National Water Engineer
Location | Wau, Sudan |
Date Posted | March 31, 2020 |
Category |
Engineering
NGO |
Job Type |
Full-time
|
Currency | SDG |
Description
- Establish the existing and potential water demand for multiple uses of water including but not limited to; domestic and agricultural(irrigation and livestock);
- Make a thorough assessment of the water resources potential in the selected areas.
- Examine and evaluate the potential water sources identified and any possible water conflicts.
- Identify the most appropriate technology option for developing water resources in order to meet water demand and mitigate identified conflicts.
- Undertake detailed design and cost the options of the most appropriate multi-purpose water infrastructure and facilities for the 5 sites proposed to harvest surface water using Haffirs and 2 proposed site to use underground water. The design for haffirs includes the most sustainable water abstraction method and livestock water troughs and irrigation system where irrigated crop production is proposed.
- Undertake detailed hydrological and geotechnical assessment for the proposed haffir sites
- Make recommendation on the siting of the proposed hafirs and also the availability and suitability of the construction material for haffirs
- Assess main water access and use constraints and recommend appropriate interventions to ensure sustainability.
- Prepare designs and cost estimates for the identified optimal uses for each of the proposed water infrastructure and facilities.
- Produce socio-economic and environmental analysis of the intervention areas that is gender sensitive;
- Prepare detailed specification for invitation to bid for construction of the designed infrastructure
- Supervise the construction of water projects to insure the contractor's compliance with appropriate plans and specifications.
- Administering construction projects by completing necessary compliance forms, field books, and site diaries or correspondence on behalf of the International Water Engineer.
- Prepare and submit monthly construction and supervision reports to the Water Engineer at Country Office
- Ensure that the highest possible technical standard is achieved in the delivery of services
- Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisors
- University Degree in Civil Engineering, Hydrology, Water Resources Management, Water Resources Engineering, or Irrigation Engineering or an equivalent in relevant engineering fields from a recognized university.
- Have a minimum of seven years of proven experience in planning, designing and construction of haffirs and multipurpose boreholes
- Working knowledge of English. Knowledge of the local language is desirable.
- National of South Sudan or resident in the country with a work permit.
- Results focus
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Building effective relationships
- Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement
- Good interpersonal, communications and facilitation skills.
- Sound knowledge and experience in writing reports.
- Strong computer, word processing, and statistical skills.
- Good knowledge of the UN system, procedures and operational activities would be an advantage.
- Practical experience in paralegal work with an emphasis on South Sudanese criminal or civil or administrative procedures.
- Ability to organize and implement directly project activities (workshop, mission, assessment, etc.), work in hardship context and guide implementing partners and beneficiaries organizations.
- Ability to operate effectively in a team, contributing positively to team operations and working relationships
- Experience and ability to undertake field surveys and assessments using participatory tools and processes, data analysis and interpretation
- Experience in supervision of construction of haffirs and management of contracts
- Experience in the working in a multi-cultural environment and under complex emergencies would be an advantage
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Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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• Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted.
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Applying Instructions
To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. Only applications received through the recruitment portal will be considered.
Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile.
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