Water and Habitat (WatHab) Project Officer – Kyiv – 873981

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 ICRC is mandated to work in countries affected by armed conflict or other situations of violence. The ICRC is present in over 100 countries and has some 18,000 staff worldwide. In 2014, the ICRC expanded its presence in Ukraine. Over 900 team members working across the county in various professional fields.

About the job 

The ICRC Water and Habitat Unit seeks a competent WatHab Project Officer to join our team in Kyiv. This role plans designs and implements engineering projects, monitors on-site works, and carries out needs assessments and surveys. The WatHab Project Officer will provide a close working relationship with external stakeholders related to the WatHab projects.  

Start date: as soon as possible

Your Tasks and Responsibilities

• Draw up documents (drawings, bills of quantities, contracts, etc.) for engineering projects 
• Monitor project implementation for compliance with project documents, ICRC standards, and local building codes/standards, ensuring corrective action is taken where necessary 
• Assess, collect, and compile technical information relating to the Water and Habitat programs in relation to the People Deprived of Freedom in Ukraine
• Participate in the assessment in places of detention projects and prepare of technical documentation for the projects using standard ICRC programs for the construction and rehabilitation of buildings
• Participate in the preparation of tender documentation (including bills of quantities, specifications) and contractual documents, as well as collaborate with the Logistics Unit, particularly when it comes to organizing payments  
• Supervise contractors working on project sites and conduct quality control of infrastructure installed by the ICRC 
• Monitor and supervise the implementation, especially contracted works, of Water & Habitat projects in the field and prepare work progress reports
• Create project files in electronic databases (such as the Project and Activity Management - PAM application) and keep them up to date 
• Prepare implementation/progress reports
• Train or organize training for end-users in the operation and maintenance of infrastructure installed by the ICRC 

What we offer you

• A great team to work with and an organization where you have an impact
• Employment contract according to Ukrainian labor law with flexible working arrangements 
• Competitive salary between UAH 51,000 and 74,000 (gross) before taxation
• Medical insurance for you and your depending family members
• Comprehensive onboarding and learning opportunities
• 20 days of annual paid leave
• Convenient office location in the city center

The ICRC is an equal opportunity employer that prioritizes staff safety and security. We are committed to diversity and inclusion within our workforce and encourage qualified female and male candidates of all backgrounds, including candidates with disabilities to apply for the position. We also value our employees' professional growth and offer a supportive and inclusive work environment. For more information, visit the website http://www.icrc.org/.

 

About you

To be successful as WatHab Project Officer in the Water and Habitat Unit, you should possess the following qualifications and experiences and have the following characteristics:  

• Ukrainian citizenship or permanent residence permit in Ukraine
• University degree relevant to the subject matter (e.g., in energy, environmental, civil, structural, architecture, mechanic, electromechanics engineering or similar)
• Preferably 3-5 years of professional work experience in a related field of activity 
• Proficient in the designing software (AutoCAD) 
• Computer literacy 
• Strong knowledge of essential engineering and construction concepts
• Good command (spoken and written) English and Ukrainian 
• Self-motivated with a strong commitment to teamwork and humanitarian principles
• Flexible, enthusiastic, and willing to learn
• Ability to work independently, as well as effectively under supervision
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks
• Ability to work within a diverse team and establish and maintain good working relations in a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural, and multi-disciplinary environment

Interested? Yes? THEN APPLY!

Please submit your English CV, along with your motivation letter and salary expectations, to the attention of the ICRC People and Culture Team. Please label your CV with your first and last names (First Name LAST NAME). In addition, please complete the compulsory ICRC questionnaire. The questionnaire is available through the following link: https://forms.office.com/e/APw3dvQMHJ. (Click on the link or copy the link into your internet browser.)

Your application will be considered only once you have completed the ICRC questionnaire and uploaded your English CV.

Application deadline: 28 February 2025

Only candidates meeting the abovementioned criteria will be contacted to move forward in the recruitment process.

The ICRC reserves the right to re-issue the vacancy, cancel the recruitment process, offer a position at a lower grade, with an adjusted job description or different duration, or to recruit a candidate who matches the required profile before the deadline.