Nature‑Based Solutions (NbS) & Water Security Officer

JOIN A TEAM THAT IS PROTECTING WATER SOURCES THROUGH NATURE‑BASED SOLUTIONS

Live & Learn Solomon Islands is seeking an NbS & Water Security Officer to support innovative, community‑led approaches that protect water sources and strengthen climate resilience through nature‑based solutions.

YOU ARE IDEAL FOR THIS ROLE IF:

• You hold a degree in Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Public Health, or a related discipline
• You have 1–2 years of experience in WASH, environmental management, or water resources work
• You understand Nature‑Based Solutions and traditional environmental knowledge
• You have strong community facilitation and assessment skills
• You are fluent in Pidgin and English

WHAT THIS OPPORTUNITY WOULD MEAN TO YOU:

• Work at the intersection of WASH, climate resilience, and environmental protection
• Help communities safeguard water sources using NbS approaches
• Strengthen traditional knowledge systems alongside modern practices
• Contribute to regional climate resilience initiatives

WHAT WOULD YOU DO ON A DAILY BASIS:

In this role, you will support water security and NbS activities that protect natural water sources while improving community resilience.

Key responsibilities include:

Program Planning and Technical Support

• Support design and implementation of NbS initiatives for water protection
• Conduct assessments on water sources, ecosystems, and traditional practices
• Provide technical guidance on water quality and environmental sustainability

Capacity Building and Awareness

• Facilitate community trainings and awareness campaigns on NbS
• Promote traditional practices that support sustainable water management
• Support ward‑level and community‑led NbS initiatives

Monitoring, Reporting, and Compliance

• Track water quality and NbS intervention outcomes
• Prepare donor and internal reports
• Support budgeting and procurement for NbS and WASH activities

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Competitive remuneration package
• Opportunity to work in innovative climate and NbS programming
• Professional development in water security and environmental management
• A values‑driven organisation committed to community resilience

HOW TO APPLY:

Applications close at 4:00 pm on 24 April 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and interviews may be conducted before the closing date. To download the ToR for the position please click this link.

Only applicants applying through our official recruitment platform will be considered. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For enquiries, please contact:

📧 elmah.panisi@livelearn.org
📞 +23698

Live & Learn is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to child safeguarding and fraud prevention. All staff are required to comply with Live & Learn’s Child Protection Policy, Fraud Control Policy, Good Practice Manual, and Code of Conduct.