About the Organisation :
We are committed to pioneering innovative, community-driven solutions to address WASH challenges in some of the most underserved and marginalized communities in India. Our mission extends beyond service delivery to empowering communities through fostering leadership, building local ownership of WASH solutions, and driving long-term sustainability.
Our unique operating model leverages partnerships with government institutions, civil society, and private sector stakeholders to achieve scalable impact. WaterAid India exists to ensure that no one is left behind in accessing clean water, improved sanitation, and hygiene, creating a healthier, equitable, and more sustainable future for all.
Our work leverages demonstration models, community-level advocacy, and collaboration with government bodies to scale impactful solutions and expand sustainable Water, sanitation and Hygiene services. With operations spanning 10 states, 40 districts, 1,245 villages and four towns/cities, WaterAid India reached over 12,00,000 individuals in 2023-24 through our WASH programs.
Anchor all technical interventions related to the implementation of infrastructure in the project.
Provide support and monitor the timely completion of all infrastructure work planned in the project with excellent quality.
Undertake the development of infrastructure design and implementation through site assessments, technical estimations, engineering drawings, and designs.
Support and guide the field team to ensure the standard quality of infrastructure interventions in the project.
Responsible for ensuring adherence to technical standards and compliance with technical guidelines and policies in the project.
Undertake monitoring visits to sites to ensure adherence to quality standards.
Develop village-level plans related to grey water, water quality, water budgeting, and source sustainability.
Build the capacity of team and community members in understanding infrastructure plans.
Strengthen community processes for the operation and maintenance of WASH infrastructure and groundwater management technologies.
Other Responsibilities:
Support for regular project updates and donor reports.
Facilitate WAI project-related assessment, monitoring/quality assurance, and donor visits.
Identify and establish rapport with other experts who can add value to WAI’s efforts with regard to the theme.
Review of MIS for timeliness and correctness of all infrastructure-related outcomes.
Support and facilitate Purchase Requisitions (Technical) as per timeline and process.
Support internal and external audits.
Ensure compliance with the organization’s policy and procedures, such as risk management, Health and Safety policy, Water Quality Protocols, etc.
Post-graduate/graduate degree (or equivalent) in civil engineering or environmental engineering.
Work experience between 3-5 years in a similar organizational/functional context.
Experience of working on the issue of water and sanitation and groundwater management will be desirable.
The candidate should possess excellent computer skills in MS Office and relevant applications.
Self-driven, motivated, and with problem-solving skills from a techno-economic point of view will be preferred.
Professional language proficiency in English and Hindi (depending on location opted for).
Familiarity with design and drawing in software like AutoCAD, SketchUp Pro, and digital methods (GIS) will be an added advantage.
Willingness to travel extensively.
Hands-on approach to problem-solving and troubleshooting.
Able to prioritize, set, and meet deadlines.
Download the Application Form
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Prepare Your Documents
Please prepare the following three documents:
1. The completed Application Form
2. Your updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
3. A Cover Letter
Email Your Application
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Application for the position of District Technical Specialist
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