Project Engineer (Chipinge): GOAL

Who we are
GOAL is an international non-denominational, non-governmental and non-political humanitarian organisation dedicated to work towards ensuring the poorest and most vulnerable in our world and those affected by humanitarian crises have access to the fundamental rights of life, including but not limited to adequate shelter, food, water and sanitation, healthcare and education. We began humanitarian and developmental work in Zimbabwe from 2002 have gradually evolving from emergency response to long-term development. Currently our focus is on Livelihoods, Nutrition and WASH.

Career Opportunities with GOAL
GOAL is an equal opportunities employer to all individuals seeking possible employment with the organisation. We are looking for suitably qualified, highly competent and motivated individuals to be part of the GOAL Zimbabwe team for the Zimbabwe Country Program on a fixed term duration. Interested employment seekers are invited to apply for the following vacant positions:

General Description of the Project
In collaboration with the World Food Programme, GOAL Zimbabwe will carry out a Food for Assets (FFA) program in Chipinge. This project is aimed at establishing and/or revitalizing irrigation schemes, weir dams and dip-tanks. Working through communities, the program will introduce Watershed management, Climate Smart agriculture Training, Nutrition sensitive agriculture training, Village Savings and Lending Scheme (VSAL), Establishment of Asset Management Committees.

General Description of the Role
Reporting to the Project Manager, the Project Engineer will be responsible for providing technical guidance in the design, implementation, and certification of infrastructural projects for the Food for Assets Project.

Summary of Key Duties
Planning of asset creation activities by providing technical support to the Project Manager; Undertakes detailed feasibility study and pre-check surveys in conjunction with relevant government departments to determine scope of work (including person days, food, workers); Produces project design report for input into Terms of Reference for contractors and discusses with Project Manager for further guidance on action; Generates Bill of Quantities (BOQs), financial budget and technical design for the project; Supervises the contractor / communities during the project implementation; Carries out post-project survey and submits to the Project Manager; Facilitates handover of completed livelihood assets to communities and stakeholders

Person Specifications (Attributes and Qualifications)
A Degree in Civil Engineering/Agricultural Engineering or equivalent; 4-6 years’ experience in community projects engineering or related field; Experience with construction projects on previous Food for Assets projects; Knowledge of WFP donor regulations a must; Evidence of maturity and experience in working in community development programmes; A team player with exceptional interpersonal skills and dealing with stakeholders at district level; Ability to work under pressure, with minimum supervision.

To apply
Interested individuals who meet the above specifications should apply via email to [email protected] clearly indicating the position being applied for on the subject line of the email. The application must include an application letter; and a Current CV with full contact details of at least three contactable referees. Please note that applications received outside the stated channels will be disqualified.