SCOPE OF WORK -
Field Engineer

Project Background:

As part of the post 2022 floods recovery in Sindh, Sindh People’s Housing for Flood Affectees (SPHF), is leading a resilient housing reconstruction program for 2.1 million households and carries a vision to systematically assess various flood affected settlements in Sindh to develop Climate Resilient Settlement Development Plan (CRSDP). This process is crucial for setting up, upgrading, and sustaining essential community infrastructures to improve access to basic public services. These plans would also help carry out the land entitlement process to vulnerable communities in Sindh.

Assessment teams will work extensively in the communities for the collection of data from households and other stakeholders. In this context, the role of an Admin and Logistics Officer is critical in ensuring the efficient execution of this short-term assignment, directly contributing to the success of this transformative initiative

Objectives and Responsibilities

This position aims to perform the tasks outlined below to ensure efficient data collection, mapping of existing and proposed features, and robust quality assurance in achieving the project objectives.:

• To conduct comprehensive surveys to assess the existing infrastructure within the community.
• To identify and map existing features/community infrastructures and assets using appropriate surveying techniques.
• To propose new infrastructures based on community needs and priorities.
• To provide accurate cost estimations for proposed infrastructure projects.
• To create detailed sketches and drawings using AutoCAD and/or other relevant software for project visualization and planning.
• To collect data relevant to existing and proposed features and community infrastructures.
• To conduct rapid market assessment for rate analysis required for proposed features.

Deliverables

a)      Attend the orientation session prior to the field work.

b)     Brief reports summarizing findings from focus group discussions, household surveys, and mapping activities.

c)      Maps of existing features/community infrastructures with coding.

d)     Maps of proposed features/community infrastructures with coding.

e)     Data collection relevant to each existing and proposed features/community infrastructures.

f)       Ensure completeness and accuracy of data collected.

g)      Shared daily progress report via synchronizing mobile data as well as questionnaires filled in hard.

h)     Report any challenges encountered in the field during data collection.

Reporting relationships

The Field Engineer will report and work closely with the Field Supervisor who will lead and supervise the activity. They will also have working relationships with the Project Manager /MEAL Officer or any other field staff responsible. During the assignment, the organization will provide transport to/from field.

Duration of contract

The contract duration for the assignment will be 3 to 5 months approximately, duration may increase or decrease depending upon the completion of task.

Required Competencies, Experience and Qualification

Personal Qualities

• Must be reliable and committed to fulfilling assignments with a high level of professionalism.
• Must be able to work independently as well as within a team environment.
• Ability and willingness to work long hours and sometimes in adverse field conditions.
• Must be proactive and able to “think on your feet”.
• Highly punctual, organized, and flexible.
• Able to follow the guidance provided by supervisors/managers.
• Must be conversant with basic social research ethics and be able to apply them in the field
• Must show respect and a non-judgmental attitude towards respondents’ ideas, cultural values, and traditions.
• Must always show sober behavior they are required to perform duties.
• Must be able to assure confidentiality of respondents’ personal information.
• Able to build rapport with respondents to ensure that they remain motivated and interested in answering questions truthfully.
• Understandable knowledge of English

Education

• Diploma in civil engineering or relevant field with 1 to 2 years’ experience.

Payment

The Field Engineer will be given a lump sum daily allowance of PKR:5000/- (five thousand and five hundred rupees, inclusive of communication allowance) per day including the day of training.

Experience

• Previous experience in qualitative and quantitative data collection, mapping, and sampling
• Have working knowledge of Apps like Kobo/ComCare etc.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and AutoCAD.
• Must have in-depth questioning and active listening skills.
• Must be able to follow and carry out instructions given by supervisors and willing to learn from others’ guidance.

Note: These are SPHF based positions, and CRS is supporting hiring process only.

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