WASH & Infrastructure Engineer

Note: SIF is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The Hiring is subject to donor funding

Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply

The selection is on a continuous basis,Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. At SIF, we consider diversity as a wealth. Every applications fitting the job description will be thoroughly evaluated.

SIF reserves the right to check the criminal records according with the current law.

The SIF has a zero-tolerance policy towards any type of fraud, corruption, moral harassment, abuse or violence of any kind whatsoever and more generally any violation of legislation, regulations or its code of conduct.SIF respects the humanitarian principle of "Do no harm" and ensures

child security as a primary consideration.

Hiring is subject to donor funding.

SIF Mission Pakistan endeavor to protect all from of exploitation and abuse outlined in the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and Inter-Agency Standing Committee (IASC) six core principles on Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA).

Secours Islamique France has zero-tolerance to abuse and exploitation of beneficiaries and staff.

Hiring will be done on rolling basis.

Whoever tries to influence the hiring process through calls or emails shall be Blacklisted from the process.

ROLE IN THE ORGANIZATION

The Field Engineer will be based at SIF field office Larkana, Sindh and will work on WFP funded CBT Project. He/she will be responsible for planning, technical feasibility, designing, implementation and reporting of SIF WASH and community infrastructure interventions in Larkana under the direct supervision of Project Manager and with technical support and coordination of WASH Coordinator. S/he will technically ensure the adherence to the standards of construction while implementation and monitoring physical infrastructure related activities in timely manner.

In addition, s/he may be called upon to carry out surveys, participatory needs assessments or any other activity that may be deemed necessary.

MISSIONS AND ACTIVITIES

Objective 1: Assessment/Training

Activities:

1. Conduct technical feasibilities for WASH and community infrastructure schemes.
2. Conduct field water quality tests for all water supply schemes (gravity, hand pumps, dug wells etc.)
3. Train masons / artisans on schemes design and engineering techniques.

 Objective 2: Technical Supervision Activities:

1. Develop BOQs and design for culturally appropriate, environmentally sound, disaster resilient and sustainable WASH facilities and rehabilitation work like, hand pumps, community and Govt CPI schemes in target areas.
2. Supervise all construction works related to water supply and sanitation including sanitation platforms, masonry foundations, laying of pipes.
3. Supervise installation and start-up of operations of all water supply, latrine construction activities
4. Design  WASH and community physical infrastructure as per requirement and engineering standards.
5. Prepare technical designs and BOQs and ensure that all the construction work is implemented as per approved designs and engineering standards and share with relevant government department if necessary
6. Ensure storage and delivery of related materials, equipment, tools and consumables on work site and maintenance of proper records.
7. Plan and supervise all other environmental sanitation activities including waste drainage Lobbing / Advocacy and capacity building of target area beneficiaries.
8. Conduct monthly evaluation of program activities to determine the success of interventions, write routine progress reports and recommend changes in program activities to Project officer.
9.  Support logistic department in procurement of construction material and ensure safe storage in community
10. Handover all completed schemes to beneficiaries and line departments.
11. Perform other duties as required related to construction.               

Objective 2: Coordination Activities:

1. Maintain close liaison with mobilization officers and CBOs2. 
2. Establish strong liaison with the all relevant departments and get the technical guidance from WASH Coordinator, day to day lessons and best practices replication in implementing     
3. Coordinate with MEAL department.                                                                                         

Objective 3: Documentation Activities. 

1. Ensure proper documentation related to WASH and community infrastructure construction.     
2. Design appropriate CPI schemes and Preparing BOQs for all construction work.
3. Preparation of work plans for all construction works4.   
4. Prepare and submission of technical feasibility reports.5.  
5. Prepare and submission of final report of all construction works

 Objective 3: Reporting Activities:

1. Report all the activities to project officer in a timely manner.
2. Collect and analyze the reports and provide necessary feedback to the concerned
3. Prepare field visit report and other ad hoc reports
4. Compile and submission of bi-weekly or monthly reports for all construction works
5. Any other assignment given by the supervisor according to the project need

This list is not limited; the employee may be required to perform any other task necessary and compatible with its functions.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/BEHAVIOR

1. BSc /B-Tech in Civil Engineering and Technology
2. Three to four years of experience in the WASH sector in public or private organizations; preferably in international organizations.
3. Proficient in AutoCAD or other Civil Engineering software
4. Knowledge and experience in providing presentations and written reports
5. Good inter-person and communication, liaison and presentation skill
6. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
7. Be culturally sensitive and possess good interpersonal skills
8. Be a self-starter and be able to work with minimal supervision
9. Be able to deal with people at all levels with tact and diplomacy
10. Good Team player and motivated to work in remote and uncertain environment respecting standard operating procedures as devised and instructed.