Civil Engineer / Infrastructure

Afghanistan Relief and Sustainable Development Organization (ARSDO) is a national, non-profit development organization established in 2017 and registered with the Ministry of Economy of Afghanistan (Registration No. 4190). ARSDO has a strong grassroots presence and extensive experience in designing and implementing community-based development and humanitarian interventions across Afghanistan.

ARSDO works through a three-pronged strategy: 1. Community Organization and Inclusion: Strengthening grassroots community institutions with a strong focus on inclusion of vulnerable groups, particularly women and children. 2. Capacity Strengthening: Enhancing the knowledge, skills, and capacities of local communities to actively participate as co-implementers in addressing existing and emerging social, economic, and humanitarian challenges. 3. Advocacy and Policy Engagement: Advocating for improved justice, policy reforms, and the development of laws and strategies to combat social, economic, and rights-based challenges at local, national, and international levels.

ARSDO implements multi-sectoral programs including Education, Health, Economic Empowerment, Humanitarian Response, Gender-Based Violence (GBV), and Construction, combining advocacy with quality service delivery.

The Infrastructure / Civil Engineer will be responsible for the design, supervision, and quality assurance of infrastructure projects, particularly in rural and disaster‑prone areas. The role requires technical expertise in civil engineering and water resource management, with a focus on community‑based construction and sustainable development.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare engineering designs, drawings, and technical specifications for infrastructure works.
• Ensure designs meet safety, environmental, and community standards.
• Oversee construction activities, ensuring compliance with approved designs and standards.
• Conduct site inspections and monitor progress to maintain quality and safety.
• Provide technical guidance to contractors and field staff.
• Support the construction of protective structures, drainage systems, and small‑scale community projects.
• Apply innovative and cost‑effective engineering solutions suitable for rural and disaster‑prone contexts.
• Prepare technical reports, progress updates, and documentation for management and donors.
• Monitor field activities and ensure timely completion of project milestones.
• Work closely with project teams, local communities, and government authorities.
• Provide technical input to project planning and implementation strategies.

 Academic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Water Resource Engineering from an accredited institution.

Professional Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in infrastructure development, water management, or small‑scale civil works projects.
• Proven experience in design, supervision, and quality control of infrastructure works (protective structures, drainage systems, community construction).
• Experience working in rural or disaster‑prone areas is an asset.
• Ability to prepare technical reports and monitor field activities.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong technical knowledge of civil engineering and water resource management.
• Excellent supervision and quality control skills.
• Ability to work effectively in challenging environments.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Problem‑solving and analytical skills.

Language Requirements

• Fluency in Pashto and Dari (oral and written).
• Proficiency in English (oral and written).

Note: Applicants who are residents of the local area will be accorded preference during the selection process.