Site Engineer

• Actively learns about safeguarding and integrates it into their work, including safeguarding risks and mitigations related to their area of work
• Practices the values of Mercy Corps including respecting the dignity and well-being of participants and fellow team members
• Encourages openness and communication in their team; encourages team members to submit reports if they have any concerns using reporting mechanisms e.g., Integrity Hotline and other options.

• Support the Project Engineer in supervising and implementing rehabilitation of irrigation canals, watershed management structures, gabion/protection walls, slope stabilization, and rural access road improvements under the RFS project.
• Assist in conducting technical assessments, site surveys, measurements, and verification of infrastructure needs based on CBPP priorities and technical designs.
• Supervise daily field activities carried out by laborers, skilled workers, and contractors to ensure compliance with provided drawings, BoQs, and technical specifications.
• Monitor the progress and quality of construction works, immediately reporting any deviations, delays, or technical issues to the Project Engineer.
• Ensure proper use of construction materials; verify quantities delivered, stored, and used on-site in accordance with BoQs and procurement documentation.
• Support the implementation of livelihood-related infrastructure needs (e.g., small livestock sheds, training spaces, processing units) in coordination with SLO and SSVC teams where required.
• Conduct regular site inspections and maintain clear records of work progress, challenges, material usage, and labor attendance.
• Assist with preparing and verifying technical documents—including site reports, daily logs, measurement sheets, material request forms, and completion notes.
• Maintain strong communication with community leaders, CBPP committees, and beneficiaries to ensure smooth implementation and local participation.
• Support the Project Engineer in preparing/update weekly and monthly technical progress reports, MoVs, and photographic documentation.
• Ensure timely identification of risks or safety issues on-site and enforce appropriate safety measures to protect workers and community members.
• Participate in joint field visits with WFP, TPM, government authorities, and Mercy Corps teams; ensure accurate technical information is shared.
• Support the preparation of BoQs, sketches, and simple engineering drawings under the supervision of the Project Engineer.
• Collaborate with procurement and logistics teams by providing accurate specifications, conducting technical checks during material delivery, and verifying quality.
• Assist in verifying contractor work completion before submitting invoices for approval by the Project Engineer.
• Maintain strong working relationships with communities, ensuring transparency and respect for local norms while upholding Mercy Corps’ accountability standards.
• Ensure compliance with Mercy Corps policies, safety protocols, safeguarding principles, environmental standards, and Do No Harm guidelines in all activities.
• Conduct oneself professionally and respectfully to represent Mercy Corps positively.
• Other duties as assigned by the Project Engineer or Project Manager.

• Ensure timely and accurate reporting and documentation in coordination with the Project Manager, and other team members.

• Represent Mercy Corps in community meetings and stakeholder engagements within the project areas.

• Ensure compliance with security procedures and policies as determined by country leadership.
• Proactively ensure that team members operate in a secure environment and are aware of policies.

• Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Civil Engineering, Irrigation Engineering, Architecture, or a related technical field.
• 1–2 years of experience in rural infrastructure, irrigation systems, watershed management, or small-scale construction projects (community-based preferred).
• Experience conducting field measurements, technical assessments, BoQ verification, and construction supervision.
• Familiarity with Afghanistan’s rural infrastructure context, especially in mountainous provinces such as Panjshir.
• Understanding of community-led planning processes (CBPP) and ability to work closely with communities and local authorities.
• Experience working in agriculture, livelihoods, or resilience projects is an advantage.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, prepare basic sketches, and verify quantities.
• Strong communication, coordination, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to maintain detailed records, technical documentation, and progress reports.
• Basic proficiency in MS Office and engineering tools (AutoCAD preferred).
• High integrity, commitment to compliance, and adherence to Mercy Corps’ safeguarding and accountability principles.
• Fluency in Dari required; Pashto and basic English are added advantages.
• Willingness to travel daily to remote and hard-to-reach field sites.

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