Danish Refugee Council (DRC) Engineering Officer Jobs in Uganda

) is a
private, independent, humanitarian organization working on all aspects of the
refugee cause in more than twenty five countries throughout the world. The aim
of DRC is to protect refugees and internally displaced persons (IDPs) against
persecution and to promote durable solutions to the problems of forced
migration, on the basis of humanitarian principles and human rights. DRC works
in accordance with the UN Conventions on Refugees and the Code of Conduct for
the ICRC and NGOs in Disaster Relief.

• Set up, plan,
  supervise and monitor the implementation of the infrastructure projects.
• Take part in the
  planning process and in the validation of Parish Development Plans (PDPs).
• Supervise and
  monitor the work of masons and participating communities.
• Supervise the
  technical aspects of the infrastructure projects.
• Organize and
  supervise baseline data collection and implementation of the technical and
  economic/impact assessment.
• Manage the
  community mobilisation and the process of selecting cash for work
  beneficiaries.
• Request
  materials to be purchased.
• Assess the
  activities undertaken and ensure efficient use of resources.
• Work in liaison
  with the Engineering Supervisor, work on project technical reports.
• Liaise with all
  internal and external stakeholders of the infrastructure projects.
• Assess the
  security situation at project sites in close collaboration with the
  Engineering Supervisor.
• Ensure
  protection of beneficiaries.
• Ensure regular
  communication between communities at the project implementation sites and
  DRC.
• Perform any
  other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

• The Engineering
  Officer should hold a Diploma in civil engineering from a recognized
  University or Institution.
• A minimum of
  four or more years of relevant work experience in labor based construction
  technology (cash for work interventions).
• A strong team
  player and ability to work well with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work
  with culturally diverse groups of people.
• Possess the
  ability and flexibility to travel within the West Nile Sub – Region.
• Computer literacy
  – proficiency in Excel and AutoCAD Program is preferable.
• Fluency in
  Lugbara/ Alur an added advantage.

• A cover letter
  (1 page) in which you explain why you are interested in the position and
  how you meet the qualities and qualifications criteria and salary
  expectations.
• Concise and
  accurate CV (maximum 3 pages). The CV should include information about
  your qualifications, relevant training courses, work experience, name and
  contact details of 3 relevant references.