VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Mercy Corps Sudan is implementing a USAID funded BRIDGE (Building Responsibility for the delivery of government Services) Program in Upper Nile to support the Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA) in Sudan through the delivery of tangible peace dividends and building capacity of State and County governments. In Upper Nile, Mercy Corps will focus on delivering concrete improvements in livelihoods that reinforce support for peace and contribute to government capacity for transparent, participatory planning and delivery of services. Together with NGO partners, MC will build on their existing service delivery to support well being of the communities, but will also strategically work closely with the local governance authorities to increase their role in managing the delivery of the services
We are currently recruiting for qualified internal and external candidates to fill the following position of an Engineer based in Mabaan, Upper Nile
GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:
Working under the Infrastructure Specialist and in coordination with other Sector Heads, the Engineer will be responsible for implementation of infrastructural activities outlined in the BRIDGE project. S/he will be responsible for carrying out requisite assessments, supervising staff, implementing project activities, liaising with appropriate LGA organs, monitoring and evaluating activities undertaken.
The position provides design, implementation, coordination, supervision and monitoring of all construction activities including CFW and filed office extension. The focus of the activities is on the respect of the program objectives and UNICEF/Sphere recommendations. The position will be based in Mabaan with extensive travel to the other program field offices. More then 70% of time he/she should be able to be in field.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Assist the Infrastructure Specialist with strategic planning of BRIDGE’s construction activities
- Provide technical support for the implementation of the Engineering projects (producing stabilized soil blocks using alternative building technologies, constructions of building, Cash for Works projects, WASH, drainage systems and water sources like boreholes, wells, hafirs, etc.).
- Design plans and drawings of construction, etc. (using AutoCAD/ArchiCAD);
- Assist to estimate costs, prepare specifications for materials drafted in the bill of quantities upon existing market prices;
- Assist in conduction of tender bidding and selection of competitive partner for construction of sub-project implementation;
- In coordination with the HR department and the Team Leader, recruit and supervise requisite staff for implementation of construction activities
- Liaise with appropriate LGA organs for purpose of coordination, training and participation in infrastructure development
- Maintain close links with BRIDGE partner agencies for purposes of sharing best practices / synergies
- Represent Mercy Corps and its partners at relevant forums at the State / County levels
- Support the M&E team in collating, organizing, storing and reporting information on BRIDGE’s construction activities. Knowledge on KAP survey and any other assessments.
- In consultation with the Operations Team, oversee procurement; asset management and coordination of shared resources such as vehicles as related to construction activities
- Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to the BRIDGE Consortium Project, Mercy Corps and partner organizations
- Support Infrastructure Specialist and WASH officer as required including filling-in during his absences.
- Train established User Committee and technician to provide sustainability of implemented projects
- Other duties as assigned by Team Leader, Infrastructure Specialist or anyone acting in this capacity.
KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:
- University graduate with 2 years or 5 years experience with certificate / diploma in any engineering field
- Relevant engineering experience (at least 2 years)
- Familiarity with and experience on USAID funded projects will be an added advantage
- Experience in managing staff
- This position also calls for sincere commitment to engaging communities and local government administrations in developmental initiatives.
- Experience living and working in unstable or conflict areas.
- This position requires high computer literacy with a full knowledge of office applications as well as AutoCAD/ArchiCAD/TurboCAD.
- Fluency in written and spoken English and Arabic. Knowledge of local languages will be an added advantage.
Interested candidates who meet the above required qualification and experiences should submit by April 30th, 2010 their application letters, detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), copies of academic & professional certificates and national identification card to: apply@sd.mercycorps.org or to HR/Admin Manager, Mercy Corps Sudan or hand deliver to any Mercy Corps Offices in Juba, Yei, Wunrok, Agok, Leer, Renk, Malakal, Maban, Malualkon & Mankein
“Women are encouraged to apply”
(Only short-listed candidates will be contacted)
