Technical Officer (Engineer)

1. Basic Information Titleof the Position Technical Officer (Engineer) Number of Position 01 (one) Location Shibganj Upazilla of Chapai Nawabganj Zilla, with at least 80% of time to spend in field visits in the project areas Reports to Project Coordinator (PC) Duration of the Position Initially for one year with the possibility of annual renewal up to project periods depends on successful performance. Salary Monthly BDT 50,000-/ (including tax) and other admissible benefits. Age Limit Maximum 35 years Experience Minimum 2 (Two) years; 2. Background of the project Palli Karma-Sahayak Foundation (PKSF), an apex development organization focusing on holistic and integrated approaches, was established by the Government of Bangladesh in May 1990 for sustainable poverty reduction through employment generation. PKSF has been implementing projects and programs in diversified sectors including sustainable enterprise, training and education, agriculture, climate change and disaster and so on. PKSF works with more than 15 million households through its 200 partner organizations. Many development partners, such as the World Bank, DFID, EU, ADB, IFAD, GIZ, GCF, and Adaptation Fund (AF) are working with PKSF. Please visit http://www.pksf.org.bd for details. PKSF has been accredited to the Green Climate Fund (GCF), the only dedicated and largest climate change finance window, established under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), in 2013. The GCF has approved the ECCCP-Drought project in the fact that Bangladesh faces an unpredictable drought hazard due to inadequate and uneven rainfall that affects the timing of onset and end of the monsoon season. The northwestern Barind region/districts of Bangladesh suffer the most from droughts. Climate change is changing the nature of droughts in Barind by increasing temperature and variations in precipitation. During droughts, almost all natural surface water sources evaporate, leaving none for drinking, sanitation or agriculture. The human cost is measured in a greater incidence of disease, especially among children and lack of nutrition due to crop failure, increased poverty and reduced development potential. Proyas Manobik Unnayan Society is a non-government organization and it’s based in Chapai Nawabganj. Organization has Micro-credit regulatory authority (MRA) certified whose register no-00978-00986-00248. Proyas Manobik Unnayan Society escalated its facilities in seven districts which are Chapai Nawabganj, Naogaon, Rajshahi, Natore, Bogura, Gaibandha and Joypurhat district. In the development path,neglected, vulnerable, underprivileged and backward people are highly preferable. In this relation, Proyas has been engaged poor women, marginalized people/group, farmers, entrepreneurs and youths as program participants for improving their livelihoods. Proyas Manobik Unnayan Society is going to implement GCF & PKSF Funded ECCCP-Drought project at ShibganjUpazilla of Chapai Nawabganj District. For implementing the project,Proyas Manobik Unnayan Society is seeking qualified candidate for the position of the “Technical Officer (Engineer)” in it’s Project Management Unit (PMU) of the ECCCP-Drought project. 3. Objective of the project The main objective of the project is to increase the resilience of climate vulnerable-communities in drought-prone areas of Bangladesh. This objective is expected to be achieved by implementing activities covering three main components: i) improved institutional and technical capacities to address climate change-induced drought, ii) increased availability of surface and ground water for irrigation and drinking, and iii) drought-resilient livelihoods created through sustainable agricultural production. 4. Key Responsibilities: • Provide technical expertise and support for constructing and maintaining water infrastructure such as Pond and canal re-excavation: Assess excavation needs, prepare technical specifications, supervise contractors, and ensure quality control. • Provide technical expertise and support for constructing and maintaining Rooftop MAR and Pond MAR implementations. • Prepare detailed technical specifications and bills of materials for construction activities. • Supervise construction contractors, ensure quality control throughout construction phases, and address technical challenges during implementation. • Conduct regular on-site technical inspections and monitor progress of construction activities. • Maintain accurate technical records and prepare comprehensive technical reports for the project. • Liaise with partner NGOs, government agencies, and local communities regarding technical aspects of the project and address their concerns. • Conduct training sessions for community members on operation and maintenance of water infrastructure, including Pond, Canal, Rooftop MAR and Pond MAR systems. • Participate in project planning and budgeting processes, providing technical input and cost estimations. • Assist the PC in ensuring quality and timely completion of project deliverables. • Perform any other duties assigned by the PC as per instruction from PKSF & IE Management. 5. Education and Experience: • Must have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Geology. • At least 2 years of experience in construction or water resources management projects, preferably in rural areas. • Experience in rainwater harvesting, irrigation systems, and/or drought-resistant sanitation is an asset. • Understanding of basic principles of climate change adaptation and water management is desirable. • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and reporting skills are essential. • Proficiency in Auto-CAD or other relevant engineering software is an advantage. 6. Other Qualifications: • Knowledge of drought, climate change adaptation and water management in the context of Bangladesh, particularly Barind region. • Fluency in English and Bengali languages is essential. • Must have a valid motorcycle driving license. • Must have a professional membership with the Institution of Engineers, Bangladesh-IEB (where applicable). 7. Salary and other admissible benefits. • Monthly gross salary will be BDT 50,000/- (including all taxes). • Two Eid bonus (50% of gross salary) and one NoboBorsho bonus (10% of gross salary) are provided annually. • Mobile phone bill allowance of BDT 700 per month is provided. • Travel allowance of BDT 5,000 per month is provided. 8. Application last date: 10 April, 2024.

 

Any query please contact:

Mst. Mahmuda Akter Jui

Proyas Manobik Unnayan Society

Contact: 09666-752375