About US:
Welthungerhilfe (WHH), founded in 1962, is today one of the biggest non-governmental aid and development agencies in Germany. We campaign against worldwide hunger and for sustainable food and nutrition security by promoting site-appropriate farming, establishing access to clean water, sanitation and hygiene, improving healthcare and education for people living in rural areas. Welthungerhilfe currently has four areas of operation in Moroto, Lira, Adjumani, and Fort Portal.
About RIAS Project:
In anticipation of a grant from the German Government, the organization will implement a long-term project “RIAS – Strengthen Resilience through Infrastructure, Agriculture and Skills” in Arua and Adjumani District possibly starting in March 2015.The project aims to improve the livelihood of refugees and local host communities in the settlement areas.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsible for designing, planning and budget estimation for community infrastructure building (public health and educational infrastructure) rehabilitation and construction of deep boreholes and managing WASH campaigns with refugees and rural communities
Manage the procurement procedure of public tender and prepare bill of quantities and tender analysis.
Ensure the timely designing of contract documents for civil works and supervision of contractors to ensure timely achievements and strong compliance with the quality standards.
Provide regular quality monitoring of project work and feedback to the Management
Build and maintain close relationship with relevant Departments of the districts
Responsible for the preparation of compliance completion report at the end of the various phases of the project.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The ideal candidate should hold a Bachelor of Science Civil Engineering
At least six years’ experience in Civil and Building Engineering preferably gained within international NGO setting and with demonstrated capacity to deliver results on time
Past experience in managing several projects of buildings, roads and water. Profound experience (5 years) in WASH context is desired
Cost estimating, Architectural/ structural design software (CAD) and Contract Management skills
Possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
Computer literacy skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, CAD).
Excellent interpersonal, leadership and communication skills
Possess the ability to work and stay in remote/ rural locations.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send a pdf document consisting of cover letter (1 page) and CV (max. three pages) to: co.uga.recruitment@welthungerhilfe.de
Please identify the position for which you are applying in the subject line of your E-mail.
Deadline: Friday, 27th February 2015 by 4PM