Job Vacancy Announcement: Population Services International (PSI)

Position Title: Specialist, WASH Engineer

Department/Program: WASH

Level: TBD

Reports to: Manager – WASH Engineer -County Office

Location: Southern Ethiopia – Wolayita Sodo, Oromia – Chiro, Afar – Mile, Somali – Jigjiga

Duration of Contract: Indefinite based on performance and availability of funds

Remuneration: As per organization pay scale plus other PSI/Ethiopia staff benefits

Vacancy Posted Date: July 12, 2024

Application Deadline: July 25, 2024

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About PSI

Population Services International (PSI) is the world’s leading non-profit social marketing organization, headquartered in Washington, DC. We operate in more than 65 countries, working in both private and public sectors to provide affordable healthcare products and services, such as mosquito nets, contraceptives, and HIV testing. PSI/Ethiopia focuses on reimagining healthcare, putting consumers at the center, and using technology to bring quality care closer to communities.

Join Us!

We have over 9,000 employees worldwide with diverse backgrounds and skills. We aim to deliver quality healthcare solutions by working with government and private partners and innovating with technology.

Position Overview

The Specialist, WASH Engineer will ensure high standards and quality in water supply and small-scale irrigation construction and rehabilitation activities. The role requires strong engineering, communication, and supervisory skills, as well as the ability to create and review technical specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervision: Oversee new and rehabilitation construction of water supply and small-scale irrigation projects.
• Quality Assurance: Review and provide recommendations on technical designs, drawings, specifications, and standards of construction.
• Documentation: Prepare takeoff sheets, payment certificates, and as-built drawings in consultation with contractors and WASH engineers.
• Field Work: Frequently travel to construction sites to oversee and report on the progress and quality of projects.
• Collaboration: Conduct regular review meetings with the WASH team, consortium partners, and stakeholders.
• Technical Feedback: Provide corrective feedback and ensure quality results under community management.

Deliverables

• Supervision plans and reports with clear recommendations.
• Documented comments for consortium partners with follow-up actions.
• Technical quality assessment tools and reviews.
• Program briefs, learning notes, and other communication products.
• Progress reports.

Required Qualifications

• MSc/BSc in Water Engineering or related field.
• Minimum four years (MSc) or six years (BSc) of water engineering experience, preferably with a development or emergency/humanitarian organization.
• Proficiency in engineering software (AutoCAD and EPHANET/WATERCAD mandatory).
• Strong interaction record with USAID and other stakeholders is a plus.
• Experience in the construction and rehabilitation of drinking water and small-scale irrigation facilities.
• Excellent technical quality assurance and improvement skills.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills in English.
• Knowledge of local languages and context is an added advantage.

Desired Attributes

• Collaborative team player.
• Strong writing and presentation skills.
• Experience in development and emergency contexts.
• Fluency in spoken and written English.
• Experience working in drought and conflict-affected areas.

How to Apply

Are you intrigued? Apply by following our 3-step application process:

1. Fill out the mandatory application form: Online Application Form. It will only take 5 to 10 minutes.
2. Send your CV and application letter to recruitment@psiet.org. Clearly mark “Application for Specialist, WASH Engineer Position” in the subject line.
3. Check your email to ensure you receive an automatic response acknowledging receipt of your CV. If you don’t receive the automatic response, re-submit your CV and application letter with the correct subject line.

Application Deadline: July 25, 2024. We’ll contact you if there is a good fit on both sides.

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