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Water and Habitat Project Officer

Application deadline
Place of work
No. 359 Lot 571, B D. Subdivision, Sta. Maria Street Zamboanga City, Philippines
Contract
Fixed term (12 months)
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The Wathab Engineer 1 plans, designs and implements engineering projects within the scope of the ICRC water and habitat assistance objectives with supervision and coaching from the water and habitat programme manager. 

S/he monitors on-site works, carries out needs’ assessments and surveys, and propose, plans, designs, implement and reports new projects. The position coordinates with the local government, detention, health, water districts, other agencies implementing similar projects, and the beneficiaries of the projects and other relevant departments of the ICRC.

Responsibilities

  • Management, technical oversight, and supervision of rural water projects (spring protection, small-scale water networks, and solar pumping systems
  • Sanitation: focus on community household sanitation and hygiene promotion
  • Structures: implementation of basic cultural and civil engineering projects, including the construction of rehabilitation of essential infrastructure in health facilities and jails
  • Collaboration with the national society, mobilization of volunteers and engagement with communities in a holistic and team-oriented manner

Required profile

  • University degree in Civil engineering, electrical or mechanical engineering
  • Has knowledge in hydraulics and architecture
  • Exposed in the awareness of the ICRC mission
  • With technical competencies
  • A team player
  • Knowledge in English, Filipino and other local languages

What we offer

  • An opportunity to join the world's largest humanitarian organization.
  • Competitive salary and social benefits
  • Professional development and benefits package
  • A multicultural team of humanitarian workers

How to apply

Qualified applicants are requested to submit their resume and cover letter to man_recruitment@icrc.org by 31 January 2025.

Please clearly indicate in the subject line: SURNAME First name – ZAM WatHab Engineer (Resume & cover letter).


Office location: No. 359, Lot 571 B, D. Subdivision, Sta. Maria Street, Zamboanga City
Contract duration: Fixed term (12 months)
Contract Start Date: Immediately

*Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is successfully filled.

The ICRC values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Only short-listed candidates will be notified. A valid NBI clearance must be submitted once shortlisted.

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About us

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is a neutral, impartial and independent humanitarian organization headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland that protects and assists victims of armed conflicts and other situations of violence without discrimination. It has been active in the Philippines for more than 70 years, with a permanent presence since 1982. The ICRC works closely with the Philippine Red Cross, its primary partner in the country.

The Wathab Engineer plans, designs and implements engineering projects within the scope of the ICRC water and habitat assistance objectives with supervision and coaching from the water and habitat programme manager.

Apply now