Jami Al Hakeem Foundation is a nonprofit, non-governmental organization, registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) in 2008. The foundation since its inception has extensive experience in coordinating programme interventions across communities and various target audience including youths, women, girls, traditional leaders, etc.
The organization has vast experience in coordination, management and administration of development programmes that bring together a range of stakeholders, including state and non-state actors.
Jami Al Hakeem has also demonstrated experience in delivery of effective and sustainable programme aimed at addressing all forms of violence against women and girls including gender-based violence in Nigeria. It has also coordinated capacity building training for citizen participation in governance and ownership of policies.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Wash Engineer
Location: Bama – Maiduguri, Borno
Employment Type: Contract (This is a 6 month onsite role (Contract)
Responsibilities
- Conduct / Familiarize self with desk reviews of existing WASH data and reports relevant to the project area.
- Participate in pre-construction site surveys and assessments to identify suitable locations for boreholes and sanitation facilities, considering technical feasibility, community needs, and environmental factors.
- Develop technical designs and specifications for solar-powered boreholes, VIP toilets, and any other planned WASH infrastructure, adhering to national and international WASH standards.
- Prepare Bills of Quantities (BOQs) for construction materials and equipment.
- Liaise with relevant government agencies to obtain necessary permits and approvals for construction activities.
- Assist in the development of a WASH training plan for communities on operation and maintenance (O&M) of the facilities.
Construction Phase:
- Oversee the selection of qualified contractors through a transparent bidding process.
- Provide technical guidance and support to contractors during construction, ensuring adherence to designs, specifications, and quality standards.
- Conduct regular site inspections to monitor construction progress, identify and address any potential issues, and ensure health and safety protocols are followed.
- Manage and document all construction activities, including daily logs, photographs, and technical reports
Post-construction Phase:
- Oversee the commissioning of completed boreholes and sanitation facilities.
- Facilitate training sessions for communities on the proper use, operation, and maintenance (O&M) of the facilities.
- Monitor the functionality and sustainability of the WASH facilities during the initial post-construction period.
- Prepare a final project report documenting the entire WASH intervention process, including design, construction, challenges encountered, and lessons learned.
Deliverables:
- Inception report outlining the WASH Engineer’s work plan and methodology.
- Detailed technical designs and specifications for boreholes, VIP toilets, and other WASH infrastructure.
- Construction monitoring reports with documented observations and recommendations.
- Training materials for community O&M of WASH facilities.
- Final project report summarizing the entire WASH intervention.
- Bills of Quantities (BOQs) for construction materials and equipment.
Requirements
- University Degree in Civil Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in WASH engineering, with a proven track record in designing and supervising water supply and sanitation projects.
- Experience working in challenging environments, preferably in conflict-affected areas.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
- Fluency in English, Kanuri & Hausa languages and the ability to communicate effectively with local communities.
- Proficiency in using relevant WASH engineering software and tools.
- Demonstrated experience in the design and construction of solar-powered boreholes and VIP toilets in humanitarian or development contexts.
- Strong understanding of national and international WASH standards and guidelines.
Salary
N799,994.79 (Including Statutory Deductions).
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter (PDF) in a single file to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.
Or
Submit Applications in the Head Office at:
No. 9, Ahmadu Bello Way,
Jimeta,
Adamawa State.
Application Deadline 5th September, 2025.
Note
- All applicants must send a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English.
- CV and Cover Letter indicating and explaining the suitability for the position applied.
- Provide contact details (name, position, email address and tel. no.) of 2 professional non-related referees, where as 1 must be from the latest Employer. Please do not attach any written recommendations.
- Only applicants residing in Bama, Borno State, will be considered
- Applications should be addressed to: Human Resource Officer.
- Only applications that address the stipulated duties and meet the required qualifications, sent together with a CV, will be considered. CV-only applications will not be considered. Please note: The position title and location must be written in the subject line of the e-mail; otherwise will not be considered.
- J-HF considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, gender, colour, religion, age, marital status, or disability.
- Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
- Due to the large number of expected applicants, J-HF will only inform shortlisted candidates for the written test and oral interview.
- For general information about J-HF, please consult: www.jamialhakeemfoundation.org
- Women and PLWDs are strongly encouraged to apply.