Country: Somalia
Closing date: 07 Sep 2015
Invitation for Applications (IFA) Country: SomalilandProject Holder : Ministry of Water ResourcesProject : Water Resources Development in Somaliland Fund : Somaliland Development Fund Vacancy : Short Term Opportunity for Senior Dam Design Expert - Fiqufiliye & Kulaal, Sanaag Region IFA No. : P193
The Somaliland Development Fund (SDF) is a 4-year fund designed to support the Government of Somaliland (GoSL) filling a critical gap supporting projects that are fully aligned to the National Development Plan (NDP). SDF is currently funded by the Department for International Development (DFID), the Danish International Development Agency (DANIDA), Norwegian Embassy and the Netherlands. The SDF has allocated funding for implementation of Water Resources Development in Somaliland Project in Somaliland implemented by the Ministry of Water Resources (MoWR). The MoWR intends to use a part of the funding to engage the services of Dam Design Expert as a Team Leader for designing two dams (one in Filqufiliye and one in Kulal) in Sanaag region. The Expert will be assisted by a GIS/Survey Expertin this assignment.
The Somaliland Development Fund Secretariat now invites applications from qualified Senior Dam Design Expert for the assignment.
Required Qualifications/Skills
Qualifications and skills
* At least a Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Water Engineering or equivalent from a recognised University;
* Demonstrated excellent command of spoken and written English; and
* Excellent interpersonal and diplomatic skills.
General professional experience
* Registered with a recognised Engineering body;
* Minimum of 10 years' experience in design of earth dams, water pans and other associated structures.
Specific professional experience
* At least 5 years’ experience in designing treatment units for surface water;
* Demonstrate that s/he has carried out at least 2 such assignments with proven examples
* Demonstrate that S/he has designed water storage infrastructure like concrete tanks.
* Demonstrated ability to interpret survey data and use of basic surveying equipment.
* Ability to use engineering software’s such as AutoCAD and others.
How to apply:
How to apply
Interested candidates should send their applications (cover letter and CV) to the Somaliland Development Fund Secretariat through e-mail jobs@sdf-secretariat.org. Candidates should indicate in their cover letter how they fit the criteria outlined in the advert. All applications must be received by 7 September 2015 at 1600hrs East African Standard Time. Full Terms of Reference can be requested via email from SDF recruitment consultant at l.vocks@europeansolutions.nl. Applicants should clearly indicate the position they are applying for in the email subject line.
Any attempt by a candidate to influence the outcome of the recruitment process in any way which can be interpreted as canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification from being considered for the this position.
This Consultancy is open to Somaliland and International Candidates.
Women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply