Technical Focus

The incumbent will be responsible for design and implementation of the irrigation rehabilitation and development work under programme.

S/he will plan, design and manage the construction, ensure operation and maintenance of irrigation projects to distribute water to agricultural lands.

Tasks and responsibilities

•    Provide effective field level leadership, coordination and facilitation of technical inputs, management support and technical inputs on irrigation components of the project.
•    Liaise with local authorities at State and District authorities on all aspects of project coordination and implementation.
•    Provide effective team leadership for the implementing agencies, communities, and farmers.
•    Support the project in adhering to all environmental and social safeguarding requirements and documentation by advising the local authorities.
•    Develop annual work plans related to the different project outputs and outcomes in collaboration with JOSP team and partners.
•    Ensure the operational and technical supervision of irrigation activities as per FAO guidelines.
•    Review contractual implementation documents (Letters of Agreement, contracts) of the project prepared by Project team.
•    Supervise quality control of Letters of Agreement and Letters of Understanding with programme/project implementing partners.
•    Liaise with FAO Operations Unit regarding operational and logistics requirements of the planned interventions.
•    Contribute to and/or prepare Inception Report, Monthly, Quarterly and Annual progress reports as per the project documents and signed agreements.
•    Lead, organize and participate in meetings with partners and government counterparts at local level, as required for successful operation and implementation of the project.
•    Ensure appropriate visibility during project activities recognizing the donor and other partners.
•    Develop and maintain regular contacts and partnerships with local and international organizations, stakeholders, civil society and other humanitarian and development actors.
•    Coordinate engineering team with technical support regarding the irrigation development in Somalia.
•    Support the Assessment of soil/land and water suitability and availability in proposed irrigation project areas.
•    Analyse existing data and information from site/project surveys, conduct research and identify potential structural and environmental problems.
•    Planning/organizing/Undertaking feasibility studies and preliminary investigations on proposed irrigation project areas.
•    Work with engineering team on designing and prepare BoQs for selected irrigation projects.
•    Conduct other relevant project tasks as required by FAO.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements 
   
•    University degree in Irrigation engineering or other relevant discipline from a reputable institution.
•    At least 6 years of relevant experience with bachelor’s degree or 4 years of working experience with master’s degree in planning, design, construction, and maintenance of irrigation projects.
•    Working knowledge (level C) of English and Somali.
•    National of Somalia.

FAO Core Competencies

•    Results Focus
•    Teamwork
•    Communication
•    Building Effective Relationships
•    Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Technical/Functional Skills 

•    Proficiency in the study, design, and implementation of irrigation infrastructure development projects.
•    Knowledge of environmental and safety regulations and compliance.
•    Experience in procurement/tendering process.
•    Conversant with the principles and working methods of project cycle management.