Requisition ID: req55586
Job Title: Assistant-Architecture Engineer (Afghan Nationals Only)
Sector: Program Administration
Employment Category: Regular
Employment Type: Full-Time
Open to Expatriates: No
Location: Kabul, Afghanistan
Work Arrangement: In-person
Job Description
Analyse the needs and requirements of clients and communities.
Tracking the progress of a project to ensure it meets the design standards, timeframes, and budget. Such as Site inspection, Schedule tracking, Quality control, Safety Checks to ensure compliance with local regulation
Choosing appropriate materials that meet design and safety standards, considering factors such as sustainability, cost, and durability.
Overseeing construction projects to ensure they are completed on time, within budget, and according to design specifications.
Ensuring that designs meet local building codes, safety regulations, and environmental standards.
Working closely with architects, civil engineers, and construction teams to implement design concepts and solve technical problems.
Designing energy-efficient buildings and promoting sustainable practices, such as using renewable materials and minimizing environmental impact.
Assist in conducting technical assessments of communities, collecting data, and maintaining accurate records.
Help with the documentation of estimations, Cash for work project plans, and analytical measurements.
Provide support during the design and planning stages of livelihood projects, including infrastructure improvements and cash-for-work initiatives.
Accompany the team on site visits to monitor project progress, consult with contractors, and assess environmental conditions.
Assist in supervising labourers to ensure tasks are completed in line with project specifications.
Support in managing and documenting day-to-day construction activities related to water management, irrigation, and other infrastructure.
Work closely with field engineers to gather feedback on livelihood initiatives.
Assist in organizing and facilitating community meetings, training sessions, and educational programs aimed at enhancing agricultural productivity and water management.
Help identify and establish market linkages for community products, contributing to income generation efforts.
Assist in developing training materials for Water User Committees (WUC) and other community groups.
Help with organizing capacity-building workshops aimed at enhancing technical and entrepreneurial skills in the target population.
Assist in the collection, entry, and analysis of project-related data.
Support in preparing regular reports on project progress, highlighting achievements, challenges, and areas for improvement.
Support and implement monitoring and evaluation tools to track the impact of livelihood interventions.
Support the field engineers in liaising with local stakeholders, including government agencies, partners, and community leaders, to ensure alignment and cooperation.
Participate in internal and external meetings as required to stay informed and provide administrative support.
Qualifications
Education:Bachelor’s degree in architecture engineering.
Relevant Experience: Have the ability to generating new irrigation infrastructure ideas.
Experience with design software’s such as AutoCAD, SketchUp, 3DMax, and so on.
Additional training or certifications in project management or community development will be an asset.
Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in design and drawing of irrigation canals, and projects, supporting livelihood, infrastructure.
Basic knowledge of engineering principles related to water management, agricultural infrastructure, or construction projects.
Proficiency in using relevant software (e.g., MS Office, data entry tools) and the ability to maintain clear and accurate records.
Ability to work in a team, with good communication and interpersonal skills.
Familiarity with English and other local languages.
Strong commitment to supporting vulnerable communities and contributing to their development.
Detail-oriented, with the ability to follow tasks through to completion.
Willingness to travel to remote areas for fieldwork as required.
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