Water and Habitat Engineer for International Committee of the Red Cross (Based in Zamboanga City)

The International Committee of the Red Cross is a neutral, impartial and independent humanitarian organization that works to protect and assist people affected by armed conflict and violence. The ICRC has been working in the Philippines for more than 50 years. It carries out a range of activities to meet the needs of displaced and other vulnerable people, promote respect for international humanitarian law, and respond to emergencies, often in cooperation with its local partner, the Philippine Red Cross.

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Delegation in the Philippines is looking for suitable candidates to fill the following vacancy for:

WATER & HABITAT ENGINEER (Based in Zamboanga City)

The position of a WatHab Engineer calls for a person qualified and experienced in the field of engineering to implement water, sanitation and general construction projects in evacuation centers, transitional sites, detention places and rural water supply projects in the Philippines. He/she will work under the direct supervision of the Water and Habitat Delegate and Coordinator

Main tasks:
• Carries out needs assessments in evacuation/transitional sites, rural water projects and detention contexts to identify humanitarian gaps and propose technical solutions
• Develops proposals (plans, BOQs, budgets, schedules, contracts, etc.) for interventions to respond to humanitarian needs
• Organizes and monitors all aspects of project implementation
• Directs, negotiates with and follows up contractors
• Evaluates the impact of projects on the beneficiaries
• Provides written and oral reports on all activities
• Maintains contacts with interlocutors and/or authorities at the local level
• Represents ICRC in the field by maintaining a professional outlook and exemplifying the values ICRC espouses


Minimum required profile:
• A licensed civil engineer with a strong background / experience in following up project implementation on building sites. Additional experience on rural water projects would be an asset.
• Proven experience in managing the different aspects of the project cycle such as assessment, design, BOQs, budget estimates, tendering, financial follow-up, logistics, scheduling, implementation, monitoring and evaluation
• At least five years of practical experience in construction and engineering
• Able to produce precise technical sketches of existing conditions and of proposed projects
• Proven experience in dealing and negotiating with contractors and suppliers
• Fluent in spoken and written English and Tagalog. Good knowledge of Tausug and/or Badjao would be an asset.
• Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office. Knowledge of AutoCad and/or Epanet software would be an asset.
• Available to travel on request to all parts of the Philippines for varying periods of time and adaptable to challenging working environments
• Past experience with humanitarian organizations would be an asset
• A motivated and independent self-starter with an analytical mindset, pragmatic problem-solving approach and a strong desire to assist vulnerable populations
• Good team spirit and ability to work in an international and multi-disciplinary team

Office address: 

ICRC Zamboanga

 2F Red Cross Youth Hostel, 

Rizal St., Pettit Barracks, Zamboanga City

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Qualified applicants are requested to email their comprehensive resume, recent NBI clearance and a motivation letter stating interest in the position and salary expectation with subject line: Surname Name - WatHab Engineer not later than 28 February 2014. Submit application to facuna@icrc.org