WASH Technical Assistant (Electro-Mechanical) – Kakuma at Norwegian Refugee Council

Specific responsibilities

• Design, install, inspect, maintain and repair solar panel systems, including the solar collectors, concentrators, batteries, pumps, fans, or support structure.
• Size, Install, test and commission Diesel engine generators including operation and proper maintenance.
• To keep records of all the repairs done in the field and in the workshop as well the running hours of the generator sets to ensure timely servicing.
• Do all electro-mechanical work needed to connect solar system to electric grid.  This includes proper grounding systems, controls and all necessary testing.
• Assist in conducting regular assessments and give recommendations for rehabilitations of the solar systems, boreholes and submersible pumps.
• Capacity building of incentive staffs and communities in solar powered water systems operation.
• Installation of new generators and retrieval of the old and defective ones ensuring they are well wired and operational.
• Oversee strict daily borehole running and operation, and being the custodian of gen-set keys and ensure correct amount of fuel is dispensed to the borehole and compound generator sets.
• To keep records of all the electrical repairs and spares that have been done in the field and in the workshop.
• To prepare monthly unit reports on jobs and conditions of all the relevant electromechanical systems.
• Technical designs and BoQs for the power grid and mechanical works for the borehole and water production sites and NRC compounds in Kakuma and Kalobeyei
• To assist in supervision of the contractors doing upgrade or installations of the power grids in NRC compounds.
• Advise and recommend the power requirement for electrical gadgets.
• Together with borehole attendants and team leader, maintain cleanliness and safety of the generator sets, submersible and booster pumps and stations.            
• Supporting the WASH Officer-water resources in procurement of the necessary regular spare parts, and working tools for the repair of the generator sets and pumps.
• To participate in recruitment of boreholes attendants, borehole watchmen and EST watchmen and ensure they are well trained in undertaking minor electrical installations and repairs.
• Any other assignment as may be required by the line manager.

Professional competencies for this position:

• Experience from working in water supply projects in a humanitarian/recovery context
• Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
• Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
• Knowledge about own skills/profile
• Good knowledge of English language

Context related skills, knowledge and experience

• Relevant degree qualifications in Solar/Electrical/electromechanical engineering preferable. Diploma with 5 years’ hands on experience is acceptable.
• Proven practical experience in the planning and execution of WASH Programmes of at least 3 years the management of generators, Solar installations, installation of pumps and accessories. Ability to maintain and service generators is an added advantage.
• Ability to initiate, develop, plan and implement an integrated programme.
• Excellent communication (spoken and written) skills, including the ability to explain and present technical information
• Experience in capacity building and training of staff and target groups
• Political and cultural awareness and experience of working where insecurity is a major issue
• Ability to work independently in a result oriented multi-tasking and multi-cultural environment and manage conflicting priorities.

Apply Before :02/24/2022, 11:43 AM

Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply