Ethiopian Red Cross Society (ERCS) Vacancy Announcement

The Ethiopian Red Cross Society (ERCS) invites qualified and competent applicants to apply for the following vacant position:

Position: Senior WaSH Engineer

Job Summary:

Under the general direction and supervision of the WaSH Manager, the Senior WaSH Engineer is responsible for:

• Conducting needs assessments of WaSH facilities infrastructure.
• Performing feasibility surveys, developing bills of quantity, specifications, and implementation schedules for WaSH project activities.
• Monitoring and supervising the WaSH activities implemented in different branches.
• Providing technical support and suggestions to implementing branches.
• Timely reporting on the implementation of WaSH project activities.
• Preparing detailed designs for the rehabilitation of existing water sources and the development of new water sources and subsequent infrastructure.
• Ensuring the completion of WaSH project activities within the timeframe and allocated budget.

Details of the Position:

• Work Unit: Disaster Risk Management Department
• Reports to: Health and WaSH Division
• Terms of Employment: One-year contract
• Place of Work: Addis Ababa
• Salary: Negotiable

Skill and Educational Background:

• MSc/BSc in hydraulics, irrigation, water resources, or other water-related engineering disciplines.
• Proven practical experience in the planning and execution of WaSH projects for at least 6/8 years.
• Experience working with rural development projects, preferably in large water and sanitation or related projects.

Application Instructions:

Interested candidates meeting the required qualifications are invited to fill out the online employment application form via the following link: ERCS Online Employment Application Form before the closing date of this announcement.

Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply!

Deadline: June 11, 2024

Join the Ethiopian Red Cross Society and contribute to meaningful and impactful work in WaSH projects across the country.