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Construction Engineer

Community Development and Social Affairs Charity Organization CDSACO

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Full Time 2026-06-27 Male

Job Overview

Location

Kunar

Nationality

Afghan

About Community Development and Social Affairs Charity Organization CDSACO

About Community Development and Social Affairs Charity Organization (CDSACO):

Community Development and Social Affairs Charity Organization (CDSACO) is an independent, non-governmental, non-profit, and non-political organization established to support the development and humanitarian needs of vulnerable communities across Afghanistan.

CDSACO is officially registered with the Ministry of Economy under the registration number 1764, and operates in coordination with relevant government line ministries and international partners.

Since its establishment, CDSACO has been working across various sectors including agriculture and food security, livelihoods, community development, education, women’s empowerment, and emergency response. The organization is committed to improving the socio-economic conditions of underprivileged populations through sustainable, inclusive, and community-driven development models.

CDSACO implements its programs through a dedicated team of professional staff and field workers, currently operating in several provinces of Afghanistan. The organization emphasizes participatory approaches, evidence-based programming, and capacity-building to ensure long-term impact and community resilience.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct technical surveys and site assessments for selected CFW infrastructures.

• Prepare site-specific designs, drawings, cost estimates, and Bills of Quantities (BoQs) in coordination with Donor.

• Supervise the construction and rehabilitation of check dams, conservation ponds, contour trenches, flood protection structures, and other watershed management activities.

• Ensure all works are implemented according to approved designs, technical specifications, and quality standards.

• Verify quantities and quality of materials used on site.

• Develop work plans, implementation schedules, and daily work targets.

• Provide technical guidance and on-site support to site supervisors and laborers.

• Monitor daily progress of works and prepare technical progress reports.

• Ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) requirements and proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

• Coordinate with Water Management Committees, CDCs, local authorities, and community representatives during implementation.

• Participate in infrastructure identification, validation, and handover processes.

• Support environmental and social screening activities and ensure compliance with Donor safeguards requirements.

• Maintain site records, measurements, field journals, and photographic documentation.

• Report technical issues, risks, delays, and incidents to the Project Manager and Donor.

• Certify completion of works and support preparation of completion and handover reports.

• Prepare daily, Weekly and monthly report and submit to the project manager.

• any other task assign by the project manager.

Job Requirements

Qualifications and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related technical field.
At least 3-5 years of experience in site supervision, construction activities, infrastructure projects, or similar roles, preferably with NGOs/INGOs.
Practical experience in monitoring construction works, ensuring quality standards, and supervising contractors/workers at field level.
Good understanding of construction practices, technical drawings, BOQs, specifications, and basic project documentation.
Experience working in rural or remote areas, including coordination with local communities and stakeholders.
Strong knowledge of construction materials, measurements, and quality control procedures.
Strong communication, coordination, reporting, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to speak local languages (Pashto/Dari) fluently; basic English is an asset.
Willingness to travel frequently to remote villages and project sites.
Familiarity with the cultural and social norms of the target province or district.

Submission Guidelines

Application:

Interested and qualified applicants should submit their CV along with a cover letter no later than 27th June 2026, through the following methods:

By Email: Send to: hr@cdsaco.org
Subject line must include: Vacancy Number, Job Title, and Location
(CDSACO-AGRI-2026-006 – Site Engineer – Kunar)

Important Notes:

Please do not attach or submit any supporting documents (e.g., educational certificates, recommendation letters, Tazkira/ID, etc.) at this stage. These will only be requested from shortlisted candidates.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps in the recruitment process.
Clearly mention the Vacancy Number, Position Title, and Location in the email subject and on the top of your hardcopy cover letter.

Transparency and Safeguarding Statement:

CDSACO is committed to a transparent, fair, and merit-based recruitment process. We do not charge any fees at any stage of recruitment – including application, interviews, or job offers. Any individual or entity claiming otherwise should be reported immediately to: info@cdsaco.org

As a humanitarian and development organization, CDSACO upholds the highest standards of safeguarding and protection from sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment (PSEAH). All shortlisted candidates will be required to adhere to CDSACO’s Safeguarding Policy and undergo relevant background and reference checks.

By submitting your application, you consent to CDSACO retaining your information for recruitment and human resources management purposes.

Email / Application Form: hr@cdsaco.org

Submission Email

hr@cdsaco.org

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