Water and Habitat Generalist Technician - Kharkiv – 878160

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 Department seeks a competent Water and Habitat Generalist Technician to join our team in Kharkiv. As a team member and in close collaboration with Water and Habitat Project Officers and Managers, a Water and Habitat Technician contributes to development of engineering project components of Housing, Public Buildings, Medical Infrastructures Rehabilitation, or small or non-complex engineering projects, monitors on-site works, assists, and carries out needs assessments, and surveys.

A Water and Habitat Technician has a close working relationship with external stakeholders related to the Water and Habitat projects. 

Start date: March 2025

Your Tasks and Responsibilities

• Monitor project implementation for compliance with project documents, ICRC standards, and local building codes/standards 
• Conduct quality control of construction, equipment, machinery and materials (Civil, Energy, Mechanical and/or Hydraulic), and prepare reports on project implementation/site progress 
• Conduct quality control during infrastructure design/construction, and prepare reports on project implementation/site progress 
• Prepare and compile site reports on project implementation 
• Assist in identifying and analyzing needs through assessments and surveys 
• Manage project purchasing on labor and materials according to the delegation's logistical and financial rules
• Develop project documents (drawings, bill of quantities, contracts etc..) for small or non-complex engineering projects using approved formats 
• Train and organize training for end-users in the operation and maintenance of infrastructure installed by the ICRC 

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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 36,000 and 51,000 (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 Generalist Technician 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
• Technical background an asset[LdL1] 
• 1-2 years of professional experience in a related field of activity 
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electricity, masonry or related disciplines
• Professional fluency (written and spoken) in 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.

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 Certifications / Education required

• Technical vocational training in plumbing, electricity, masonry or related disciplines, apprenticeship, or equivalent professional experience.

• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electricity, masonry or related disciplines.