WASH Site Engineer

Who we are: NQA is a non-governmental, non-political and non-profit organization. NQA is dedicated to the advancement of education and health in remote and neglected regions of Afghanistan, with a specific focus on and commitment towards women and girls.

Our vision: an educated, healthy and balanced society in which women and men lead together social, cultural and economic changes in an inclusive manner that enable their children - boys and girls- to thrive.

Our mission: improve access to education and health in particular for women and girls of marginalized communities in remote areas of the country: mobilize local communities to build strong and empowered communities and foster change through sustainable development of rural Afghanistan.

NQA implements projects by Afghans, with Afghans and for Afghans. The association is committed to strengthening the dignity, self-confidence and initiative of the population in general, and of women and girls in particular.

For information on our projects, see www.nai-qala.org.

Position Overview:

WASH Site Engineer is responsible to ensure the technically sound, timely, and community-integrated implementation of WASH infrastructure projects by overseeing construction compliance, coordinating stakeholders, mobilizing inclusive community participation, and providing rigorous monitoring and reporting throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

·       Coordinate with local authorities, community elders, beneficiaries, and partners;

·       Collect baseline data, conduct needs assessments, and document success stories;

·       Perform needs assessment, feasibility study, and technical survey for WASH-related projects;

·       Prepare the necessary technical documents, including hydraulic designs, structural designs, bills of quantities (BOQ), and specifications;

·       Collaborate in preparing work plans and monitoring operational plans/project timelines;

·    Supervise all construction stages to ensure compliance with technical specifications, WASH standards, safety protocols, environmental regulations, and quality assurance;

·       Inspect construction activities to verify alignment with design criteria;

·       Ensure all construction activities adhere to industry standards, safety guidelines, and legal regulations;

·       Liaise with contractors and suppliers regarding construction materials and project contracts;

·       Participate in field meetings and workshops; provide regular project progress updates;

·       Organize community meetings, focus groups, and training sessions while actively promoting participation from all groups (women, youth, marginalized communities);

·       Maintain accurate records of activities and outputs;

·       Support logistical arrangements for community project activities;

·       Perform additional tasks as required to support project operations.

Qualifications and Experience

·        Education: Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Water Supply Engineering or a related field.

·        Experience: At least 3 years of experience in construction/development projects within the WASH sector.

·        Familiarity with and ability to operate surveying equipment such as GPS, Total Station, and Level.

·        Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and Water GEMS.

·        Ability to manage technical teams and coordinate with beneficiaries and various stakeholders.

·        Fluency in one of the official languages of the country (Dari/Pashto) and English.

·        Strong capability in managing technical teams and effectively coordinating with diverse beneficiaries

Preferred Qualifications

·        Experience in the context of Daikundi with WASH interventions and donor reporting (e.g., AHF).

·        Knowledge of gender mainstreaming in WASH programming.

Nai Qala Association (NQA) is an equal-opportunity employer committed to transparent, open, fair, and merit-based recruitment.

NQA maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards protection on sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment (PSEAH), abuse of authority, discrimination, and all other forms of misconduct. The organization is firmly committed to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk. Successful candidates will be required to comply fully with all applicable NQA policies, procedures, codes of conduct, and safeguarding standards. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon the satisfactory completion of reference and background checks.  

Applicants must not attempt to influence the recruitment process through inappropriate contact, lobbying or interference. Such conduct, or repeated inappropriate follow-up, may result in disqualification.

Qualified applicants who are exactly suitable with the above criteria are requested to send their applications + CVs through this link: 

Link: https://forms.gle/fjQqTTVrh183174A7