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9. Norwegian Refugee Council WASH Assistants (Civil Engineer) Vacancies in Kenya


Reporting to the WASH Project Officer, the WASH Assistant –Civil Engineering will Perform engineering duties in planning, designing, and overseeing construction and maintenance of building structures, and facilities, such as dams, irrigation projects, water pipelines, water and sanitation systems, and waste disposal units. Includes architectural, structural, and geo-technical engineers.

Job description
• Analyze survey reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, aerial photography, and other topographical or geologic data to plan projects.
• Plan and design transportation or hydraulic systems and structures, following construction and government standards, using design software and drawing tools.
• Compute load and grade requirements, water flow rates, and material stress factors to determine design specifications.
• Inspect project sites to monitor progress and ensure conformance to design specifications and safety or sanitation standards.
• Direct construction, operations, and maintenance activities at project site.
• Direct or participate in surveying to lay out installations and establish reference points, grades, and elevations to guide construction.
• Estimate quantities and cost of materials, equipment, or labour to determine project feasibility.
• Prepare or present public reports, such as bid proposals, deeds, environmental impact statements, and property and right-of-way descriptions.
• Test soils and materials to determine the adequacy and strength of foundations, concrete, asphalt, or steel.
• Conduct any other duties as may be assigned by the WASH Project Officer or the WASH Coordinator
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from a recognized university or a Higher National Diploma from recognized national Polytechnic
• In-depth skills and knowledge in all aspects of engineering
• Understanding of Water , Sanitation and Hygiene promotion interventions
• Minimum of 2 years’ of relevant experience, at least 1 years in Humanitarian or working as construction officer, site supervisor/engineer, WASH Officer – construction or engineering or relevant position and experience

Education field
Civil engineering / construction

Education level
Academy college / University

Personal qualities
• Mathematics - Using mathematics to solve problems.
• Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Science - Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
• Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem solving and decision-making.
• Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

We offer
• Commencement as soon as possible

Duty station: Kakuma

• Duration of contract 1 year with possibility of Extension

• Salary/benefits according to NRC general directions. The candidate will observe NRC's Code of Conduct and working hours for the NRC Kakuma office

For more information and job application details, see; Norwegian Refugee Council WASH Assistants
(Civil Engineer) Vacancies in Kenya


10. Norwegian Refugee Council ICLA Project Assistants Vacancies in Kenya

The purpose of the assistant position is to assist in the day to day implementation of the ICLA project. The position will be based in Kakuma.
ICLA Assistants Reports to the Project Officer - ICLA

Job description
• Disseminate country of origin information at the Integrated return help desk.
• Maintain confidential records of beneficiary information and attendance at the Return help desk.
• Conduct housing, land and property rights awareness for returnees.
• Conduct mine risk awareness for returnees.
• Conduct Group Information sessions, participate in radio talk back shows and in drafting of radio spot messages.
• Assist in mobilization and creating awareness among beneficiaries on the Voluntary repatriation process
• Provide information and counselling on areas of return, legal identity and HLP
• Identify any protection concerns of returnees or refugees visiting return help desk and refer to appropriate partner organization for assistance.
• Compile daily, weekly, bi-weekly and monthly data of people provided with information, HLP rights awareness and mine risk awareness.
• Capture the data of returnees and their chosen area of return.
• Participate in ICLA continuous assessments, mapping and investigation
• Supervise data collection during ICLA surveys and assessments
• Consult with the PO for guidance and support.
• Any other task relevant to the position as requested by the line manager.

Qualifications
University Degree or Diploma in Law with 2 years project implementation experience.

Education field
Law

Education level
College / University, Bachelor's degree

Personal qualities
• Experience from working within technical expertise area in a humanitarian/recovery context
• Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
• Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
• Good knowledge of written and spoken English
• Strong communication, interpersonal, analytical and negotiation skills.
• Proven skills in report writing
• Advanced computer skills; Word, Excel, Power point,

We offer
• Commencement as soon as possible

Duty station: Kakuma

• Duration of contract 1 year with possibility of Extension

• Salary/benefits according to NRC general directions. The candidate will observe NRC's Code of Conduct and working hours for the NRC Kakuma office.

For more information and job application details, see; Norwegian Refugee Council ICLA Project Assistants Vacancies in Kenya

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