Hydrologist - Impact Based Forecasting Rimes International

3.0 - 5.0 years

1 - 2 Lacs

chennai

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Role & responsibilities Impact based forecasting Collaborate with meteorologists to ensure seamless coupling between weather and hydrological forecasts of extreme hydrological events -Floods /Droughts. Downscale and customize hydrological forecasts to specific locations of interest. Analyse and interpret high-resolution hydrological forecast products in probabilistic terms for hazard forecasting. Conduct analyses of hydrological patterns and their historical impacts. Collaborate with meteorological/climatological AI/ML experts, GIS analysts, and disaster risk professionals for model fusion and automation. Integrate hazard (probabilistic) forecast data with geospatial datasets on population, infrastructure, historical damage, and socio-economic vulnerability to assess likely impacts and transform into impact forecast data/impact matrices. Produce urban-level risk and vulnerability maps. Early Warning Rapid onset hydrological hazards ( Flood /Flash floods ) Integrate remote sensing, ground-based, and model data for comprehensive flood situation monitoring. Co-design and implement sector-specific early warning protocols for National/ State disaster management agencies. Set up alerts and thresholds for flood /flash flood early warning dissemination using automated systems. Generate daily / weekly flood situation reports and dashboards . Assist Scenario Based Emergency Response Planning for flood / flash flood events. Slow onset hydrological hazard ( Drought ) track and assess drought conditions using multiple indicators (SPI, NDVI, rainfall anomalies, reservoir status, soil moisture, etc.). Integrate remote sensing, ground-based, and model data for comprehensive drought situation monitoring. Generate weekly /monthly drought situation reports and dashboards. Set up alerts and thresholds for early warning dissemination using automated systems. Assist Scenario Based Emergency Response Planning for flood / flash flood events. Contingency Planning & Risk Mitigation Develop and update district-wise drought/flood contingency plans in collaboration with line departments. Identify vulnerable regions, sectors particularly agriculture/ urban /industrial zones , and communities at risk. Recommend flood / drought mitigation and adaptation measures based on data trends and risk profiles . Preparation of Comprehensive Flood Mitigation Plans with River Basin Approach. Data Automation & Visualization Automate the ingestion and processing of meteorological, hydrological, and agricultural datasets. Build region-wise interactive maps and graphs to visualize drought/flood severity and trends. PDNA and Impact Assessments Support Post-Disaster Needs Assessments (PDNA) for drought/flood events. Contribute to loss estimation, sectoral damage analysis, and recovery planning. Collaborate with field officers to validate ground reports and align with national/international PDNA frameworks . Capacity Building and Stakeholder Engagement, and Reporting Facilitate training programs for user and stakeholders, focusing on RIMES forecasting tools. Prepare and implement training programs to enhance team capacity and submit training outcome reports Prepare technical reports, progress updates, and outreach materials for stakeholder. Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including strategies, milestones, and outcomes. Capacity-building workshop materials and training reports. Other Responsibilities Utilize domain knowledge to assist in system implementation plans and decision support system (DSS) development. Assist 24/7 operational readiness for client early warning systems, with backup support from RIMES Headquarters. Undertake additional tasks as assigned by the Immediate Supervisor or HR Manager based on recommendation from RIMES technical team members and organizational needs. The above responsibilities are illustrative and not exhaustive. Undertake any other relevant tasks that could be needed from time to time. Preferred candidate profile Strategic thinker with strong analytical and solution-oriented capabilities in applied climate science. Self-driven and capable of working independently while maintaining accountability and initiative. Effective collaborator with the ability to work in multicultural, interdisciplinary teams and manage cross-sectoral engagement. Detail-oriented and results-focused, with adaptability in dynamic and evolving operational environments. Professional, respectful, and proactive in both independent and team-based work settings. Contract Duration The contract will initially be for one year and may be extended based on the satisfactory completion of a 180-day probationary period and subsequent annual performance reviews. How to Apply: Interested candidates should send your application letter, resume, salary expectation and 2 references to rimeshra-india@rimes.int by midnight of 1 October 2025, Bangkok time. Please state Hydrologist- Impact-Based Forecasting: Your Name the Subject line of the email. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Ms. Dusadee Padungkul Head of Operations and Programs Regional Integrated Multi-Hazard Early Warning System AIT Campus, 58 Moo 9 Paholyothin Rd., Klong 1, Klong Luang, Pathumthani 12120 Thailand. RIMES promotes diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Well-qualified applicants particularly women are encouraged to apply.

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