WASH Engineer at Jami Al Hakeem Foundation

Jami Al Hakeem Foundation is a Women Led, Non-Profit, Non-Governmental Organization, Registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) in 2008. The organization Since its inception has Extensive Experience in Coordinating Programme Interventions across Communities and Various Target Audience including Youths, Women, and Girls.

Jami Al Hakeem Foundation (J-HF) in partnership with ActionAid Nigeria, is implementing a 12-month Nigeria Humanitarian Fund (NHF) project titled” Women’s Empowerment for management of Acute Malnutrition and vital WASH Enhancement project (WEAVE)” to improve access to WASH services in Geidam and Fune Local Government areas of Yobe State, North-East Nigeria. The project will involve community engagement through training on waste management and sanitation marketing, involving women's groups and hygiene promoters. The project will further establish environmental health clubs in schools. Special events will be organized to raise awareness about positive hygiene practices, ensuring sustainable WASH and other related interventions in the target communities.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: WASH Engineer

Location: Damaturu, Yobe
Employment Type: Contract

Responsibilities
Pre-construction Phase:

• Conduct/Familiarize self with desk reviews of existing WASH data and reports relevant to the project area.
• Participate in pre-construction site surveys and assessments to identify suitable locations for boreholes and sanitation facilities, considering technical feasibility, community needs, and environmental factors.
• Develop technical designs and specifications for solar-powered boreholes, VIP toilets, and any other planned WASH infrastructure, adhering to national and international WASH standards.
• Prepare Bills of Quantities (BOQs) for construction materials and equipment.
• Liaise with relevant government agencies to obtain necessary permits and approvals for construction activities.
• Assist in the development of a WASH training plan for communities on operation and maintenance (O&M) of the facilities.

Construction Phase:

• Oversee the selection of qualified contractors through a transparent bidding process.
• Provide technical guidance and support to contractors during construction, ensuring adherence to designs, specifications, and quality standards.
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor construction progress, identify and address any potential issues, and ensure health and safety protocols are followed.
• Manage and document all construction activities, including daily logs, photographs, and technical reports

Post-construction Phase:

• Oversee the commissioning of completed boreholes and sanitation facilities.
• Facilitate training sessions for communities on the proper use, operation, and maintenance (O&M) of the facilities.
• Monitor the functionality and sustainability of the WASH facilities during the initial post-construction period.
• Prepare a final project report documenting the entire WASH intervention process, including design, construction, challenges encountered, and lessons learned.

Deliverables:

• Inception report outlining the WASH Engineer's work plan and methodology.
• Detailed technical designs and specifications for boreholes, VIP toilets, and other WASH infrastructure.
• Bills of Quantities (BOQs) for construction materials and equipment.
• Construction monitoring reports with documented observations and recommendations.
• Training materials for community O&M of WASH facilities.
• Final project report summarizing the entire WASH intervention.

Qualifications and Experience

• University degree in Civil Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in WASH engineering, with a proven track record in designing and supervising water supply and sanitation projects.
• Demonstrated experience in the design and construction of solar-powered boreholes and VIP toilets in humanitarian or development contexts.
• Strong understanding of national and international WASH standards and guidelines.
• Experience working in challenging environments, preferably in conflict-affected areas.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
• Fluency in English, Kanuri & Hausa languages and the ability to communicate effectively with local communities.
• Proficiency in using relevant WASH engineering software and tools.

Application Closing Date
10th April, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications (Cover Letter and an updated CV - no longer than four pages - in a single file and in PDF format) addressed to "The Human Resource Officer" via: [email protected] using the Job Title and Location as the subject of the mail.
Or
Submit their Applications addressed to "The Human Resource Officer" at:
The Head Office,
No 5 Yola Road, Jimeta,
Adamawa State.

Note

• Provide contact details (name, position, email address and tel. no.) of 3 professional non-related referees, whereas 1 must be from the latest Employer. Please do not attach any written recommendations.
• Only applications that address the stipulated duties and meet the required qualifications, sent together with a CV, will be considered. CV-only applications will not be considered. Please note: The position title and location must be written in the subject line of the e-mail otherwise will not considered.
• J-HF considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, gender, colour, religion, age, marital status, or disability.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
• Due to the large numbers of expected applicants, J-HF will only inform shortlisted candidates for written test and oral interview.
• For general information about J-HF, please consult: www.jamialhakeemfoundation.org
• Women and PLWDs are strongly encouraged to apply.