International opportunities: Careers in global water diplomacy and development

Today, water scarcity and water quality issues that exceed national boundaries demand the presence of well-trained diplomacy and development experts who are capable of dealing with issues of global water.

- GURMIT SINGH ARORA

With many countries all over the world facing the dilemma of sustainably managing their water systems, it is individuals with a combination of the right expertise and practical knowledge who will play leading roles in the sector of water resource management.

SKILLS REQUIRED

1. Cross-Cultural Communication: Overcoming low efficiency in cross-cultural communication and navigation in global linguistic environment is the key factor for sustainable water diplomacy at the global level.

2. Technical Expertise: A strong comprehensive base in hydrology, water management principles and environmental science are the pillars that define this profession.

3. Policy Analysis and Development: Analyzing water policies, exploring the consequences of their implementation and involvement in the development of better, enduring water resource management strategies is the core of the water sector.