General responsibilities of the Site Engineer include the support of quality of WASH planning, in-site implementation and follow-up of all technical activities being implemented by PIN. Specifically, the main activities include working on supervising construction/rehabilitation of latrines, installation of water points, well rehabilitation and water storage.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work with local government institutions, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), Community-Based Organizations (CBOs), and local communities to ensure the efficient execution of WASH infrastructure activities;
- Follow up the implementing activities in-field and oversee community mobilization and engagement efforts to describe and explain the projects overall objectives and activities and collect feedback;
- Work with the WASH Engineer to mobilize the communities and community leaders regarding the management and use of sanitation tools, materials and construction items;
- Participate in baseline assessments of community WASH infrastructure, including at schools, health facilities, and public water points;
- Report all gender and protection related concerns to the WASH Engineer or the gender focal persons;
- Suggest any amendments to BoQs/works if necessary;
- Inform the management immediately if any obstacles may lead to delay of the implementation;
- Submit progress reports in weekly basis as well as end of assignment report;
- Support the WASH Engineer to conduct technical assessments of selected WASH infrastructure identified for rehabilitation;
- Assist the WASH Engineer in preparing construction monitoring mechanisms, and subsequently supervising contracted works to ensure compliance with technical requirements and schedules;
- Monitor ongoing projects and prepare for handover of completed works to communities and local authorities;
- Facilitate water-testing activities to ensure water quality improvements and sustainability over time;
- Liaise with Community Water Management Committees (CWMCs) in areas where WASH infrastructure is being rehabilitated to help ensure local ownership and assist in developing sustainable mechanisms for operations and maintenance;
- Ensure compliance with World Health Organization (WHO) standards, PIN policies and procedures, and other best practices in WASH, while maintaining culturally literate and sensitive approaches;
- Carry out any other tasks required to complete relevant project-related objectives.
Requirements
- Minimum Bachelor Degree or equivalent;
- At least 1 year of direct experience in WASH projects;
- Good skills and experience with MS Office and internet usage;
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills;
- Living in or from targeted governorates;
- Able to make strong relations with community and key stakeholders;
- Ethical, trustworthy, creative, dynamic, and enthusiastic;
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, work under pressure and meet tight deadlines;
- INGO experience preferred.
Required Languages:good command ofEnglish, Arabic written and spoken
Note for candidates:
Early candidates are encouraged to apply as the applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.