Education:

• Advanced University degree in Agricultural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering and Building Engineering or First University Degree with additional years of related work experience and/or trainings/courses.
  

Language: Fluency (level C) in English language. Intermediate knowledge (level B) of a second official UN language, National Professional: Fluency (level C) in English language and the duty station's language, if different

• 5 to 10 years of progressively responsible experience in rural engineering, irrigation development, watershed management, construction supervision, or related fields.

• Experience designing and supervising small and large-scale civil works in rural or emergency settings.

• Experience with resilience building, food systems, or humanitarian/development programmes is an advantage.

• Demonstrated experience working with communities, government partners, and NGOs.

A. Engineering Design, Planning and Technical Support

• Provide engineering and project management services for ACL and resilience activities, ensuring compliance with WFP standards, national codes, and environmental safeguards.

• Lead the technical design and costing for small-scale civil and agricultural Infrastructure, including:

• Solar-powered irrigation schemes

B. Field Supervision, Quality Assurance and Safety

• Oversee construction and rehabilitation of livelihood assets to ensure conformity with approved designs and safety requirements.

• Conduct regular field monitoring visits to assess progress, materials quality, workmanship, and compliance.

• Certify completed works, ensuring proper documentation (as-built drawings, test reports, material verification).

• Identify engineering risks, propose mitigation measures, and guide partners accordingly.

C. Support to Cooperating Partners, Government and Communities

• Provide technical backstopping to implementing partners on design, implementation, and maintenance of community assets.

• Conduct technical capacity assessments and deliver training on irrigation management, water harvesting, asset maintenance, and construction quality.

• Support the establishment and strengthening of Irrigation Water Users Associations (IWUAs) and other community structures for sustainable asset management.

D. Procurement and Contract Management Support

• Support the Procurement and Cooperating Partners Management Units during bidding/partnership processes, including development of technical specifications, responding to bidder queries, and conducting technical evaluations.

• Engage with contractors/suppliers during implementation to ensure quality and adherence to contractual obligations.

• Maintain detailed engineering records (site logs, photos, inspection reports, test results, certifications).

E. Data, Reporting and Knowledge Management

• Compile engineering data and inputs for monthly, quarterly, and donor reports.

• Document lessons learned, develop knowledge products, and promote adoption of innovative water and land management technologies.

• Contribute to inter-agency technical working groups and WFP internal coordination fora.