What We Do
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral, and independent organization whose exclusively humanitarian mission is to protect the lives and dignity of victims of war and armed violence and to provide them with assistance. It also endeavours to prevent suffering by promoting and strengthening humanitarian law and universal humanitarian principles.
Purpose
WatHab Technician 1 implements small or non-complex engineering projects within the scope of ICRC’s Juba Urban Water Project Phase 2 and under the close supervision and guidance of their hierarchical superior. S/he personally carries out on-site works and monitors them for quality control and compliance with design documents. S/he has a close working relationship with external stakeholders related to their projects.
Functional Responsibilities
Supervises the installation, assembling and testing of pipes, fittings, water tanks and other hydromechanical equipment (pumps, mixers, etc.) for compliance with project documents, ICRC standards, and local building codes/standards, and ensures corrective action is taken if necessary.
Monitors the operation and performance of hydromechanical equipment installed by the ICRC (pumps, pressure gauges, water meters, generators) and ensure routine maintenance is carried out as per standard procedures.
Conducts quality control during equipment installation.
Reads, interprets and prepares pipeline and hydraulic drawings, diagrams and schematics.
Supervises small numbers of casual laborers or contractors working on project sites.
Facilitates communication and contacts between ICRC and local communities.
Prepares daily reports on project implementation/progress.
Produces technical documents including, but not limited to, bills of quantities, installation and operation and maintenance manuals
Provides information to their supervisor and project colleagues on stakeholder issues, security and site progress.
Manages project purchasing on labour and materials according to the delegation’s logistical and financial rules, including holding working advances when necessary and documenting the expenses in line with ICRC procedures.
Certification/education required
Technical vocational training, apprenticeship (in plumbing, mechanics, hydraulics, water technology or related discipline) or equivalent professional experience.
2-3 years’ professional experience (post-training) in plumbing, mechanics, hydraulics or related field.
If no certification, 4-6 years professional experience.
Excellent command (spoken and written) of Juba Arabic.
Excellent command (spoken and written) of English.
Application instructions.
Applicants are requested to create an account online in the e-recruitment system via https://www.southsudanjob.com before applying
All applications must be submitted online through E-Recruitment System until Friday**, 27th January 2023 at 5:00 PM** to the attention of the HR Manager**.**
A one-page Cover Letter and CV of no more than 2 pages, in English should be provided to support your application.
*You would be part of a neutral and impartial organization with a motivated and international team, that offers a good salary and compensation package, lots of training and individual development. *
**The ICRC values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all qualified applicants especially women and persons with disabilities. **