WatHab Engineer/ Site Manager Full-Time

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), based in Geneva, is a humanitarian organization that provides protection and assistance to people affected by armed conflict and other situations of violence. It employs more than 20,000 staff and is present in 80 countries. The ICRC regional sub delegation in Pemba is looking for a suitable candidate to fill the following vacancy: 01 WatHab Engineer/ Site Manager.

Purpose

The WatHab Egnineer 1 plans, designs, and implements engineering projects within the scope of the ICRC’s water and habitat assistance objectives with supervision and coaching from the Project Manager. S/he monitors on-site works, carries out needs assessments and surveys, and plans new projects together with the Project Manager in charge. S/he has a close working relationship with external stakeholders, mainly contractors, related to the projects.

Ensure site supervision and basic design for complex engineering projects, under the supervision and guidance of the Project Manager. Geographical area of responsibility: City of Montepuez (based in Pemba). Responsibility: water and habitat urban construction project as part of the Montepuez Urban Water Supply System Project.

Job Description

Project supervision

• Monitors project implementation for compliance with project documents, ICRC standards, and the local building code/standards, ensuring corrective action is taken if necessary.
• Supervises small numbers of contractors working on project sites and conducts quality control of infrastructure installed by the ICRC.
• Makes safety inspections and ensures construction and site safety.
• Checks and prepares site reports, designs and drawings and maintains quality control procedures.
• Finds ways to prevent problems from happening and to solve any that crop up.
• Helps to negotiating contracts and securing permits and licences.
• Ensures implementation and complied of the Environmental and Social Management Plan.
• Networks with stakeholders, monitors security issues related to project sites and advises the Project Manager where necessary; provides regular information to supervisors on security, stakeholder issues and site progress.
• Administers hand-over of ICRC-provided infrastructure to end-users.

General office work and reporting

Prepares implementation/progress reports as per need and submit them on due time to the Project Manager.

• Contributes to other specific reports (assessment, QTR) whenever necessary.
• Helps identify needs through assessments and surveys, shares results and findings with the Project Manager.
• Provides regular information to Project Manager and/or Head of Structure on security, stakeholder issues, or any relevant information and site progress.
• Registers and treats information (general and specific) accurately and with confidentially.
• Works independently and autonomously with the other departments involved in the projects: Logistics, Administration, Financial, Cooperation, Communication, etc.
• Ensures that material and/or equipment delivered to the sites are those requested by the client.
• Ensures that contract terms are understood and respected by the contractor.
• Ensures that payments to contractor are released timely and as per payment table of the contract.

Certifications/ Education Required

• University degree in architecture, civil or structural engineering, hydrology, hydraulics, geology or similar.
• Excellent command (spoken and written) of local language(s).
• Excellent command (spoken and written) of Portuguese.
• Knowledge of English is an asset.
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of CAD and/or engineering-specific software.

Professional Experience Required

• 6-8 years’ professional experience in a related field, 1–2 years’ professional experience at the ICRC or an international NGO an asset.
• Advanced knowledge of water and sanitation or construction engineering.
• Experience supervising complex / large-scale construction works, experience in hydraulic projects an asset.
• In-depth knowledge of construction processes, building codes, safety regulations and quality standards in Mozambique.
• Ability to work independently and as part of the team.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks.
• Proficiency in project management software, scheduling tools and other relevant software applications.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to effectively address challenges and make sound judgments.

How to Apply

We are looking for someone methodical, responsible, beneficiary-oriented, organized with good organizational skills, good sense of teamwork, good communication skills, commitment, initiative and respect for the ICRC’s values.Female Candidates are encouraged to apply.

We offer dynamic and rewarding work in a humanitarian and multicultural environment, with attractive salaries and social benefits, and opportunities for development through internal training.

Please send your application: CV, cover letter, copies of diplomas/certificates by e-mail with the mention in the subject line ” WatHab Engineer / Site manager .” to physically at the following address: Pemba, Bairro Alto Chingore, Expansao II, Rua dos Recursos Minerais, in front of the Gingone secondary school next to the DICC.

Only applications with all the necessary documentation will be considered. Only selected candidates will be contacted.