STEP ONE: Search for opportunities > Irrigation Engineer
We currently have a number of opportunities in Malawi for irrigation engineers. By improving available irrigation systems you can enable disadvantaged rural groups to grow crops throughout the year. Your work will enhance food security and generate increased levels of income for these groups.
Necessary qualifications and experience
You'll need a degree in engineering with extensive experience in the planning, design and implementation of small-scale irrigation schemes. Specialised qualifications in irrigation or water resources would be an advantage.
Types of opportunity available
Your work is likely to involve the preparation of designs for the development of irrigation projects. You'll work with local farmers and other stakeholders to ensure that they have full input into the design and implementation process. You are likely to be involved in the development of operation and maintenance manuals as well as the planning and facilitation of staff training. You might also work at district level to design and implement irrigation-development plans for the region.
Irrigation Engineer We're looking for a volunteer qualified and experienced in the field of low level, small scale irrigation systems. For more details, please see the attached job description.
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