Site Engineer (Afghan Nationals Only)

Main Purpose of the Job:

1. Livelihood Improvement:
   • Utilize engineering knowledge and skills to identify, design, and implement projects that enhance and diversify livelihood opportunities for the target population.
2. Income Generation:
   • Develop and implement initiatives aimed at increasing income levels for individuals and communities through the introduction of sustainable and resilient livelihood practices.
3. Infrastructure Development:
   • Plan, design, and oversee the construction or improvement of infrastructure related to livelihood activities. This could include agricultural facilities, water management systems, processing centers, and more.
4. Technology Integration:
   • Integrate appropriate technologies to optimize and modernize livelihood practices, fostering efficiency, productivity, and sustainability.
5. Community Engagement:
   • Work closely with communities to understand their needs, preferences, and challenges related to livelihoods.
   • Facilitate participatory approaches to project planning and implementation, ensuring community ownership and sustainability.
6. Capacity Building:
   • Provide training and capacity-building support to community members to enhance their skills and knowledge in livelihood-related areas, empowering them to take charge of their economic well-being.
7. Market Access:
   • Identify and establish market linkages for the products or services generated through livelihood activities, ensuring that communities have access to viable markets.
8. Monitoring and Evaluation:
   • Implement monitoring and evaluation mechanisms to assess the impact of livelihood interventions, making data-driven adjustments for continuous improvement.
9. Sustainability and Resilience:
   • Integrate principles of sustainability and resilience into livelihood projects to ensure long-term positive outcomes and the ability to adapt to changing conditions.
10. Collaboration:
    • Collaborate with relevant stakeholders, including government agencies, NGOs, and local partners, to leverage resources, expertise, and support for livelihood initiatives.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Community Technical Assessment:
   • Collect, enter, and analyze necessary technical assessments conducted by the team.
   • Ensure proper documentation and soft entry of all estimations and analytical measurements for the project.
2. Work Supervision:
   • Follow up on community work with laborers to ensure the completion of tasks according to project requirements.
3. Documentation:
   • Maintain proper documentation and systematically enter all estimates and analytical measurements for the project.
   • Provide support to the team as needed.

Specific Duties:

1. Site Visits and Monitoring:
   • Visit project sites to observe environmental problems, consult with contractors, and monitor construction activities.
2. Design Expertise:
   • Design Cash for work projects, agricultural water ponds, traces, and water storages in dry and drought-affected communities.
3. Water Quality Advice:
   • Provide advice on water quality and address issues related to pollution management, river control, and ground and surface water resources.
4. Training and Education:
   • Conduct training sessions on water management for Water User Committees (WUC).
   • Organize educational programs for farmers or farm cooperative members to enhance agricultural productivity.
5. Cash for Work Planning:
   • Select the best areas for cash-for-work projects based on project criteria.
6. Infrastructure Planning:
   • Plan and direct the construction of rural water distribution systems, as well as irrigation, drainage, and flood control systems for soil and water conservation.
7. Client Meetings:
   • Regularly meet with clients, such as district or regional councils, farmers, and developers, to discuss their needs.
8. Construction Supervision:
   • Supervise and record day-to-day construction activities to ensure quality and adherence to project specifications.
9. Meeting Participation:
   • Actively participate in external and internal meetings related to the project.
10. Ad Hoc Tasks:

• Undertake any other tasks assigned by the line manager to contribute to the success of the project.