About CAWC

Central Afghanistan Welfare Committee (CAWC) is a non-governmental and non-profit organization established in the year 1989 in Peshawar, Pakistan, by a group of humanitarian actors assisting the UN agencies to support the Afghan refugees in the Refugee Camp of Peshawar and then expanded its operation to Afghanistan supporting the IDPs and most vulnerable people in different provinces. CAWC moved its main office to Afghanistan in 2001 to take part in the reconstruction of Afghanistan alongside the other NGO/INGOs that began their operation in Afghanistan following the new political changes that happened in Afghanistan in 2001. CAWC was officially registered as an NGO in the Ministry of Economy with registration number 126 in 2005.

CAWC has implemented more than 175 projects in the Agriculture, Livelihood, Education, WASH, Emergency, Health, and Renewable Energy sectors, funded by various donors in different parts of Afghanistan, such as Ghazni, Maidan-Wardak, Kabul, Bamyan, Daikundi, Ghor, Balkh, Faryab, Badakhshan and Paktia provinces. CAWC has invaluable experience in Afghanistan implementing many projects in different thematic areas, particularly humanitarian and emergency response in different modalities such as Distribution of NFI, Distribution of Shelters, Cash distribution, Cash for Work, Cash for Food, Food Security, and Agriculture. CAWC implemented all those projects in partnership with funds provided by international donors and UN agencies such as UNHCR, UNFAO, OXFAM GB, IRD, NCA, Caritas Germany, AHF, PWJ, and ACBAR. Although CAWC worked in different areas of Afghanistan and the main focus during this period of time has been in the Central Highland Region.

To learn more about CAWC, please visit www.cawc-af.org

Job Description: 

This position is based in Daikondi province, and the incumbent will lead and manage the water supply and WASH activities in the selected site. Under the overall supervision and guidance of the Project Coordinator, the incumbent undertakes the following duties:

1. Conduct technical surveys to assess project requirements, site conditions, and logistical considerations.
2. Prepare detailed drawings and designs using CAD (Computer-Aided Design) software, ensuring accuracy and adherence to project specifications.
3. Support the development of detailed designs, calculations, specifications, bills of quantities, and drawings alongside the project manager and program department.
4. Consider users' specific needs based on gender, age, disabilities, and socio-cultural norms
5. Monitor construction activities to ensure compliance with quality standards, safety protocols, and project timelines.
6. Supervise and provide technical guidance to the foreman.
7. Provide technical guidance and support to masons and construction teams to enhance their skills and ensure efficient implementation of project activities.
8. Collaborate with the Provincial Rural Rehabilitation and Development department to coordinate project activities, secure necessary approvals, and address any regulatory requirements.
9. Conduct regular site visits and inspections to identify issues or challenges and implement corrective actions as needed.
10. Prepare regular progress reports, technical documentation, and other relevant materials as required by donors and other stakeholders.
11. Support CLTS facilitators, hygiene promoters, and WASH assistant engineers.
12. Organize information meetings with community members and other stakeholders to enhance their knowledge and maintain effective communication and coordination.
13. Ensure the safety of beneficiaries, staff from harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation to achieve the program's safeguarding goals.
14. Promote and endorse humanitarian standards and safeguarding policies among team members and project beneficiaries to ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in all actions.
15. Perform other relevant duties assigned by the supervisor/CAWC.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering, or relevant field.
• A minimum of 4-5 years of relevant experience in water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) projects, preferably with NGOs, focusing on technical surveying, design, and construction supervision.
•  Proficiency in CAD, GEM/GIS software for creating detailed drawings and designs.
•  Strong supervision, management, project planning, monitoring and evaluation, analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to effectively engage with diverse stakeholders and community members.
• Proficiency in the national and English languages

• Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV, NID, and Bachelor’s degree certificate to the below email address;
• Candidates should write the vacancy number in the subject of their email;
• Only shortlisted applicants will be called for further procedures.