Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.

Do you hold a university degree in Engineering (Civil, Architecture, Mechanical, or Electrical) from a recognized and reputable institution?

Do you have 2–3 years of practical engineering experience in WASH projects, such as sanitation systems, water network rehabilitation, WASH in schools, or water pumping station projects?

Do you possess strong, proven technical project management skills, including expertise in risk management?

If the answer is yes, then we would like to hear from you.

The Role:

Oxfam in Syria is looking for a PHE Assistant  To support Oxfam Syria programme in the implementation of the emergency & resilience WASH activities to alleviate suffering of vulnerable population affected by ongoing conflict in Syria. This includes supporting the development and guidance of PHE Assistants in assessment, implementation & planning, supervision of construction works, preparing BoQ and assisting the project manager in contract management within the Syria programme strategy

What we are looking for:

We’re looking for a candidate who cares about Oxfam's mission to end poverty and is personally aligned to our feminist principles and values of empowerment, accountability and inclusion in all you do.

An ideal candidate for the role will also be / have:

Experience, Knowledge & Competencies

Essential:
Technical Skills, Experience & Knowledge:
•Holds a university Engineering degree (in Civil or Architecture or Mechanical or Electrical Engineering) from a reputed university.
•Strong and tested technical project management skills, including risk management.
•The ability to present concise reports, reflecting the problems and possible solutions for situations.
•Sensitivity to cultural differences, and the ability to work in a wide variety of cultural contexts.
•Ability and willingness to travel extensively in a hard context environment.
•Commitment to Oxfam’s overall aims and policies including demonstrable commitment to gender equality and equal opportunities in all aspects of Oxfam’s work.
•Well-developed interpersonal and team skills and proven ability to be flexible in demanding situations.
•Good written and spoken Arabic and English is essential.
•alignment with the aims and objectives of Oxfam.
•practical Engineering experience of 2-3 years in WASH projects (Sanitary, Water Network Rehabilitation, WASH in school and water pumping stations Projects).
•Previous work experience not less than 2 years with LNGOs/INGOs in WASH field.
•Good demonstrable understanding of Auto-CAD, Google Earth, MS Office suite and water modelling software).
•Good planning skills to include flexibility and adaptability.
•A proven ability to supervisor technical teams in the field.
•Excellent follow up skills.

Desirable:
•Preferably Masters in a relevant engineering Civil or Architecture Mechanical or Electrical,
•demonstrate good experience in alternate energy.
•Experience in Coordination externally, internally, and working with partners.

We offer:

We offer a competitive salary and a range of additional benefits to staff including flexible working options, generous pension scheme, annual leave, additional leave allowances, company sick pay, life assurance and a range of other benefits. 

From the day you join Oxfam we invite you to stretch and learn in your role. Our wide range of Learning & Development opportunities includes in-house courses, e-learning modules, on-the job learning opportunities, coaching and mentoring, and much more. 

You can read more about all Oxfam has to offer here.

How to apply:

As part of your online application, please upload your up to date CV and Cover Letter explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile.  

Our values and commitment to safeguarding

Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults and beneficiaries with whom Oxfam GB engages. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organisation.

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. Oxfam GB also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.  In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.

We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

About us

Oxfam is a global community who believe poverty isn’t inevitable. It’s an injustice that can be overcome. We are shop volunteers, women’s right activists, marathon runners, aid workers, coffee farmers, street fundraisers, goat herders, policy experts, campaigners, water engineers and more. And we won’t stop until everyone can live life without poverty for good.

Oxfam GB is a member of international confederation of 21 organisations working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries. 

A thriving diverse Oxfam:

It’s people power that brings about change. To play our part as a global organisation working to overcome poverty and inequality, we need equality, diversity and inclusion across our community of staff, partners and volunteers. Together, we’re committed to becoming a more diverse workforce, better able to tackle the global challenges that face our world today.

To do that:

• We need to dismantle the unequal power structures that exist everywhere, this including Oxfam and the wider development and charity sectors.
• We need an inclusive Oxfam where everyone can bring who they are to our work and feels celebrated for the differences they bring.
• We want and need everyone, and that means we need you.