Job title:  WASH Project Officer (Engineer)

Organisation:  Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)

Location:  Baidoa, Somalia 

Commencement: As soon as possible 

Contract Duration: 1 year with a possibility of extension

Salary/Benefits: According to NRC's general directions. 

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) has been present in Somalia since early 2004 and has since expanded its programme. Since 2004, the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) has demonstrated a regional competence and expertise in working with displaced populations. The Regional Office is based in Nairobi, Kenya with offices and operations in Somalia (Puntland, Somaliland and South & Central), Kenya, Ethiopia Yemen, Djibouti and South Sudan. 

The purpose of the officer position is day to day implementation of the WASH Project. 

Qualified female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply

Job description

• Ensure adherence with NRC policies, tools, handbooks and guidelines 
• Implement delegated wash project portfolio according to plan of action 
• Prepare and develop status reports as required by management 
• Ensure proper filing of documents 
• Ensure that projects target beneficiaries most in need, and explore and asses new and better ways to assist 
• Promote and share ideas for technical improvement 
• Investigate and facilitate introduction of new technology, methods and approaches in order to improve the quality of the activities 
• Coordinate and supervise construction of assigned water and sanitation infrastructure by providing instructions and site supervision to partners, contractors and/or local labour 
• Conduct water quality testing and analysis and disinfect sources as required. This will include promotion of household water filters 
• Mobilize communities and community leaders for the building materials, construction activities and maintenance of structures 
• Prepare technical designs, BoQs, tender documents and supervise contractors. 
• Monitor and report on the WASH project activities and ensure compliance with plans and NRC standard 
• Ensures that standards and specifications for works and materials deliveries are adhered to and gives recommendation(s) to the management as necessary, including certification of completed works for payments 
• Keep accurate daily records of project work (e.g. technical project details, materials used, time sheets, challenges encountered, etc). 
• Working closely alongside the WASH Assistants/Officers, meet on a regular basis with Water Committees to ensure they are actively involved throughout project planning and implementation. 
• In particular to promote the full and equal participation of women in all aspects of the work 
• Support the WASH Officers to ensure communities fully participate in design, implementation, monitoring, operation and maintenance of all water and Sanitation projects.
• Participate in field assessments in order to map areas requiring new water sources and sanitation facilities in south central regions. 
• Prepare and write timely monthly activity reports. 
• Provide technical advice to management, communities, Water Committees, hand pump mechanics and pump operators on operation and maintenance of water facilities.
• Any other assignment as may be required by the WASH Coordinator/WASH Manager

Qualifications

• Ordinary National Diploma in Water Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geology or any related discipline. 
• Extensive experience may substitute for specific qualifications but not vice versa 
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Water CAD or any civil works design software is highly desirable 
• Experience from working with WASH projects in a humanitarian/recovery context 
• Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts 
• Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities 
• Knowledge of English and local Language 
• Ability to work independently in a result oriented multi-tasking and multi-cultural environment and manage conflicting priorities. 
• Sensitivity to the needs and priorities of disadvantaged populations (minority groups etc) 
• Team work 
• Cultural awareness and experience of working of different stakeholders 
• Excellent capacity building and supervision skills

Personal qualities

Behavioral competencies these are personal qualities or characteristics that influence how successful people are in their job. The below are required for this position: 

• Handling insecure environments 
• Managing resources to optimize results 
• Empowering and building trust 
• Managing performance and development

We offer

• Commencement: As soon as possible 
• Contract Duration: 1 year with a possibility of extension 
• Duty Station: Baidoa 
• Salary/Benefits: According to NRC's general directions. 
• The candidate is to observe NRC's four core values dedication, innovation, inclusivity, accountability and the Code of Conduct for all staff.

Miscellaneous info

• Travel: Some travelling must be expected 

About The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a non-governmental, humanitarian organization with 60 years of experience in helping to create a safer and more dignified life for refugees and internally displaced people. NRC advocates for the rights of displaced populations and offers assistance within the shelter, education, emergency food security, legal assistance, and water,sanitation and hygiene sectors. 

The Norwegian Refugee Council has approximately 5000 committed and competent employees involved in projects across four continents. In addition, NRC runs one of the world’s largest standby rosters -NORCAP, with 650 professionals, ready to be deployed on 72 hours notice when a crisis occurs. 

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Information

• Location: Baidoa, Somalia

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Taxonomy

• Rural Water Supply & Sanitation
• Water & Sanitation
• Sanitation & Hygiene
• Sanitation & Hygiene
• Sanitation Services
• Water & Sanitation
• Sanitation & Waste Management
• Sanitation and Hygiene