Non-profit Jobs - Engineering Assistant at MAP International
Organisation: MAP InternationalMAP International, is a global non – profit faith based organization that was founded in 1954, that supports humanitarian, health, relief and development initiatives in vulnerable communities to improve the health and overall welfare of people in more than 130 developing countries. MAP International maintains an affirmed commitment to diversity and equal opportunity in the fulfillment of its global mission. MAP offers its services to all people, regardless of their religion, gender, race, nationality or ethnic background.Job Summary: The Engineering Assistant will be responsible for reviewing the feasibility and design of community access roads, Livestock watering points (water ponds), micro-dams, water harvesting systems, culvert installations and construction works related to soil & water conservation of NUSAF 2 Program in Kotido District. The Engineering Assistant will work hand in hand with NUSAF 2 Program team but with direct supervision from the Program Officers-NUSAF 2 and in close collaboration with Project Assistants NUSAF 2.Key Duties and Responsibilities: Supports the NUSAF 2 program team in the follow up of implementation, organizing training for beneficiaries and program staff related to all public works under NUSAF 2 Program.Ensure that field staffs are properly trained as regards the constructions part of the public works component of NUSAF 2.Responsible for the design and planning of community access roads, Livestock watering points, micro-dams, water harvesting systems, culvert installations and construction works related to soil & water conservation.Intuitively review the feasibility and technical designs of community access roads, Livestock watering points, micro-dams, water harvesting systems, culvert installations and soil & water conservation structures.Carry out technical supervision on community roads, Livestock watering points, micro-dams, water harvesting systems, culvert installations, and soil & water conservation construction works.Assist in the planning and implementation of Community based staff activities related to community access roads, livestock watering points, micro dams, water harvesting systems, culvert installations and construction work related to soil and water conservation.Develop training materials for the NUSAF 2 team for improved construction works as related to the program goal and objectives.Conduct periodic reporting on work progress, challenges and proposed solutions;Coordinate with the district engineering department for supervision of community roads, Livestock watering points, micro-dams, water harvesting systems, culvert installations and soil & water conservation constructions works.Update the Program Officer- NUSAF 2 regarding the constructions component for internal and external reports like weekly Sitrep), monthly and final reports with respect to the formats and deadlines.Offer relevant information, action points for quality assurance of all public works activities and project inputs implemented by the organization.Compile and submit weekly activity reports and monthly monitoring reports to the Program Officer- NUSAF 2.Qualifications, Skills and Experience: The applicant must hold a Diploma in Civil Engineering from a related institutionExcellent communications skills — interpersonal, written and verbal.Good computer software skills.Knowledge of technical drawings.Possess the ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.Working knowledge and experience in other cultures and languages within Uganda.Ability to work as team player, coach and mentor team members and manage stressful working environmentAbility to ride a motorbike with valid licenseAll qualified and interested applicants must send an updated resume/CV, cover letter, statement of faith, previous salary history, minimum salary requirements, three professional references (e-mail address and phone number to include Supervisors), and a date of availability to mapuganda@map.org. NB: Only short – listed candidates will be contacted. The email subject line MUST include the following: Engineering Assistant – Kotido Uganda and attach to the email enclose the information as outlined in the paragraph above.For More Ugandan Jobs, Please Visit http://www.theugandanjobline.com or find us on our facebook page https://www.facebook.com/UgandanJobline
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