The WASH Engineer will lead the technical planning, implementation, and monitoring of water and sanitation infrastructure activities under AWEC projects. This includes conduct assessment, develop technical designs and drawings, supervise, and ensure quality construction of solar powered and spring gravity water supply schemes, latrines, and bathing spaces in line with standards and guidelines.
The role ensures that communities have access to safe and sustainable WASH services through technically sound and environmentally responsible solutions.
The WASH Engineer will combine engineering expertise with a practical, community-based approach ensuring that every water point, latrine, or hygiene facility designed and built meets real community needs, adheres to standards, and supports the dignity and well-being of beneficiaries.
The WASH Engineer will be based in Nangarhar with frequent field travel to project locations including coordination with local authorities, partner organizations, and community representatives to ensure quality and sustainability of interventions.
Responsibilities:
Conduct detailed field surveys, technical assessments, and feasibility studies for new and existing water and sanitation infrastructures.
Prepare accurate, and clear engineering designs, drawings, technical specifications, and Bills of Quantities (BoQs).
Supervise the construction and rehabilitation of WASH infrastructures such as boreholes, piped water networks, solar-powered systems, gender-appropriate sanitation units (latrines, and handwashing stations).
Ensure all materials and workmanship meet quality and safety standards as per AWEC and donor guidelines.
Work closely with contractors, suppliers, and community members to ensure smooth/quality implementation and timely completion of activities.
Perform regular monitoring of construction sites and provide practical solutions to field challenges.
Coordinate with community leaders, WASH Committees, and local authorities.
Carry out water quality testing and ensure that water supplied meets national and international standards.
Train WASH Committees on operation and maintenance of water systems.
Ensure compliance with safety, gender inclusion, and environmental standards.
Facilitate community participation and train beneficiaries in the maintenance and sustainability of WASH systems.
Prepare engineering reports, site visit notes,progress updates, photos and handover letters for internal and donor reporting.
Collaborate with hygiene promoters and M&E staff for integrated WASH delivery.
