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Amref Health Africa is the largest international health NGO in Africa, committed to improving the health of people across the continent. Amref Kenya, the country program office, implements innovative projects to transform the lives of millions. They are currently seeking a dedicated and skilled Project Associate (WASH Engineer) to support the WHEEL project under the Population Health & Environment (PHE) department in Kilifi County.
Amref Kenya is looking for a proactive and technically proficient Project Associate (WASH Engineer) to contribute to the planning, design, and implementation of WASH interventions in Kilifi County.
Project Associate (WASH Engineer) - Amref Kenya
Job Overview
Positions Available: 1
Employment Type: Full Time
Deadline: Not Specified
Salary: Not Specified
Main Purpose of the Job
To support the WHEEL project, under the Population Health & Environment (PHE) department, in planning, designing, and implementing water, sanitation, and hygiene hardware interventions in Kilifi County.
Reporting Relationships
The Project Associate will report to the Project Officer and work closely with the project team.
Scope of Job
External Liaisons: Government of Kenya and County Officers, consultants, contractors, artisans, community leaders, and teachers.
Key Responsibilities
In consultation with the Project Officer, the Project Associate will be responsible for the following:
Technical Expertise & Support:
- Support in the supervision of construction works.
- Develop technical designs, bills of quantities, and tender documents and coordinate with relevant government bodies (NEMA, Department of Public Works, WRA, and Department of Health) for approval and licensing.
- Build the technical capacity of artisans.
Monitoring, Evaluation & Innovation:
- Conduct needs assessments, site selections, and technical feasibility studies using appropriate tools and criteria.
- Iteratively seek out climate-smart WASH innovations.
- Develop tools for monitoring quality standards.
- Facilitate quarterly technical visits for the M&E officer/department.
- Conduct routine monitoring and supervision of hardware projects to ensure adherence to protocols, approved blueprints, plans, and bills of quantities; and to gain insights on what can be improved.
- Participate in periodic reflection meetings and support supervision activities to ensure project progress and quality standards.
Reporting:
- Prepare relevant reports on assessment reports, water quality, feasibility, and others.
Other Tasks:
- Participate in project implementation activities beyond engineering for professional experience and growth in WASH programming.
Qualifications
Educational Background:
- A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Civil Engineering, Mechanical, or Construction), or a related field.
Experience:
- At least 1-2 years of experience in the WASH Sector.
- Construction management for multiple concurrent sites.
- Exposure to work in a medium to large NGO setting is an added advantage.
Key Skills and Competences:
- Good understanding of Microsoft Office Tools.
- Innovative problem-solving and critical thinking.
- Excellent use of engineering software (AutoCAD).
- Effective and empathic communicator.
- Ability to deliver quality work with minimal supervision.
- Hardworking and results-oriented.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Able to work with cross-functional teams.
- Effective planning and coordination.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the Amref Kenya career portal:
📌 Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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