Details of Technical Specialist hydrological
About the institution
Name | Somaliland Community Action Network (SCAN) |
City | Hargeisa |
Job Requirement | Duties and Responsibilities: ·
Within
delegated authority, the Technical Specialist hydrological will be responsible
for the following duties: ·
Drip
Irrigation Systems: Design, implement, and maintain advanced drip irrigation
systems to optimize water use in agricultural activities. ·
Surface
Water Structures: Oversee the construction and maintenance of surface water
structures, including dams and geo-membrane plastic sheet linings, to enhance
water storage and distribution. ·
•soil
and Water Conservation: Develop and manage soil and water conservation
projects, including constructing half-moon structures, soil bunds, check-dams,
and gully prevention measures. ·
Project
Management: Plan, supervise, and evaluate water engineering projects, ensuring
timely completion and adherence to quality standards Technical Support: Provide technical guidance and
support for water management and conservation activities, addressing
engineering challenges as they arise. Community Engagement: Work closely with local
communities to ensure effective implementation of water conservation practices
and address their specific need Location and Time Commitment: * Primary Locations: Hargeisa and Gabiley
districts. * Time Commitment: The Water Engineer will
spend approximately 80% of their time working directly with the community in
both Hargeisa and Gabiley districts. Skills and Qualifications Education: DEGREE WATER
ENGINEERING with five year experienced, supplemented with experience or
additional education in education, social services, nutrition, agriculture or
another related field. Experience: A minimum of 5 years of progressive working experience in an international project setting is required. Project implementation experience in Somalia is a strong asset. Language: Fluency in both oral
and written communication in English and Arabic. Knowledge: Experience utilizing
computers including word processing, spreadsheet and other software packages. Attributes Interpersonal Ø The ability to interact with people at all levels in the
organization. Ø Problem solving Ø The ability to apply the principles of problem-solving techniques
to identify and resolve a problem in the best interest of all stakeholders. Ø Analytical Ø The ability to analyses situations and to arrive at the best
possible solution. Ø Strategy Management Ø Strategic management is that set of managerial decisions and
actions that determines the long run performance of a business. It includes
Environmental Scanning, Strategy Formulation, Strategy Implementation and
Evaluation and Control. Ø Reporting Ø The ability to accurately give an account of information
pertaining to the performance of outputs Team player The ability to work with
colleagues and necessary stakeholders to ensure effective delivery of work. How to apply Applications must be
submittedApplication procedures: Applications to be sent to
scanjobs0@gmail.com Only short-listed candidates shall be contacted. This position offers a
significant opportunity to make a meaningful impact on water management and
conservation in Somaliland. Female candidates are strongly
encouraged to apply. Email
scanjobs0@gmail.com |
Member Since | Sep 16,2024 |
Last Worked | Sep 16,2024 |
Closed Job By Somaliland Community Action Network (SCAN) | 0 |
Job Requirement
Duties and Responsibilities:
·
Within
delegated authority, the Technical Specialist hydrological will be responsible
for the following duties:
·
Drip
Irrigation Systems: Design, implement, and maintain advanced drip irrigation
systems to optimize water use in agricultural activities.
·
Surface
Water Structures: Oversee the construction and maintenance of surface water
structures, including dams and geo-membrane plastic sheet linings, to enhance
water storage and distribution.
·
•soil
and Water Conservation: Develop and manage soil and water conservation
projects, including constructing half-moon structures, soil bunds, check-dams,
and gully prevention measures.
·
Project
Management: Plan, supervise, and evaluate water engineering projects, ensuring
timely completion and adherence to quality standards
Technical Support:
Provide technical guidance and
support for water management and conservation activities, addressing
engineering challenges as they arise.
Community Engagement:
Work closely with local
communities to ensure effective implementation of water conservation practices
and address their specific need
Location and Time Commitment:
* Primary Locations: Hargeisa and Gabiley
districts.
* Time Commitment: The Water Engineer will
spend approximately 80% of their time working directly with the community in
both Hargeisa and Gabiley districts.
Skills and Qualifications
Education: DEGREE WATER
ENGINEERING with five year experienced, supplemented with experience or
additional education in education, social services, nutrition, agriculture or
another related field.
Experience: A minimum of 5 years of progressive working experience in an international project setting is required. Project implementation experience in Somalia is a strong asset.
Language: Fluency in both oral
and written communication in English and Arabic.
Knowledge: Experience utilizing
computers including word processing, spreadsheet and other software packages.
Attributes
Interpersonal
Ø The ability to interact with people at all levels in the
organization.
Ø Problem solving
Ø The ability to apply the principles of problem-solving techniques
to identify and resolve a problem in the best interest of all stakeholders.
Ø Analytical
Ø The ability to analyses situations and to arrive at the best
possible solution.
Ø Strategy Management
Ø Strategic management is that set of managerial decisions and
actions that determines the long run performance of a business. It includes
Environmental Scanning, Strategy Formulation, Strategy Implementation and
Evaluation and Control.
Ø Reporting
Ø The ability to accurately give an account of information
pertaining to the performance of outputs
Team player
The ability to work with
colleagues and necessary stakeholders to ensure effective delivery of work.
How to apply
Applications must be
submittedApplication
procedures:
Applications to be sent to
scanjobs0@gmail.com Only short-listed candidates shall be contacted.
This position offers a
significant opportunity to make a meaningful impact on water management and
conservation in Somaliland.
Female candidates are strongly
encouraged to apply.
Email
scanjobs0@gmail.com