Assistant Electrical Engineer at World Vision International

Ukhia, Chattogram Division, Bangladesh -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Components, WASH Systems, Generators, Solar Pumps, Electrical Networks, Equipment Management, Coordination, Monitoring, Reporting, Work Plan Preparation, Solid Waste Management, Material Verification, Community Liaison, Data Collection, Cross-cultural Sensitivity

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

With 75 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith. Come join our 33,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children’s life stories! Employee Contract Type: Local - Temporary Job Description: Job Purpose: The Assistant Electrical Engineer supports the Technical Coordinator (Water & Sanitation) in ensuring the effective operation, maintenance, and reliability of electrical and mechanical components of WASH systems in Rohingya refugee camps. The role focuses on maintaining water supply infrastructure, including generators, solar pumps, and electrical networks, while ensuring the functionality of WASH facilities, proper equipment management, coordination with community stakeholders, and timely monitoring and reporting in line with UNICEF LTA standards and the BRCR program priorities. Key Deliverables: Ensure effective operation and maintenance of electrical systems supporting WASH infrastructure, including generators, solar pumps, and electrical networks for water distribution. Maintain uninterrupted operation of generator and solar-powered water supply systems to ensure continuous water distribution services in assigned camps. Conduct regular inspection, servicing, and troubleshooting of electrical equipment to ensure reliability and safety of WASH facilities. Supervise daily laborers and solid waste management volunteers to ensure proper functioning of waste management systems and maintain hygienic conditions in assigned camps. Verify the quality and specifications of materials and equipment delivered by vendors to ensure compliance with project requirements. Maintain effective coordination with community leaders, Majhi, Imams, and camp management to facilitate smooth implementation of WASH services. Prepare and submit weekly and monthly operation and maintenance reports, monitoring updates, and technical documentation related to WASH electrical systems. Key Responsibilities: Implementation of the WASH services: Prepare weekly, monthly and quarterly work plan for the operation and maintenance of WASH facilities in his/her assigned block/camps that are included but not limited to water distribution network, solid waste management sites and FSMs Manage all the generator of water network Manage all the Solar pump and solar power water network. Looks after all the electrical work of the camp Manage daily labor & SWM volunteers to ensure hygienic environment in the assigned block/camps Ensure 100% functionality of WASH facilities in the assigned block/camps Validate quality materials are received in the field from vendors/other stakeholders Ensure the careful use, regular servicing and appropriate replacement of all equipment for the assigned project Implementation of the WASH services: Prepare weekly, monthly and quarterly work plan for the operation and maintenance of WASH facilities in his/her assigned block/camps that are included but not limited to water distribution network, solid waste management sites and FSMs Manage all the generator of water network Manage all the Solar pump and solar power water network. Looks after all the electrical work of the camp Manage daily labor & SWM volunteers to ensure hygienic environment in the assigned block/camps Ensure 100% functionality of WASH facilities in the assigned block/camps Validate quality materials are received in the field from vendors/other stakeholders Ensure the careful use, regular servicing and appropriate replacement of all equipment for the assigned project Partnership & Coordination: Ensure close liaison & consultation with Communities leaders, Imam, Majhi during implementation of the WASH services. Prepare and maintain weekly/monthly O&M report, monitoring reports etc. Educational Qualifications: Degree in WASH related subject (BSc/Diploma in electrical engineering) Knowledge & Skills: Familiarity with the issues around water, sanitation and hygiene related issues and behaviors. Familiarity with protection issues in WASH, gender & Inclusion in WASH and accountability to affected persons programming Familiarities of using KoBO/other online survey tools and methods of data collection. Excellent coordination capacity with individuals and community group Excellent spoken Chittogonian or Rohingyan, desirable. Must be ready to work in a multi-cultural environment Appropriate communication skill and approachable Must have no history of violation of children rights Cross-cultural sensitivity, flexible worldview, emotional maturity and physical stamina Ability to work in and contribute to team building environment. Experience: 2 – 3 years’ relevant work experience, preferably 1 year in the humanitarian settings. Suitable candidate must have in depth knowledge in solar network. Work Environment: Must be able to do multiple tasks and willingness to travel in various locations of Bangladesh Rohingya Crisis Response ( BRCR) as required. Salary: Negotiable Availability: Candidates with immediate joining availability will be given preference. Workplace: On-site (office-based) Employment Status: 6‑month contractual position, with the possibility of extension subject to donor approval. World Vision is committed to first do no harm to children or adult beneficiaries, to respect the rights of all beneficiaries, and to uphold the best interests of children as a primary consideration in all actions and decisions; accordingly all the recruits will go through specific checks and compliance procedures in accordance to its Child and Adult Safeguarding Policy. World Vision Bangladesh has zero tolerance towards incidents of violence or abuse against children or adults, including sexual exploitation or abuse, committed either by employees or others affiliated with our work. World Vision Bangladesh as Child Safe Organization discourages anyone to apply with prior record of conviction related with child neglect, abuse and exploitation. Women & Persons with Disability are highly encouraged to apply. Applicant Types Accepted: Our vision for every child, life in all its fullness. Our prayer for every heart, the will to make it so. As a global Christian relief, development and advocacy organisation, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith. Learn more about our work at wvi.org. Our organisational culture reflects a "Partnership" of World Vision offices in 100 countries and 33,000+ staff working towards one vision: life in its fullness for every child. A career with World Vision is a God-given calling, and we believe that every staff member has been brought to World Vision for God’s purposes. Whether working from home, in an office, or with children and community members, we celebrate and embrace each staff member’s diverse background and talents – knowing that together, we can make a difference. Together, #WeAreWorldVision. Learn more about our culture. Our people are our greatest asset. Each staff member brings their unique experience and God-given talents to the organisation – and in return World Vision provides employees a competitive "Total Rewards" package tailored to the context in which they work. Learn more about benefits. Have questions about applying to a job with World Vision? See our Frequently Asked Questions.

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Responsibilities

The Assistant Electrical Engineer supports the Technical Coordinator in ensuring the effective operation, maintenance, and reliability of electrical and mechanical components of WASH systems, focusing on water supply infrastructure like generators and solar pumps. Key duties include conducting inspections, troubleshooting equipment, supervising laborers, coordinating with community stakeholders, and submitting regular operation and maintenance reports.