Job Title: Senior Engineer

Sector: Operations

Employment Category: Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time

Open to Expatriates: No

Location: Libya

Work Arrangement:

Job Description

TERMS OF REFERENCE
Background
The IRC launched an emergency health response in Libya in September 2016 as the humanitarian situation in the country was deteriorating following the 2014 civil war. Since then, the IRC has broadened its portfolio with health, protection, and governance programs aiming, directly and in partnership, to employ a holistic approach to meeting the needs of crisis affected and vulnerable communities across the Libya to survive, recover, and gain control of their futures.

IRC Libya works with Libyan national and local health authorities to provide quality, inclusive health services to vulnerable populations and strengthen the overall health system. To support post-flooding recovery in this region, the IRC plans to assist in repairing several health facilities damaged by the September 2023 flooding.
Tasks to be performed/Responsibilities:
Directly responsible for the planning, implementation, and monitoring of health facility renovations in line with project requirements and specifications.
Directly supervise two IRC construction engineers.
Liaise with Ministry of Health engineering department on a regular basis.
Manage the renovation processes in the health facilities in coordination with the Field Coordinator, Supply Chain Coordinator, and Health Coordinator.
Perform regular site visits to check on progress, ensure a high quality of work is being performed, and all specifications outlined in renovation contracts are being met by vendors.
Provide timeline for renovation works to the Supply Chain team and follow up with vendors and IRC engineers to ensure work proceeds according to schedule.
Identify implementation challenges and opportunities and raise these to the Field Coordinator, Supply Chain Coordinator, and Health Coordinator.
Keep the Field Coordinator updated on progress daily.
Ensure project progress is documented, integrating IRC procedures in all aspects of project.
Maintain and improve quality results by completing quality assurance tests; following standards; studying, evaluating, and redesigning processes; and implementing changes when needed.
In consultation with the Field Coordinator, manage daily relationship with local authorities’ engineers.
Duration of consultancy

The Senior Engineer will have their primary base in Shahat, with regular visits to various locations in the eastern region, including Shahat, Al Bayda, Derna, and other areas as designated by the Field Coordinator.

Qualifications

Qualifications
A certificate in Civil Engineering / Architecture or a diploma in Building and Construction.
Excellent English language level, both written and verbal.
At least 4 years’ experience in managing construction works. Previous experience renovating health facilities is an added advantage.
Previous INGO experience is an added advantage.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate clearly.
Good writing and organizational skills
Excellent computer skills.
Cultural and diversity sensitivity, commitment, and an understanding of the values of IRC and the principles of equal opportunities.
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The IRC and IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in IRC Way – Standards for Professional Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Anti Workplace Harassment, Fiscal Integrity, and Anti-Retaliation.

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