Field engineer in Predstavnictvo arche noVa v Ukrayini

`arche nova - Initiative for people in need' is a non-religious non-profit non-governmental organization (NGO) located in Dresden (Germany) and engaged in activities in the field of humanitarian aid, rehabilitation and development. Our main focus is on water, sanitation and hygiene (WSH). Additional information about the organization: www.arche-nova.org

Since 2016, arche nova has been actively working in Ukraine, supporting the affected population of Donetsk and Luhansk regions. With the outbreak of full-scale war in February 2022, arche nova expanded its aid program in Ukraine in response to an unprecedented humanitarian crisis. 

Terms: employment contract, trial period – 6 weeks

Position description

Under the direct supervision of the Project Manager, the Field Engineer is responsible for the on-site implementation of measures related to the water, sanitation and hygiene (WSH) sector, the restoration of housing and social infrastructure, as well as the provision of the necessary non-food goods as part of the implementation of the arche nova program activities in Ukraine.

Tasks and responsibilities

• Verification, monitoring and control of the implementation directly in the places of implementation of the program activities of measures related to social housing, restoration of housing and social infrastructure, as well as provision of necessary non-food goods.
• Performance of regular technical supervision and acceptance of construction, assembly and restoration works on locations, including subcontractors and partner organizations, to ensure high quality of work performed and compliance with conditions in accordance with technical tasks.
• Management of document management, including compilation, collection and verification of necessary work documentation, including technical tasks, specifications, acts of work performed, personal data of beneficiaries, etc.
• Promoting the establishment of relations and maintaining close cooperation with local authorities in target communities, utility companies and other interested parties to achieve maximum efficiency and impact of implemented projects; this includes, in particular, organizing and participating in joint meetings to resolve current issues.
• Regular reporting on the progress of implementation of program activities, including achievements, problematic aspects and ways to solve them.
• Performing other tasks related to functional responsibilities.

Qualification requirements

• Specialist degree or higher in relevant fields (construction, engineering, etc.).
• Minat least 5 years of proven experience in the execution and supervision of construction works, including necessarily in the field of civil engineering. 
• Experience of cooperation with budget institutions, housing and communal services enterprises.
• Knowledge of national building standards and norms, as well as the relevant legislation of Ukraine.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Flexibility and ability to work under stressful conditions.
• Readiness for regular work trips to places of implementation of program measures, guided primarily by safety requirements and access.
• Possible driver's license category "B" with at least 5 years of driving experience.
• English language skills (both written and spoken) preferred.

Benefits

• Monthly payment for services in accordance with the organization's tariff grid.
• Reimbursement of expenses related to work trips.
• Paid vacation and sick leave.

Application deadline: January 26, 2026

Please note that interviews with eligible candidates will be conducted on a rolling basis and the position may be closed prior to this deadline.  

How to apply:

Please send your CV to: [email protected]