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• Responsible for the implementation,
  management, supervision and support of the assigned infrastructure and/or
  WASH project(s) in line with the activity plan and time frame of the
  relevant project proposal(s) and any applicable national and international
  guidelines and standards as well as providing support to the CPM in
  developing new standards.
• Manage the quality construction of all
  infrastructure structures, ensuring good maintenance and sustainable
  processes are put in place especially helping to involve more the local
  communities drawing on similar experience in WASH projects, namely helping
  to improve the current communities’ setup.
• Work towards the continual improvement of
  the processes and the technical implementation of the infrastructure WASH
  program. In particular help implementing a better framework and give
  feedback on how to both have better ensure quality of the work being done
  while keeping paperwork to reasonable amount.
• Offer input into the integration of
  beneficiary participation and accountability (BA) in all aspects of the
  project. Help integrate beneficiary participation into the existing
  project(s) framework: communities, random selection of casual laborer for
  interview and help develop new ways in integrating BA into infrastructure
  project(s).
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of
  activities for internal and external reports (e.g. monthly, quarterly and
  final reports) as requested by field managers, CO and donors.
• Support the CPM in analyzing former
  infrastructure and WASH projects and budgets in order to improve project
  and budget quality and procedures.

• Manage and oversee the assigned team
  including being part of the recruitment team, day-to-day management,
  development and training, appraisals, etc.
• Promote health and security of team(s) by
  providing support to the CPM in developing security and safety guidelines
  in the workplace and ensuring healthy living conditions and practices are
  followed.

• Work closely with relevant field managers
  to plan, construct and manage budgets for the assigned project(s).
• Be part of procurement evaluation
  team/committee for all WASH related procurement/contracts or services.

• Manage the correct and timely ordering
  (within budgetary constraints) of all necessary Infrastructure and WASH
  supplies and equipment for the assigned activities, ensuring minimum
  stocks are maintained and items are stored and distributed correctly and
  timely.
• Ensure the careful use, regular servicing
  and appropriate replacement of all equipment, within budgetary
  constraints, for the assigned project(s).

• The ideal candidate for the HIJRA Public
  Health Engineer job opportunity should hold an advanced Degree in Water
  and Sanitation Engineering, Environmental Science, Public Health or any
  other related Field.
• At least five years of skills and
  experience gained preferably in emergency settings.
• A minimum of five years of related working
  experience in a relevant field.
• Previous experience of project management
• Experience of contract management highly
  desirable
• Experience of working with communities and
  community-based organizations
• Prior experience in promoting community
  involvement and participation in program implementation including set up
  and training of water user committees and sanitation committees and
  managing community relations and interaction.
• Previous experience of implementing rural
  water and sanitation projects
• Demonstrated analytical and conceptual
  skills to plan projects, timetable agreed activities and oversee
  activities
• Ability to implement effective projects
  with sometimes limited resources.
• Excellent computer skills including
  familiarity with AutoCAD (latest version), Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability and willingness to work in remote
  areas for extended periods of time
• Outgoing personality with excellent communication
  skills.
• Good team player, flexible and capable of
  working with a multinational country team

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