Hydrogeologist

Background

Innovation: Africa (iA) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization whose team of dedicated problem solvers work together to bring solar and water technologies to rural communities in Africa. We use solar energy to pump clean water and provide schools, orphanages, and medical clinics with light and refrigeration to store vaccines and medicines. iA has completed over 1200 solar, water, and agricultural projects, providing light, clean water, food and proper medical care to nearly 5.3 million people in Ethiopia, Tanzania, Malawi, Zambia, South Africa, Uganda, Cameroon, Senegal and the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Job Summary

Innovation: Africa is looking to hire an experienced hydrogeologist with expertise in geological surveying, water well drilling, and water quality analysis. The hydrogeologist will be responsible for overseeing geophysical surveys, drilling, and borehole development of all iA water projects across six African countries. The hydrogeologist will be responsible to supervise iA’s local contractors and in-house hydrogeologists, as well as provide technical support from afar. As this is also a field position, candidates should expect frequent travel to Africa to work closely with the local teams and contractors, to ensure the successful implementation of ongoing and existing  water projects. 

The position is based in Herzliya, Israel.

Reports To

CTO

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in geology, hydrogeology or a closely related field
• Master’s degree preferred
• Have at least 3 years of professional experience working with water systems and borehole drilling and borehole development in developing countries
• Have experience in geophysical surveying and supervision
• Proficient in English (writing and speaking)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
• Excellent computer skills (MS Office Suite, QGis, Google Earth, and other related programs and software)
• Works well in a collaborative environment, skilled in training and mentoring teams
• Knowledge of off-grid solar water systems (advantage)
• Legal status to work in Israel. 

Application Instructions

Please send your cover letter and CV as a single PDF attachment to hq.hydro@@innovation-africa.odoo.com.