Water and Habitat WaSH Project Officer - Kharkiv – 810538

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 (WatHab) Department seeks a competent Water and Habitat (WatHab) WaSH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) Project Officer to join our team in Kharkiv. In this role, you will be responsible for the planning, design, and implementation of engineering projects, as well as monitoring on-site activities. You will also conduct needs assessments and surveys in close collaboration with the management team. The WatHab WaSH Project Officer will maintain strong working relationships with external stakeholders involved in Water and Habitat projects.

Start date: March 2025

Your Tasks and Responsibilities

• Develop and manage hydraulic engineering projects components (e.g., water, wastewater)
• Draw up documents (drawings, bills of quantities, contracts, etc.) for hydraulic engineering projects components using approved formats; 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 hydraulic and overall WASH sector in Ukraine, in particular in Kharkiv, Sumy and Poltava regions
• Participate in the preparation of tender documentation (including bills of quantities, specifications)
• Participate in the preparation of contractual documents, including advertisement, detailing payment terms, selection of winning contractor through criteria, and collaborate with Logistics who organizes payment according to measured works and ensure procedures and confidentiality are respected
• 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 energy related projects in the field and prepare work 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 Water and Habitat WaSH Project Officer in the Water and Habitat Department, you should possess the following qualifications and experiences and have the following characteristics:  

• Ukrainian citizenship or permanent residence permit in Ukraine
• University degree in Civil, Structural, or Hydrological/Hydraulic Engineering, Architecture, or a related field
• A minimum of 3 to 5 years of professional experience in WaSH project management
• Proven experience in managing contractors and overseeing project execution
• Proficiency in drawing software, particularly for construction and hydraulic engineering projects
• Strong understanding of water and sanitation systems, as well as construction engineering principles
• Professional fluency in both written and spoken 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: 19 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.