Civil Engineer (Wash/shelter)

 I. Overall Objective of the Position The Wat.san engineer is responsible to oversee implementation of the project in the field.  Duties and Responsibilities include: To assist in supervising, monitoring and implementation of the WASH project in the area of intervention; To ensure the quality of implementation of the project as per the programs standards guidance and based on the plan/proposal; To assist with planning of project activities under the supervision of the Program Manager; To manage and oversee the field officer and daily laborers achievements and provide them technical instructions; To monitor and supervise the contractor works and activities as per the agreement or signed contract with ACTED; To assess the activities undertaken and ensure efficient use of resources in close collaboration with the Program Manager; Technical support for implementation of WASH projects (including: draft BoQs, sketches, implementation plan; Report biweekly project progress report within (Program Management Framework); To ensure staff safety and security in the field (particularly workers, foremen, field officers, etc.)  II. Qualifications Required Educational background in Water and Sanitation ideally combined with health; Extensive experience in managing and implementing Watsan projects; Ability to coordinate and manage staff and project activities; Familiarity with the aid system, and understanding of governmental requirements; Strong organizational and supervisory skills; Demonstrate strong inter-personal skills; Ability to travel and work under difficult conditions and to meet deadlines under pressure; Highly motivated and with a desire to work with local communities; Ability to work with culturally diverse groups of people; Excellent spoken and written English; Spoken Arabic is an asset Working knowledge of computers using MS Word and Excel among other packages. Communicate effectively on email and use of internet. Being a strong team player and adept at creating a strong team spirit; Ability to make some appropriate decisions and to refer to the program manager whenever it is needed;