play a critical role in integrating hydrometeorological, climate, and Earth Observation data into decision-support platforms to support flood and drought monitoring, forecasting, and comprehensive climate risk assessments.

Aninver is preparing a proposal for this assignment. The selected expert will be part of the proposed team; the engagement is conditional on the contract being awarded to Aninver. The full Terms of Reference for the position are shared with shortlisted candidates.

Objectives of the assignment

• Upgrade and operationalise the climate-resilient Decision Support System (DSS) for integrated Water-Energy-Food (WEF) nexus planning in the target river basin in Cambodia.
• Assess technical baselines and enhance DSS functionality through advanced climate scenarios and data integration.
• Deliver structured capacity building and training programs for national stakeholders and relevant authorities.
• Contribute to the development of an implementation roadmap, sustainability financing strategy, and a scale-up project concept note.

Scope of work

• Assessing technical baselines related to hydrometeorological and climate data systems.
• Upgrading DSS functionality with climate scenarios and Earth Observation data integration.
• Collaborating closely with the national committee and relevant stakeholders to ensure seamless platform integration.
• Delivering structured capacity building and technical training sessions for local counterparts.
• Contributing to the formulation of an implementation roadmap and sustainability financing strategies.
• Supporting the drafting of scale-up project concept notes based on operational findings.

Your role as Hydromet, Climate Data and Earth Observation Integration Expert (IE2)

• Lead the technical integration of hydrometeorological, climate, and Earth Observation data into the decision-support platform.
• Process and analyze complex climate data to support flood and drought monitoring and forecasting.
• Conduct climate risk assessments within the framework of integrated water-energy-food nexus planning.
• Collaborate with the information systems team to upgrade DSS architecture and functionality.
• Provide technical inputs for baseline assessments and the integration of diverse climate scenarios.
• Design and deliver structured capacity-building activities and technical training for local stakeholders.
• Contribute expert sections to project reports, implementation roadmaps, and scale-up concept notes.

Requirements

• Education: Master's degree in Hydrology, Meteorology, Climate Science, Water Resources Engineering, Remote Sensing, or a related technical field
• Minimum 7 years of professional experience in hydrometeorological systems, climate data processing, and/or EO applications for flood and drought monitoring, forecasting, and climate risk assessment
• Languages: Strong analytical writing and communication skills in English

Desirable

• Previous professional experience working on assignments funded by the United Nations or international development agencies.
• Familiarity with the water-energy-food nexus and transboundary river basin management in Southeast Asia.

An experienced hydrometeorology and climate data specialist with a strong background in Earth Observation applications and decision support systems, eager to contribute to climate resilience in Cambodia.

Assignment details

• Location: Cambodia
• Financed by: United Nations Secretariat
• Estimated duration: 15 months
• Contract: individual consultancy (conditional on award)

About Aninver Development Partners

Aninver is an international development consulting firm headquartered in Spain. It supports governments, development banks, UN agencies and bilateral donors with feasibility studies, technical assistance, evaluations and capacity building across Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, Europe, the Caucasus, Central Asia and Asia-Pacific, working with a network of international and national experts.

Why apply

• Join a multidisciplinary team on a United Nations Secretariat-financed project in Cambodia.
• Individual consultancy: flexible, output-based engagement with an experienced proposal team.
• Your CV stays in Aninver's expert network for future assignments that match your profile.

How to apply

Sign in (or create a free account) and upload your CV in English. Add your LinkedIn profile, indicative daily rate and availability to speed up the assessment. Aninver will contact the shortlisted candidates.

Frequently asked questions

Is the position confirmed? The engagement depends on the contract being awarded to Aninver. Shortlisted experts are included in the proposal with their consent.

Can I apply if I am not based in the country? Yes, unless the requirements say otherwise; relevant regional experience is an asset.

What happens with my CV? It is used to assess your fit for this and future positions and is not shared with third parties without your consent.