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Employee Contract Type:Local – Fixed Term Employee (Fixed Term)
Job Description:
JOB OPPORTUNITY
WASH Engineer (UNCHR Project)
World Vision is a child-focused Christian humanitarian organization implementing development programs in 30 Districts of Rwanda. Our interventions in the strategic period of 2021-2025 seek to reach 2 million of the most vulnerable children. This is done through programming in Resilience and Livelihoods, WASH and Health, Child Protection, and Education.
World Vision Rwanda seeks to hire a highly qualified, dedicated, and experienced Rwandan national for the role of WASH Engineer, joining an established and experienced team. This stimulating position incorporates a range of skills and development in multiple areas, allowing for an exciting opportunity for career growth in a dynamic, global organization. It will be based in Nkamira ETM – Rubavu District and reports to the WASH Project Manager.
NB: This is a fixed term contract ending by December 2023 with possibility of renewal.
JOB PURPOSE
The WASH engineer will supervise, conduct design & studies and review water resource, sanitation and hygiene development projects. Closely follow up and ensure the implementation of water resource development projects are in line with the plan, design, available standards, and community needs.
The job holder is responsible for the overall WASH projects operations and avail the engineering drawings for related WASH facilities to be implemented.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
% of time
Activity
20%
Conduct close field supervision to ensure that the implementation of WASH facilities are in line with the plan, design, available standards, community needs and donors requirement; and ensure good functionality of WASH facilities and services in the camp
10%
Prepare bill of quantities, specification and cost estimate for water resources, sanitation , education and hygiene facilities in the camp
20%
Review and verify engineering estimations and payment certificates for construction projects being implemented in the camp; and review tender documents for both design & construction for WASH facilities
10%
Review and conduct detail investigation on water resource development projects sites around the camp; and perform water resources development studies and conduct design review as required
10%
Work in collaboration with other implementing partners and donors to design and ensure maintenance/repair of WASH facilities
10%
Ensure that resources assigned to him / her are properly and efficiently utilized;
10%
Review MoU and construction agreements in accordance with the policy of the organization
10%
Reporting monthly, quarterly and annually of the project implementation progress
KNOWLEDGE / QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE ROLE
Required Professional Experience
• A good understanding of the humanitarian and emergency sector;
• Experience with 3 years in development, design and implementation of construction projects;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills;
• Must be willing to spend long hours in the field;
• Other NGO experience will be also an asset;
Required Education,
training, license,
registration, and
certification
Civil Engineering, Water and environmental Engineering, Sanitary Engineering or related fields
Preferred Knowledge
and Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
Skilled in engineering drawing and design software (Archicad, Autocad, ArcGIS, Epanet, etc)
The salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
N.B: Women are highly encouraged to apply.
How to apply:
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All applicants must apply using our online application system, CVs received via email or standard post will NOT be considered.
In case you face any challenges in applying, please let us know at wvrwanda-recruitment@wvi.org (no applications will be accepted through this email).
The closing date for submission of applications is 31 July 2023; no late applications will be accepted.
As a child-focused organization, World Vision is committed to the protection of children and does not employ staff whose background is not suitable for working with children. All employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks, including criminal record checks.
Note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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