Water and Habitat Engineer
Your task
As a Water and Habitat Engineer working for the ICRC, you will be responsible for the planning, design and implementation of engineering projects for victims of armed conflict. Working in a team, your tasks will include conducting needs assessments, surveying water and housing needs, negotiating with local authorities and firms regarding project implementation and handling all aspects of project management.
Selection requirements
- Minimum age 25
- Very good command of English. Fluency in another ICRC working language (French, Spanish, Russian or Arabic) is a strong asset
- University degree in architecture, civil or structural engineering, hydrology, hydraulic, geology or related fields
- Minimum three years of professional experience in this field, including the management of technical support staff
- Experience of working internationally is a strong asset, in particular for a humanitarian organisation
- Proficient in the use of IT Office Tools and CAD drawing software. Knowledge of Epanet software is an asset
- Prepared to accept unaccompanied postings (i.e. no spouse, partner, children or dependents) for the first two missions (minimum 12 months each)
- Valid driving licence for manual transmission vehicles
Your profile
- Strongly motivated by humanitarian work
- Able to work under pressure in a potentially dangerous environment
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent team leader, with a high level of intercultural understanding
- Excellent organisational skills, able to prioritise a complex workload and to work autonomously as needed
- Hands-on approach to project management
What we offer
- The opportunity to provide crucial assistance to victims of armed conflict as part of a highly professional and dedicated team
- A wide range of professional experience in challenging environments, combined with an attractive career plan
- Competitive salary and benefits
Length of assignment: 12 months minimum
Please note that owing to the ICRC's working procedures and principles, in particular the principle of neutrality, we cannot assign personnel to a country of which they are a national.
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