Electro-Mechanical Engineer

Job Expired

Job Overview

The ICRC Delegation in Libya has a vacancy for:

The position will be based in the Benghazi Sub Delegation

As electromechanical Engineer based in Benghazi, the Engineer will support the Water-and-Habitat (WatHab) department in the assessment, evaluation, elaboration and implementation of ICRC-engineering projects. The engineer will report to the WatHab Delegate and coordinate with the WatHab team, supporting the activities of the team and the Humanitarian Operation in Benghazi.

Main Responsibilities:

Contributes to the identification, development and implementation of projects related to power supply, rehabilitation of facilities, water distribution, wastewater and others aligned with the ICRC mandate, independently and as a team member.
Participates in the evaluation of the projects / program and makes recommendations.
Establishes comprehensive technical reports on completed projects.
Prepares and submits project proposals including descriptions, sketches, drawings, bill of quantities, cost estimations and implementation planning, based on analysis and department objectives.
Supervises contractors, sub-contractors and consultants in the field.
Trains and coaches technical field staff & daily laborers working on electrical, water and sanitation projects
In line with the Delegation’s priorities, the electromechanical engineer plans and organizes visits to operational areas and project sites, if need be with overnight stays in the field.
Coordinates his/her field trips with other sub-delegations, Water and Habitat engineers and other departments if necessary.
Assesses the needs related to electrical supply, on national, regional and local level. Collects all relevant information for the implementation of identified and approved interventions. Provides assessment reports.
Draws up tender and contract documents for engineering projects related to electricity and electro-mechanics using approved formats.
Monitors implementation of projects related to electricity and electro-mechanics using approved formats, applying ICRC standards, and local building codes/standards, ensuring corrective action is taken where necessary.
On request, assists other engineers and ICRC-structures with electrical or electro-mechanical assessments of projects, providing technical reports, designing technical solutions, drafting technical documents, identifying and sourcing of equipment etc.
On request, assesses also needs related to water, sanitation, hygiene and habitat, and shares information with his/her superiors and concerned colleagues.
Is capable of using different electrical measurement devices and tools and has good troubleshooting skills
Interviews authorities, local associations, NGO’s and beneficiaries independently and in coordination with other colleagues.
Supervises small numbers of contractors working on project sites and conducts quality control of infrastructure installed by the ICRC.
Provides input to operational reports (WOR/weekly operational reporting, Quarterly reports).
Updates and manages the Water and Habitat Project Assistant database (WPA) to update the projects in his/her portfolio – including obtaining input from other Water and Habitat Engineers if necessary.
Provides regular information to colleagues on security, stakeholder issues and site progress.
Manages project purchasing on labour and materials according to the delegation’s financial rules.
Administers hand-over of ICRC-provided infrastructure to end-users.
Trains or organizes training for end-users in the operation and maintenance of infrastructure installed by the ICRC.
Uses results-based management to evaluate project implementation.
Helps identify needs through assessments and surveys.

Required background, skills and experience:

Bachelor/master’s degree in electrical/Mechanical engineering or similar with 3 to 5 years of experience in electromechanical engineering/instrumentation field.
Must have a solid background in electrical/mechanical installations in different areas like healthcare facilities, water sanitation/production plants and similar.
Very good command of written and spoken Arabic and English is a must.
Very good computer skills using Microsoft Office Excel/Word and CAD
Good Knowledge and experience in project management in terms of planning, Quality/cost controls and scheduling
Familiar with technical specifications of electromechanical equipment as known as pumps, electrical motors, generators, HVAC and other.
Very good analytical skills
Capacity of treating information confidentially
Excellent organizational and methodical abilities, sense of initiative.
Service oriented with a strong sense for setting of priorities and flexibility.
Strong advocacy skills
Interest for humanitarian activities (especially ICRC’s).

We offer a rewarding and enriching work opportunity in a humanitarian and international environment with initial training and on-boarding

_____________________________________________________________________

Interested candidates with the required background and experience are invited to submit their application with 2 references to tri_recruitment@icrc.org before 14^th March 2022, with the title in the email subject

“Electro-Mechanical Engineer in Benghazi”

CVs not mentioning the position in the subject line, will not be considered

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted for tests and interviews