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Job Title:   Engineering Intern (No Experience Fresh Graduate Jobs)

Organisation: Water Mission

Duty Station:  Jinja, Uganda

About US:

Water Mission (WM) is an international non-profit Christian engineering organization that designs, builds, and implements safe water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) solutions for people in developing countries and disaster areas. Our mission is to transform lives through sustainable safe water solutions. Since 2007, WM has been operating in Uganda as Water Missions Uganda (WMU).

Job Summary:  Under the direction of the Lead Engineer, the Engineering Intern is responsible for performing engineering tasks within the Uganda Country Program following established standards and procedures. This position requires that the person resides near the head office (Jinja). The position requires travel to remote locations within the respective region to carry out assessments, inspections, or training.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

A successful Engineering Intern will:

• Maintain a strong Christian witness and model servant leadership to colleagues, partners, the communities we serve, and the
• Perform topographic surveys and site assessments as needed under the direction of the Lead Engineer.
• Maintain regular contact with supervisor and team members through timely reporting.
• Perform engineering tasks including water hydraulic design calculations, and development of plans and design reports.
• Conduct engineering field work and design according to the established engineering principles and standards to a high degree of excellence and dependable accuracy.
• Perform water quality testing and fill all required standard forms and other aspects as may be required.
• Take part in field inspections and generate punch lists.
• Support and provide technical assistance to technicians and contractors in the field.
• Actively take part in inception meetings and mobilization of the community for project kick-off.
• Take part in the monthly project follow-ups and complete the engineering sections of the follow up reports.
• Performing any other assigned duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The applicant must hold a Bachelor’s degree in engineering; Civil or Environmental discipline preferred.
• Should have recently graduated or completed University not earlier than 2022 from a reputable Institution.
• A personal growing relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Alignment with Water Mission’s Statement of Faith and core values of Love, Excellence, and Integrity.
• Commitment to ending the global water crisis.
• Should be willing to reside in Jinja for the contract period.
• Proficiency in office computer applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly articulate ideas and feedback constructively.
• Self-starter who problem solves and knows when and how to ask for assistance and counsel.
• Good planning and organizational skills.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good photography and documentation skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a high level of integrity.
• Ability to make field travels to remote locations within Uganda.
• Legal authorization to work in Uganda.

How to Apply:

All candidates should apply online at the link below.

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Deadline: 22^nd September 2023

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