REGIONAL ADVISOR ON DECISION SUPPORT SYSTEMS (DSS) – Deutsche Gesellschaft FüR Internationale Zusammenarbeit (Giz) Gmbh

The thematic cluster "Climate - Energy - Natural Resources" is an organizational structure of GIZ Botswana / SADC, managing a portfolio of various projects funded by different ministries of the German Government and the European Union. The projects are implemented in different countries within the SADC region focusing on climate change, energy efficiency, tourism and management of natural resources, fisheries, and water. Within this cluster, the project "Transboundary Water Management in the SADC Region (TWM VI)" will support SADC in developing and implementing policies and guidelines for regional cooperation with member states. With funding from the European Union (EU), the project will support River Basin Organisations (RBOs) in further developing their information and Decision Support Systems (DSS). These shall improve the evidence-based decision-making on transboundary water resources management. In addition, exchange formats and training courses will promote regional knowledge sharing, synergies, and technical and management skills. TWM VI seeks to strengthen its technical team by hiring a regional expert on Decision Support Systems. Key Responsibilities He/she will take over the technical lead of specific components of the project and closely collaborate with an international DSS expert. He/she will conceptualize, plan and independently steer the implementation of activities towards the achievement of the outlined indicators. This includes the supervision of consultancy firms and grant recipients. Building an excellent working relationship with our partners, specifically SADC and the RBOs, will be essential. Lead the comprehensive analysis of Decision Support Systems (DSS) and Information and Knowledge Management Systems (IKMS) across all RBOs in the SADC region, including data availability and data sharing aspects. Contribute to the development of a strategic concept to maximize impact of TWM VI DSS support, for the benefit of multiple RBOs. Technical support to RBOs and their member states on strengthening their data basis (including socio-economic data), data management practices and data governance (including data sharing agreements) by exploiting synergies and harmonization potentials including through the collaboration with TFCAs. Technical support to RBOs on the use of innovative technologies, such as remote sensing, geographic information systems, and artificial intelligence while considering the financial sustainability of the systems. Technical support to RBOs and SADC on harnessing synergies in evidence-based transboundary water management, e.g. through DSS toolkits or platforms. Supervise short-term and long-term consultants, including the elaboration of Terms of Reference (ToR), managing the consultants' work, and ensuring quality delivery. Organize and conceptualize inclusive stakeholder consultations for policy development. Compile progress reports about activities and progress. Requirements Minimum of a Master's Degree or eq