WASH Technical Assistant (Electro-Mechanical) - Kakuma

Contract

This is a Professional contract, Grade 4 (NRC) contract. More about Professional contract, Grade 4 (NRC) contracts.

Specific responsibilities

Design, install, inspect, maintain and repair solar panel systems, including the solar collectors, concentrators, batteries, pumps, fans, or support structure.

Size, Install, test and commission Diesel engine generators including operation and proper maintenance.

To keep records of all the repairs done in the field and in the workshop as well the running hours of the generator sets to ensure timely servicing.

Do all electro-mechanical work needed to connect solar system to electric grid. This includes proper grounding systems, controls and all necessary testing.

Assist in conducting regular assessments and give recommendations for rehabilitations of the solar systems, boreholes and submersible pumps.

Capacity building of incentive staffs and communities in solar powered water systems operation.

Installation of new generators and retrieval of the old and defective ones ensuring they are well wired and operational.

Oversee strict daily borehole running and operation, and being the custodian of gen-set keys and ensure correct amount of fuel is dispensed to the borehole and compound generator sets.

To keep records of all the electrical repairs and spares that have been done in the field and in the workshop.

To prepare monthly unit reports on jobs and conditions of all the relevant electromechanical systems.

Technical designs and BoQs for the power grid and mechanical works for the borehole and water production sites and NRC compounds in Kakuma and Kalobeyei

To assist in supervision of the contractors doing upgrade or installations of the power grids in NRC compounds.

Advise and recommend the power requirement for electrical gadgets.

Together with borehole attendants and team leader, maintain cleanliness and safety of the generator sets, submersible and booster pumps and stations.

Supporting the WASH Officer-water resources in procurement of the necessary regular spare parts, and working tools for the repair of the generator sets and pumps.

To participate in recruitment of boreholes attendants, borehole watchmen and EST watchmen and ensure they are well trained in undertaking minor electrical installations and repairs.

Any other assignment as may be required by the line manager.

Professional competencies for this position:

Experience from working in water supply projects in a humanitarian/recovery context

Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts

Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities

Knowledge about own skills/profile

Good knowledge of English language

Context related skills, knowledge and experience

Relevant degree qualifications in Solar/Electrical/electromechanical engineering preferable. Diploma with 5 years’ hands on experience is acceptable.

Proven practical experience in the planning and execution of WASH Programmes of at least 3 years the management of generators, Solar installations, installation of pumps and accessories. Ability to maintain and service generators is an added advantage.

Ability to initiate, develop, plan and implement an integrated programme.

Excellent communication (spoken and written) skills, including the ability to explain and present technical information

Experience in capacity building and training of staff and target groups

Political and cultural awareness and experience of working where insecurity is a major issue

Ability to work independently in a result oriented multi-tasking and multi-cultural environment and manage conflicting priorities.

Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply