Groundwater Quality Management Consultant
Support Uruguay’s Ministry of Environment with groundwater-quality monitoring, data systems, technical evaluation and a roadmap for sustainable aquifer management.
UruguayWhy we picked it
This is a strong fit for a hydrogeology or environmental-engineering specialist who wants field science to inform public-sector decisions. The 12-month remote consultancy combines sampling, data quality, modelling, capacity building and institutional strengthening.
Best for Hydrogeologists, geologists, environmental or hydraulic engineers, environmental chemists and related specialists with at least five years in groundwater monitoring or management and Spanish fluency.
What you'll do
Plan sampling campaigns, supervise field tests, analyse physical, chemical, bacteriological and isotopic data, support inspections and training, and deliver protocols, monitoring reports, modelling work and a national study roadmap.
Who they want
The notice asks for a relevant university background; at least five years in groundwater monitoring, assessment or management; knowledge of water quality, sampling, databases, GIS or hydrogeological modelling; technical-reporting and institutional-coordination ability; and Spanish. Eligibility requires Uruguayan citizenship or eligible residence or work authorization in Uruguay for nationals of an IDB member country.
Before you apply
The contract is a 12-month external products-and-services consultancy and the work location is remote; field sampling and inspections remain part of the scope. Deadline: 20 October 2026; the stored notice does not state a closing time.
Published 14 Oct 2026.