The International Committee of the Red Cross Delegation in Ethiopia

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral and independent organization whose exclusively humanitarian mission is to protect the lives and dignity of victims of armed conflict and other situations of violence and to provide them with assistance.

The international Committee of the Red Cross Delegation in Ethiopia would like to invite qualified and competent applicants to apply for the following vacant Post.

1: WatHab Engineer 1

Location: Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa

Terms of Employment: Fixed term contract until December 2024 with possibility of extension based on budget availability.

Job Summary:

WatHab Engineer 1 plans, designs and implements engineering projects within the scope of the ICRC’s water and habitat assistance objectives with supervision and coaching from their hierarchical superior. S/he monitors on-site works, carries out needs assessments and surveys, and plans new projects. S/he has a close working relationship with external stakeholders related to their projects.

General Duties:

Understands and adheres to the seven Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement
Understands and adheres to the ICRC Code of Conduct
Understands the roles of the components of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement
Respects and observes staff regulations and security rules at all times
Represents the ICRC in a professional manner at all times
Develops and maintains a pleasant and conducive working environment with colleagues and line managers
Performs all duties with the highest level of confidentiality in the interest of the employees and the ICRC
May be asked to perform tasks not covered in this job description and to provide support to other departments when necessary

Skill and educational background

  • University Degree in Engineering (Civil /Hydraulic Preferred) with a strong knowledge of Habitat, water, and sanitation
    5 years of work experience in design and construction project management.
    Good managerial, analytical and organizational skills
    Proficient in use of standard programmes (Word, Excel, AutoCAD, Water CAD, , Sewer CAD, SAP, SketchUp)
    Strong communication and negotiation skills
    Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and professional background

  Application way

Interersted shall submit their electronic CVs and cover letter through the ethiojobs.net website

Deadline: Dec 25, 2023

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