Hydrometeorological and Climate Data Expert (NE2) – Cambodia

Aninver Development Partners SL (www.aninver.com) is looking for a Hydrometeorological and Climate Data Expert (NE2) for a consultancy assignment financed by United Nations Secretariat in Cambodia.

Aninver Development Partners SL is currently preparing a proposal for an upcoming consulting assignment funded by the United Nations Secretariat in Cambodia. The project focuses on strengthening climate-resilient water-energy-food nexus decision-making through an integrated decision support system in a key transboundary river basin.

To support this initiative, we are seeking a qualified Hydrometeorological and Climate Data Expert (NE2) to join our team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in upgrading and operationalising the decision support system by integrating hydrometeorological, climate, and Earth Observation data to support sustainable regional planning.

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.
• Assess technical baselines and enhance DSS functionality with advanced climate scenarios and robust data integration.
• Ensure seamless integration of hydrometeorological, climate, and Earth Observation data into national decision-support platforms.
• Deliver structured capacity building and training programs for relevant national and regional stakeholders.

Scope of work

• Assessing technical baselines related to hydrometeorological and climate data systems.
• Upgrading DSS functionality with updated climate scenarios and multi-source data integration.
• Collaborating closely with the national river basin committee and local stakeholders.
• Delivering structured capacity building and technical training sessions.
• Supporting the development of implementation roadmaps and sustainability strategies.

Your role as Hydrometeorological and Climate Data Expert (NE2)

• Lead technical tasks related to hydrometeorological monitoring, climate data management, and forecasting support.
• Integrate climate scenarios and Earth Observation data into the decision support system architecture.
• Assess current technical baselines and identify gaps in hydrometeorological data flows.
• Provide technical inputs for upgrading DSS functionalities for water-energy-food nexus planning.
• Design and deliver targeted training and capacity building activities for local institutions and stakeholders.
• Coordinate closely with the national river basin committee and project team members to ensure data alignment.

Requirements

• Education: Master's degree in Meteorology, Hydrology, Climate Science, Water Resources, or a related discipline
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in hydrometeorological monitoring, climate data management, forecasting support, or related technical work in Cambodia
• Languages: Proficiency in English and Khmer

Desirable

• Previous experience working on United Nations or international donor-funded projects in the region.
• Familiarity with transboundary river basin management and water-energy-food nexus planning.

An experienced hydrometeorological and climate data specialist with a strong background in climate data management and water resources in Cambodia, eager to contribute to climate-resilient decision-making systems.

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.