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About the Organisation
LWF World Service is the humanitarian and development arm of the Lutheran World Federation. We are a widely recognized, international, faith-based organization working in over 20 countries. We seek to bring people of all backgrounds together in the common quest for justice, peace, and reconciliation in an increasingly complex and fragmented world. Lutheran World Federation (LWF) Uganda is part of the LWF World Service and we are currently supporting Congolese and South-Sudanese refugees living in settlements in the districts of Kamwenge, Adjumani, Moyo, Kyangwali and Lamwo respectively.
Wash Technician job at Lutheran World Federation (LWF) Uganda | Apply Now
Kampala, Uganda
The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) Uganda is a humanitarian and development agency dedicated to addressing human suffering and poverty through community empowerment, human rights advocacy, and sustainable development. As part of the global LWF network, LWF Uganda is recognized for its effective programming in refugee settlements and marginalized communities. The organization fosters a collaborative work culture that values diversity, inclusion, and professional growth, offering employees opportunities to contribute to impactful projects.
LWF Uganda operates in various districts, including Kampala, Adjumani, and Lamwo, providing services such as education, protection, and livelihoods support. The organization embraces innovation by integrating community-based approaches and partnerships to enhance program delivery. Core values such as dignity, justice, compassion, respect for diversity, inclusion, and transparency guide its operations. LWF Uganda is committed to corporate social responsibility by engaging in initiatives that promote social equity and environmental sustainability. For more information, visit uganda.lutheranworld.org.
Are you looking for Engineering jobs in Uganda 2024 today? then you might be interested in Wash Technician job at Lutheran World Federation (LWF) Uganda
Full Time
Deadline:
11 Dec 2024
Job Title
Wash Technician job at Lutheran World Federation (LWF) Uganda
Lutheran World Federation (LWF) Uganda
Job Description
Job Title: Wash Technician (Fresher Jobs)
Organisation: LWF World Service (LWF)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: WASH Officer
Under the guidance of the WASH officer, the Wash Technician is responsible for Operation and maintenance of water supply systems, hand pumps functionality, monitoring water quality, supervising pump operators including listening to their needs, conducting preventive maintenance and report any water related challenges to WASH officer.
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
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Deadline: 11th December 2024
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Responsibilities:
Supervision of WASH related constructions (motorization, water storage reservoir tank, borehole drilling and rehabilitation pump testing).
Conduct regular field monitoring and assessments for all water pump stations, hand pumps and tap stand and report timely to the supervisor.
Dismantle and re-Install water supply system components such as pumps, motors, inverters, chlorinators, and solar panels, cables when needs arises.
Timely and effectively respond to water system break downs to ensure reliability of water supply to the communities served.
Keep track of basic water supply stock levels (fittings and accessories) items of request, usage and reporting against them.
Ensure safety and cleanliness of pump stations and reservoirs with its premises on a routine basis.
Ensure Water supply related databases are update routinely
Mentor or coach pump operators in water system operation and maintenance guidelines
Engage with the local leaders and water users to ensure ownership of their tap stands and handpumps as well institutions.
Represent LWF during WASH settlement coordination meetings and any other stakeholder engagements as you be required.
Provide periodic quality reports regarding water supply and the sector.
Ensure Chlorination of all water supplied and routinely monitor the FRC as well provide reports.
Regular monitoring of the water systems functionality.
Ensure and adhere to pump station generators fuel request, documentation and monitoring usage as required.
Undertake any other related tasks, or other responsibilities as may be assigned by the Supervisor.
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Qualifications:
BSc, Engineering, preferable to be Civil and/or Water Engineering or higher university/postgraduate
Other certificates related to public health and/or communication and training will be an asset.
Experience of 2-3 years in field of civil construction and water infrastructure engineering, at least 1-2 years in WASH sector.
Working ability with tight deadlines and in a fast growing/changing program environment.
Commitment to working through systems of community participation and accountability
Computer literate, knowledge and experience of working on Auto CAD, EPANET, Google Earth Pro, Ms. Excel, word, Power point.
Strong organizational skills.
Strong knowledge and skills as well as practical experience of using civil engineering tools such Surveying
Basic skills in Electro-mechanic that helps you in managing water supply systems.
Special Skills, Aptitude or Personality Requirements:
Problem Solving and Decision-Making skills
Ability to inspire and build capacity of national staff
Good interpersonal skills and excellent negotiation skills
Excellent English Language (both written and spoken)
Information Technology (MS Office, Internet)
Ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines
Good team worker with good communication skills
Ability to exercise sound judgment, to remain flexible to a changing environment, and to make decisions independently.
