Solar water heater supplied by the ICRC© ICRC, Ref.YE-D-00047
Your task
The ICRC water and habitat engineer assesses the water and housing needs of victims of armed conflict. He/she plans projects to solve the problems encountered, negotiates with local authorities and firms regarding project implementation, supervises the execution of the projects and handles all aspects of their administration.
Selection requirements
- minimum age 25
- prepared to accept unaccompanied postings for the first two missions (minimum 12 months each)
- excellent command of English; French an asset
- recognized degree in public health engineering, civil engineering, sanitary systems, electro-mecanic engineering, electricity or similar areas (hydrogeology, construction, ...)
- at least three years postgraduate experience in chosen field, humanitarian/international field experience an asset
- driving licence (for manual transmission vehicles)
- fully conversant with IT tools
Your profile
- strongly motivated by humanitarian work
- capable of leading a multicultural team
- responsible and well-organized
- able to work under pressure in a potentially dangerous environment
What we offer
- an opportunity to practise your profession in a setting of humanitarian endeavour
- a training course prior to departure
- a multicultural working environment
- generous social benefits
