International Committee of the Red Cross Water & Habitat Engineer Jobs in Kenya

International Committee of the Red Cross Water & Habitat Engineer Jobs in Kenya

About the Job

WatHab Engineer plans, designs and implements engineering projects within the scope of the ICRC´s Water and Habitat assistance objectives. S/he carries out remotely, needs assessments, surveys, plans new projects and is responsible for the implementation of the WatHab programme in the North Sub Delegation (covering but not limited to: Garowe, Hargeisa and Bosaso regions) and following the strategic orientations as defined in the Planning & Monitoring Tool (PMT).

The WatHab Engineer acts as a key interface with external stakeholders and reports to management on stakeholder relations and the general situation.

This is a national/resident position based in Nairobi, Kenya, with frequent work-related trips to the North region and other parts of Somalia. The applicant must be a Kenyan Citizen with permanent right to work in Kenya.

Duties and Responsibilities

Draws up documents (drawings, bills of quantities and contracts) for engineering projects such as hospital rehabilitations, health clinics construction, emergency response, civil works for water supply projects, electro-mechanical equipment of boreholes and hand dug wells and construction of rainwater harvesting infrastructure using approved formats

Monitors remotely project implementation for compliance with project documents, ICRC standards, and the local building code/standards, ensuring corrective action is taken if necessary

Supervises the design work of staff under his/her responsibility and coaches to improve their skills

Supervises remotely contractors and on-site work for all project types and conducts quality control during the design and construction of infrastructure installed by the ICRC

Prepares implementation/progress reports and other technical documents at intervals set by his/her functional manager

Creates project files in electronic databases (WatHab Project Assistant application and WatHab server) and updates them regularly

Manages tendering and project purchasing of materials and hiring of labour according to the delegation´s logistical and financial rules

Collaborates and networks with stakeholders, monitors security issues related to project sites and advises WatHab Coordinator where necessary; provides regular information to supervisors on security, stakeholder issues and site progress

Conducts needs assessments and analyses surveys and shares analysis with WatHab Coordinator

Administers remotely hand-over

of infrastructure installed by the ICRC to end-users

Organizes training for end-users in the operation and maintenance of infrastructure installed by the ICRC

Uses results-based management to evaluate project implementation and to analyse data

Submits data for department reporting as per the set deadlines

Understands and supervises the Performance Management and Development (PMD) activities for employees under his/her supervision

Minimum Qualifications and Required Competencies

University degree in Civil Engineering, Construction management, Architecture, mechanical, water or environmental engineering

6 years of professional experience in the supervision of engineering works and project management, experience working with an international humanitarian organization is an asset

Advanced knowledge of Water and sanitation or Construction Engineering

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

Good knowledge of political, economic, social and cultural environment of this region

Computer proficiency especially in MS office suite

Flexibility and willingness to travel extensively in Somalia

We Offer

A challenging job opportunity within a dynamic work environment in an international humanitarian organization

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 23rd January 2023. Clearly indicate the position title Water & Habitat Engineer Somalia in the subject line of your email message.

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