The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral and independent organization with the exclusively humanitarian mission to protect the lives and dignity of victims of war and internal violence and to provide them with assistance. It also endeavors to prevent suffering by promoting and strengthening International Humanitarian Law and universal humanitarian principles. The ICRC's Somalia Delegation in Nairobi implements the institution's humanitarian activities in Somalia.
WATER AND HABITAT (WATHAB) ENGINEER - BAIDOA
The Water and Habitat (WatHab) Engineer (Somalia based Resident/National position) is in charge of all construction and rehabilitation works related to ICRC projects (e.g. water source and health structures) in the ISWA region of Somalia. He/She will perform the following duties:
Main Responsibilities:
· Performs assessments and diagnostics of buildings (hospitals, health structures, etc.), with all related infrastructures and services;
· Designs, coordinates and implements all construction / rehabilitation works related to these structures in Somalia according to the needs and priorities set by the WatHab department;
· Writes Bills of Quantities (BoQs) for rehabilitation and constructions works;
· Performs engineering calculations and produce basic technical designs and drawings according to ICRC standards and procedures;
· Supervises rehabilitation and construction works independently;
· Implements contracts for ICRC projects and deal directly with contractors on the ground;
· Supervises civil works related to water projects (elevated tanks, animal troughs, etc.); · Organizes for and provide technical training and support to ICRC staff; Writes assessments, proposals and minutes of meetings (with contractors, suppliers, etc.);
· Produces periodical reports related to the progress of implementation and completion of works;
· Interprets accurately from English to National language and vice versa during meetings and otherwise;
· Coaches and supervises subordinate staff.
Minimum Requirements:
· University degree in Civil Engineering, or equivalent;
· Minimum 2 years’ work experience in designing, implementing and supervising construction projects;
· Good knowledge of legal requirements and standards for engineering projects;
· Fluent in spoken and written English and Somali;
· Team leadership skills, able to supervise and train staff;
· Good communication and reporting skills;
· Good organisational and administrative skills;
· Very good knowledge of Microsoft Office and CAD software;
· High level of initiative and able to work independently;
· Good knowledge of the social and geographical environment of Somalia
· Ability and flexibility to travel in different regions in Somalia;
· Experience in humanitarian work an asset.
HOW TO APPLY:
This position has a salary package of USD 950 monthly plus benefits. Interested and qualified persons with the required experience are invited to submit their application to the Head of Human Resources Department, ICRC Somalia Delegation, on the email address sok_hrrec_services@icrc.org. Closing date is 02nd December 2016. Please indicate the position title in the subject line of your email message.
NOTE THAT ONLY EMAILED APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED.
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted and canvassing will lead to automaticdisqualification.
