Short Term water and sanitation infrastructure Officer (5 Months)
Ensure professional execution of WASH and infrastructure projects
Overview
Ensure professional execution of WASH and infrastructure projects
You have:
- Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering, Water Engineering, Building Construction or related field.
- 3 years’ experience in project implementation preferably in water and sanitation or infrastructure.
- Skills in AutoCAD, WaterCAD and/or EPANET.
- Proficiency in using computer software e.g. MS Office and internet.
- Fluency in Somali language and English is required.
Job Description
The purpose of the Water and Sanitation & Infrastructure officer is to ensure that all the WASH aspects detailed in the project including hygiene promotion at community and health facility level, rehabilitation and maintenance of WASH infrastructure at community and health facility level; are undertaken in a professional manner as per the standard design, specification and guidelines of the project.
Key Responsibilities:
To provide supervision and technical assistance to project staff for the assessment, design, monitoring and implementation of WASH projects and all infrastructure related projects across sectors within areas of operation in south-west region of Somalia.
- To prepare and submit monthly, quarterly and annual project progress reports. - Prepare detailed engineering design and tender documents for WASH and infrastructure projects such as water supply pipeline, storage, treatment and distribution system for water supply projects, latrines/sanitation infrastructures, schools, health facilities, rain water harvesting structures, dams, etc. - Develop design plans, working drawings, technical specifications, and bill of quantities as per approved standards by respective clusters or any other institution as required for all construction works outlined on the project design for the said projects using AutoCAD or similar drafting computer software.
1. Assessment 2. Project implementation 3. Project Monitoring 4. Information documentation and reporting 5. Evaluation
Other Competencies/Attributes:
- Demonstrates well-developed interpersonal skills, excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, as well as negotiation skills - Must adhere to set security standards - Ensure a gender perspective in the scope of work
Qualifications
Qualifications: Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience
- Educational level required: Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering, Water Engineering, Building Construction and or related field. - Technical Training qualifications required: Skills in auto cad, water Cad and/or EPANET.
- Experience: 3 years’ experience in project implementation preferably in water and sanitation or infrastructure.
- Proficiency in using computer software e. g MS office and internet.
- Fluency in Somali language and English is required
Standard of Professional Conduct
The IRC and IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Anti Workplace Harassment, Fiscal Integrity, and Anti-Retaliation.
Gender Equality & Equal Opportunity
Gender Equality: IRC is committed to narrowing the gender gap in leadership positions. We offer benefits that provide an enabling environment for women to participate in our workforce including parental leave, gender-sensitive security protocols and other supportive benefits and allowances.
*****Diversity and Inclusion*****
at IRC, we are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. Organizations that are diverse in age, gender identity, race, physical or mental ability, nationality, and perspective are validated to be better organizations. More importantly, creating a safe workspace environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best is the right thing to do. So, bring your whole self to work.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a challenging project you managed in the WASH sector? | This question assesses your experience in handling difficult situations in the WASH field. | Focus on the challenges faced, actions taken, and successful outcomes. |
| How do you ensure compliance with technical specifications during project implementation? | This question explores your approach to maintaining standards in your projects. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Give an example of how you have used AutoCAD in your previous roles. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a time when you had to collaborate with diverse teams. How did you handle it? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What measures do you take to integrate gender perspectives in your projects? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |