1. Role and responsibilities

The WASH Officer leads the installation, operation, and preventive maintenance of all critical electrical and mechanical systems (including generators, pumps, pipelines, control panels/solar equipment) within the camp. This role is responsible for ensuring and managing a critical spare parts inventory. The officer trains operators, plumbers, and technicians in safe procedures and emergency response. Key duties also include producing detailed weekly/monthly progress.

Generic responsibilities

Below are the general responsibilities of the position:

• Conduct troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and repairs of all electromechanical systems to minimize downtime and extend equipment lifespan.

• Train and mentor staff (operators, technicians, plumbers) in safe operations, maintenance protocols, and emergency response. Develop manuals/checklists.

• Maintain critical spare parts inventory; procure tools/equipment by preparing technical specifications and bill of quantities. 

• Track/optimize fuel consumption and generator runtime and audit equipment performance (uptime, failure rates);

• prepare weekly/monthly reports on maintenance, installations, and system compliance.

Specific responsibilities 

• Plan and oversee the design, installation, operation, and maintenance of electrical and mechanical systems in WASH infrastructure to ensure efficiency and sustainability.

• Lead troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance of generators, surface/submersible pumps, main pressure line and distribution networks, electrical components like control panels, solar systems (Invertors and control boards)

• Implement rigorous maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and extend equipment lifespan.

• Maintain critical spare parts inventory for rapid response to breakdowns.

• Serve as primary technical focal point for all electromechanical systems across all sites.

• Train and mentor water system operators, plumbers, and assistant technicians in: safe equipment operation, preventive maintenance protocols, and emergency troubleshooting

• Maintain accurate documentation of electromechanical equipment, including system specifications, performance reports, and maintenance logs.

• Develop customized operation manuals and maintenance checklists.

• Track fuel consumption and generator runtime; optimize usage to reduce costs.

• Ensure timely procurement of essential tools, spare parts, and equipment by preparing bill of quantities and technical specifications (including part numbers, quantities).

• Audit equipment performance weekly; produce reports on uptime, failure rates.

• Prepare weekly/monthly progress reports on maintenance, installations, and system performance.

• Ensure all work complies with NRC safety standards and codes.

Critical interfaces

Relevant interfaces for this position are:

• External: UNHCR, RRS, local authorities, community leaders, NGOs/INGOs.

• Internal: WASH Team Leader, Water Quality/Hygiene Promotion Officers, Support Departments (Logistics, Finance), other CC teams.

Qualifications

1. Professional competencies:

• Diploma/Degree in Electromechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering.

• 6+ years (Diploma) or 4+ years (Degree) experience in maintaining electromechanical equipment: solar systems, pumps and generators

• Proven field experience in refugee camps, rural development, or emergency contexts.

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel (fuel/performance tracking) and technical report writing.

• Fluency in English (written/spoken).

2. Behavorial competencies

The following NRC’s competencies are essential for this position:

• Managing resources and achieving results

• Handling insecure environments

• Communicating with impact and respect

• Working with people

• Coping with change

• Planning and delivering results.

How to apply

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