WATER & HABITAT ENGINEER
MOGADISHU
About the Job
The Water & Habitat (WatHab) Engineer plans, designs and implements engineering projects, monitors on-site works, carries out needs’ assessment, surveys and initiates new projects within the area of responsibility.
This is a national/resident position based in Mogadishu, Somalia.
Duties and Responsibilities
· Prepares relevant documents, assessment reports, drawings, bills of quantities and project proposals for engineering projects using approved formats
· Monitors project implementation for compliance with project documents, ICRC standards, and the local building code/standards, ensuring corrective action is taken where necessary
· Ensures that material and equipment delivered to the sites are in the correct quantity and quality as per the requisition from the department
· Supports in identification of needs through assessments and surveys; shares results and findings with the Project Manager
· Supervises contractors working on project sites and conducts quality control of infrastructure installed by the ICRC
· Ensures that contract terms are understood and respected by the contractors
· Establishes a close working relationship and networks with the relevant stakeholders
· Monitors security issues related to project sites and provides regular information to the Project Manager
· Oversees hand-over of ICRC-provided infrastructure to end-users
· Prepares project implementation and progress reports and submits to the Project Manager
Minimum qualifications and required competencies
· University degree in Civil Engineering, Construction management or Architecture
· 4 years of professional experience in the supervision of civil engineering works, experience working with an international humanitarian organization is an asset
· Proficient in use of drawing softwares; AutoCAD or other relevant softwares
· Experience in managing technical support staff
· Detail-oriented, highly organised and practices strict adherence to timelines
· Excellent planning and reporting skills
· Fluency in written and spoken English and Somali language
· Computer proficiency especially in MS office suite
· Flexibility and willingness to travel extensively in Somalia
· Good knowledge of political, economic, social and cultural environment of this region
We Offer
· A challenging job opportunity within a dynamic work environment in an international humanitarian organisation
· Training and development opportunities
· A competitive salary with benefits, based on the ICRC Compensation and Benefits framework
How to apply:
Apply by sending your cover letter and CV addressed to the Human Resources Manager, ICRC Somalia Delegation, on the email address sokrecruitment@icrc.org. Your cover letter must indicate your current salary and your expected salary range. The closing date is 21st January 2022. Clearly indicate the position title Water & Habitat Engineer Mogadishu in the subject line of your email message. Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
NOTE THAT ONLY EMAILED APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED.
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted, and canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. Any enquiries about the position should be addressed to *sokrecruitment@icrc.org.***
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