About the opportunity
This position places a Young Expert (YEPer) within the Water Committee of the Republic of Armenia to work closely with ADB project teams, government staff, and consultants. The role supports the preparation and implementation of strategic water sector investments, including reservoir development, dam safety improvements, groundwater conservation in the Ararat Valley, and environmental sustainability initiatives. The assignment runs for one year and provides practical experience in international development cooperation, project preparation, and stakeholder engagement.
Salary and benefits
- Participation in the YEP training program in the Netherlands from 8 to 28 February 2027
- Hands-on professional experience in international water sector development and cooperation
- Peer-to-peer knowledge exchange with a paired local Young Expert
- Practical training in project preparation, stakeholder engagement, and institutional strengthening
Who can apply?
- Master's degree (preferred) or Bachelor's degree in Water Resources Engineering, Civil Engineering, Hydraulic Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Irrigation Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Climate Change, Natural Resources Management, or a closely related field
- Citizen of one of ADB's 69 member countries (including the Netherlands)
- Maximum of 8 years of working experience, with up to 4 years of relevant experience allowed
- At least six months of living and working experience in a developing country context
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English; knowledge of Armenian and/or Russian is a strong advantage
Required documents
- Resume or CV (maximum 2 pages)
- Cover letter outlining motivation for the role and YEP Programmes participation, expected challenges, and how you plan to address them (maximum 1 page)
When to apply
- Application deadline: November 1st, 2026
- YEP selection interviews: 18 and 19 November 2026 online via Teams or Zoom
- YEP training program dates: 8 to 28 February 2027 in the Netherlands
- Relocation deadline to Armenia: No later than 1 April 2027
How to apply
- Prepare your resume/CV (max 2 pages) and cover letter (max 1 page)
- Submit your application via the official online Google Form by November 1st, 2026
- Attend the online selection interview on 18 or 19 November 2026 if shortlisted
- Finalize employment contract and conditions discussions with the sending organisation if selected
Additional information
- You must be employed by the sending organisation no later than the start date of the training program on 8 February 2027.
- Applications sent via email will not be considered.
- For questions regarding the position, contact Tanya Huizer, Senior Water Resilience Specialist at ADB, at thuizer@adb.org.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Early-career water, civil, or environmental engineers with up to four years of relevant experience looking for international development exposure.
- Professionals who already possess at least six months of living and working experience in a developing country context and can adapt to cross-cultural environments.
- Candidates with a strong interest in climate resilience, reservoir development, irrigation systems, and dam safety.
What should you think carefully about?
- The position is offered as a fixed 1-year duration contract.
- Relocation to Yerevan, Armenia, is required no later than 1 April 2027.
- Mandatory attendance at the batch #35 training program in the Netherlands is required from 8 to 28 February 2027.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This opportunity is well-suited for early-career professionals seeking to transition into international water resources management, multilateral development banking, or government-led infrastructure projects. It provides valuable international fieldwork and institutional collaboration experience that can anchor a long-term career in sustainable development.
Our take
Early-career water and environmental specialists who meet the citizenship and developing-country experience criteria should seriously consider applying before the November 1, 2026 deadline. Those unable to travel to the Netherlands in February 2027 or relocate to Armenia by April 2027 should not apply.
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