WaSH Engineer

LWF World Service is the humanitarian and development arm of the Lutheran World Federation. We are a widely recognized, international, faith-based organization working in over 20 countries. We seek to bring people of all backgrounds together in the common quest for justice, peace, and reconciliation in an increasingly complex and fragmented world.

A commitment to the human rights of every individual, regardless of their status, guides our work, actions, and operations. We are particularly known for our timely, compassionate, and professional humanitarian work, and for our field presence in hard-to-reach areas. Our work is people-centered and community- based. Above all, we work with the most vulnerable, and in order to claim and uphold their rights, we engage proactively with local government and community structures.

 

LWF Uganda works closely with United Nations agencies (UNHCR, UNFPA, UNICEF, WFP), PRM, EU/ECHO, BFTW, etc. LWF Related and faith-based agencies and their back donors.

For additional information, please see www.lutheranworld.org/WorldService.

 

The LWF Uganda Program is looking for a qualified and experienced person to fill the following position:

 

Job Title: WaSH Engineer

No. of Positions: One (1)

Place of Assignment: LWF Adjumani Sub Program

Reports To: Project Coordinator EE/ WaSH

Starting date: ASAP

Duration of Contract: 1 year contract (with possibility of extension)

The closing date for applications: 19 July 2023

Job Summary:Under the guidance of the Project Coordinator, The WaSH Engineer is responsible for the provision of technical support to the project team in Water Supply and Hygiene and sanitation  interventions, support training activities for the project implementation team on WASH assessments and providing quality assurance during project implementation, supervision of WaSH Technicians and Project Assistants- Hygiene and Sanitation staff, record learning and coming up with adaptable intervention/ approaches to support effective implementation of the project goals and objectives in relation to the LWF Uganda standards and  principles following  established LWF Uganda procedures and guidelines

 

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

The WaSH Engineer is responsible for the provision of technical support to the project team in Water Supply and Hygiene and sanitation interventions by providing guidance throughout the implementation of the WaSH intervention with acceptable approaches.

In consultation with local authorities and beneficiaries identify sites and target households for water source macro-water catchments RO filtration unit pipe networks and other project interventions in target locations.

Prepare design package of gravity fed/Solar water network reservoirs macro water catchments & water wells as well as a construction plan for every single infrastructure.

Provide detailed technical specifications in BOQs and ToRs for contractors.

Supervise construction supervisors and daily laborers building their capacity and providing technical support to strengthen their construction skills.

Ensure quality work in the construction/rehabilitation of water supply and groundwater recharge infrastructure.

Ensure the sustainability aspect of infrastructure development in the field

Maintain proper documentation of work progress as well as labour timesheets.

Liaise with the project coordinator & other relevant technical staff on the progression of construction/rehabilitation works.

Timely reporting to the project coordinator on project updates gaps obstacles and challenges of construction work on a daily, weekly, monthly & quarterly basis.

Ensure the establishment water management committee (WMC) per each village for project sustainability and proper operation & maintenance of infrastructure.

Ensure that WMC gets enough on-site practical training during the construction/rehabilitation phases of work in order to get the technical orientation of all constructed parts.

Support the Construction Supervisor to conduct one-day technical training on slight technical repairing work developing the budget plan and fee collection and proper O&M of water infrastructure.

Monitor/supervise construction work in the field and ensure they meet the project objectives in terms of quality of work and within the agreed timelines.

Work with M&E to regularly track and report on progress towards AHEAD water sanitation and hygiene targets.

Take all the necessary measures in order to maintain positive working relationships and a good environment upholding the rule of safety first in order to prevent accidents.

 Ensure that the water sanitation and hygiene program is fully and timely implemented according to community needs and standards in the project-targeted areas.

Mobilizing communities (including religious leaders) toward program objectives & post ending sustainability.

 

Education, Qualifications & Experience Required: 

At least a Bachelor’s Degree in Water Engineering or Civil Engineering

At least 4years experience in a similar role

Post-graduate studies in water management (Desirable)

Experience in GIS software and its application in WaSH activities

Strong knowledge of the structural and hydraulic design of small and medium-scale WATSAN structures

 

Special Skills, Aptitude, or Personality Requirements:

Knowledge and experience in designing gravity-fed or solar-fed water supply network macro water catchments and irrigation structures.

Excellent understanding of drawing details.

Willingness to travel throughout the project area as required.

Ability to engage and mobilize different community groups and leaders is a necessity.

Ability to supervise different construction work simultaneously.

Knowledge of Water CAD/Water GEMs

LWF/DWS is an equal opportunity employer, irrespective of gender, race or religious affiliation.  Female candidates possessing the above requirements are encouraged to apply. LWF/DWS is a signatory to the Code of Conduct for humanitarian agencies. Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect the organization’s commitment to the prevention of abuse and exploitation of beneficiaries.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted