Terms of Reference Consultancy Services for Wash Engineer at Johanniter International

Purpose of the Consultancy

1. Support Johanniter in the reviewing of the water pan tender documents received and advice on engaging an ideal water pan contractor.
2. Ensure the contractor complies with the terms of the contract, safety, and environmental requirements and the specified technical requirements for the construction of the water pan and irrigation system.
3. Provide technical oversight to the contractor in collaboration with the Turkana County WASH Engineer and ensuring all required standards for desilting and debris removal from the water pan and preparation and installation of the dam liner are met

Timeframe of the Consultancy

Expected Project duration: 7 days in March 2026.

Scope of Work

Under the supervision of the Johanniter International Assistance Programme Manager, the WASH Engineer will be responsible for carrying out the following functions and tasks;

1. Together with Johanniter International Assistance team, review and evaluate the tender submissions for the desilting and removal of debris from the water pan and preparation and installation of the dam liner and assist in the selection of the ideal contractor.
2. Ensure the contract complies with safety and environmental requirements and the specified technical requirements for the for the desilting and removal of debris from the water pan and preparation and installation of the dam liner

Expected Output and Deliverables

1. Support Johanniter team in selection of an ideal contractor to install a dam liner to a water pan.
2. Submission of a final report to Johanniter providing a complete overview of the work done, follow-up activities for monitoring, challenges and any other information deemed relevant.

Johanniter International Assistance (JIA) Responsibilities

1. The JIA Programme Manager will provide the WASH Engineer with the relevant available data, reports, feasibility study on the water pan and any other required secondary information.
2. JIA and its partner (AICHM) will provide contacts of relevant Ministry Departments in Turkana County if needed.

Minimum Qualifications

The proposals submitted must;

1. Masters' degree in Civil Engineering, Water Engineering or related field.
2. 10 years of experience in WASH
3. Registration with a relevant professional body (Engineer Registration Board)
4. Previous experience designing, constructing and supervising water pans and setting up of irrigation systems in drylands is ESSENTIAL.
5. Experience working with International INGOs and County Governments in WASH and infrastructure projects in Kenya is also an advantage
6. Experience working with Local Communities and structures in WASH related projects.
7. Ability to meet the agreed timeline and provide technical feedback during the implementation period.
8. Excellent communication skills.

The proposals should include:

1. The consultant’s CV
2. Detailed financial proposal, linked to the work plan
3. Detailed technical proposal/methodology and approach to be used to execute the assignment and work plan.
4. Attach copies of contracts for three previous certified completed assignments
5. Provide full contact details of three professional referees
6. Attach copies of academic certificates and Professional membership certificates from the Kenyan Engineer Registration Board
7. Attach Valid copies of KRA PIN and Tax compliance certificate
8. Detailed Financial proposals should be in Kenya Shillings.
9. Detailed work plan and timeline of key deliverables