Overview
Provide specialized WASH engineering technical and quality assurance services to support the implementation of UNICEF’s solar water pump system development project in Samar Province and review/inspect all technical and physical outputs of the project process.
Key Responsibilities
- Site assessment of target PHCFs for solar water pump system development and improvement WASH facilities
- Design and scoping for solar water pump and WASH equipment, supplies and services
- Technical support to the Supply Unit and CER Section for the procurement of service provider for solar water pump development and improvement of sanitation and hygiene facilities in target PHCFs
- Project supervision and quality assurance
- Capacity building and sustainability planning
- Documentation of technical and social processes, results and learnings
Required Experience
- Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible professional experience in civil engineering, construction management, or related fields, preferably the WASH sector
- Proven experience in the design, implementation, and quality assurance of WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) infrastructure projects, particular community water supply system development.
- Expertise specifically on solar water pump systems is preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to work with diverse stakeholders, including government agencies, local communities, and implementing partners.
- Experience with UNICEF, other UN agencies, international NGOs, or similar organizations in emergency or early recovery settings is an asset.
- Strong understanding of national and international standards for construction, particularly in WASH/water supply infrastructure, and familiarity with climate-resilient and sustainable construction practices.
- Proficiency in engineering design tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil 3D) and project management software.
- Excellent technical documentation and report writing skills
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree on civil, environmental, sanitary or water engineer, or a related field is required.
- Professional licensure as Engineer in the Philippines is required
