Head of the School of Water Policy and Public Administration

Описание школы

Описание школы

The School of Water Policy and Public Administration focuses on governance, institutional reform, and policy innovation for sustainable and integrated water resources management.

The School plays a central role in connecting engineering, environmental science, and public administration — fostering the development of effective governance systems, regulatory frameworks, and risk management strategies.

Key academic and research areas

• Transboundary water cooperation and water diplomacy
• Water law, regulation, and institutional reform
• Climate resilience and disaster risk reduction
• Emergency planning and water-related safety management
• Stakeholder engagement and participatory governance
• Policy innovation for sustainable water and environmental management

Обязанности

• Develop and oversee academic programmes in water governance, public administration, water law, and policy;
• Lead and coordinate the School's research on institutional reform, water diplomacy, and climate policy;
• Build partnerships with government ministries, river basin commissions, international organisations, and policy networks;
• Recruit, mentor, and develop academic staff;
• Ensure educational quality, interdisciplinary integration, and relevance to national and regional water challenges;
• Manage the School's budget and contribute to university-level strategic planning;
• Represent the School in governance bodies and in national and international professional forums

Требования

Doctoral degree (PhD or equivalent) in public policy, governance, management, law, environmental studies, or a related field;

Proven record of academic excellence and research achievements;

Demonstrated leadership and management experience in higher education or policy institutions;

Expertise in water governance, institutional reform, or climate policy;

Excellent communication, negotiation, and team-building skills;

Proficiency in English; knowledge of Kazakh and/or Russian is an advantage.

Преимущества

• Experience in international cooperation, diplomacy, or regional policy programs;
• Background in policy modeling, institutional design, or sustainability transitions;
• Vision for integrating governance, technology, and safety management in education and research.

Процесс отбора

• Applications are reviewed on receipt; the position remains open until filled;
• Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview

Документы

A letter of application outlining their vision for the School’s development and leadership philosophy;

A detailed Curriculum Vitae;

Copies of academic degrees and relevant certificates;

List of publications, projects, and professional achievements;

Contact information for at least two professional referees.