Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Engineer Job in Kenya - CRWRC

Job Position: Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Engineer - Kilifi & Taita

Organization: Christian Reformed World Relief Committee (CRWRC)

Term of job position: Full-time – six months

Closing Date: September 16th 2011.

Purpose: Lead the planning, design and implementation of WASH activities. The incumbent will provide technical support and consultation in the program area.

Key Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee the implementation of WASH activities , ensuring compliance with donor requirements and timelines;
• Ensure the relevance and consistency of the programs vis-à-vis the needs of the local populations;
• Make certain that the programs under his/her supervision achieve the required results
• Ensure that all the work meets sustainability requirements and that established norms and standards are respected
• Anticipate difficulties and facilitate the resolution of problems linked to the programs
• Propose the reorientation of activities according to changing context and indicators
• Coordinate, collaborate and cooperate with project target community leaders, related NGOs and government institutions.
• Assist in the procurement, appraisal and evaluation of materials, performance contacts, tenders and agreements;

Job Experience and Skills Required

• BSC –Water Engineering
• High level technical expertise in designing and implementing community-based WASH projects; including engineering expertise in gravity-fed and water catchment systems.
• Community development and participation skills; experience in mentoring and building the capacity of colleagues and community members.
• Ability to plan own work, set priorities and complete work under pressure or when faced with competing demands.
• Proficiency in word processing and spreadsheet. Computer design skills desirable.
• Valid and clean drivers licence.
• Excellent written and spoken English language.

Attitude

• Commitment to Christian principles and beliefs
• Honesty and integrity
• A strong team player
• Maturity in decision making
• Patient, willing to learn and teach
• Flexible and adaptable in changing and demanding circumstances

N/B: Interested candidates should send their CV and cover letter to crwrckenya@crwrc.net

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