Water and Habitat (WatHab) Project Officer - Kyiv - 882252 / Water and Habitat (WatHab) Project Officer - Kyiv - 882252 in International Committee of the Red Cross

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral, and independent organization whose exclusively humanitarian mission is to protect the lives and dignity of victims of armed conflict and other situations of violence and to provide them with assistance. The ICRC is mandated to work in countries affected by armed conflict or other situations of violence. The ICRC is present in over 100 countries and has some 18,000 staff worldwide. In 2014, the ICRC expanded its presence in Ukraine. Over 900 team members working across the county in various professional fields.

About the job 

The ICRC Water and Habitat Unit seeks a competent Water and Habitat (WatHab) Project Officer to join our team in Kyiv. The WatHab Project Officer plans, designs and implements engineering projects, monitors on-site works, and carries out needs assessments and surveys. The WatHab Project Officer will provide a close working relationship with external stakeholders related to the WatHab projects.  

Start date: as soon as possible

Your Tasks and Responsibilities

• Develop project documents such as drawings, bills of quantities, and contracts while ensuring compliance with ICRC standards and local regulations
• Monitor on-site work, supervise contractors, and ensure quality control, taking corrective action when necessary
• Gather and analyze technical information related to Water and Habitat programs, contributing to effective project planning and execution
• Participate in assessments, design, and documentation for construction and rehabilitation projects in places of detention
• Collaborate with the Logistics Unit to create tender documents, specifications, and contracts while organizing payments efficiently
• Guide contractors on-site and train end-users in operating and maintaining the infrastructure built or rehabilitated by the ICRC
• Create and update electronic project files (e.g., in the Project and Activity Management system) and provide regular implementation and progress report

What we offer you

• A great team to work with and an organization where you have an impact
• Employment contract according to Ukrainian labor law with flexible working arrangements 
• Competitive salary between UAH 55,000 and 84,000 (gross) before taxation
• Medical insurance for you and your depending family members
• Comprehensive onboarding and learning opportunities
• 20 days of annual paid leave
• Convenient office location in the city center

The ICRC is an equal opportunity employer that prioritizes staff safety and security. We are committed to diversity and inclusion within our workforce and encourage qualified female and male candidates of all backgrounds, including candidates with disabilities to apply for the position. We also value our employees' professional growth and offer a supportive and inclusive work environment. For more information, visit the website http://www.icrc.org/.

About you

To be successful as WatHab Project Officer in the Water and Habitat Unit, you should possess the following qualifications and experiences and have the following characteristics:  

• Ukrainian citizenship or permanent residence permit in Ukraine
• University degree in a relevant field (e.g., Energy, Environmental, Civil, Structural, Architectural, Mechanical, or Electromechanical Engineering, or a related discipline)
• Preferably 3–5 years of professional experience in a field related to Water and Habitat (WatHab) activities
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and similar design and drafting software
• Computer literacy and ability to use standard office and technical applications
• Solid understanding of core engineering and construction principles
• Good command of English and Ukrainian, both spoken and written
• Self-motivated with a strong commitment to teamwork and humanitarian principles
• Flexible, enthusiastic, and willing to learn
• Ability to work independently, as well as effectively under supervision
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks
• Ability to work within a diverse team and establish and maintain good working relations in a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural, and multi-disciplinary environment

Interested? Yes? THEN APPLY!

Please submit your English CV, along with your motivation letter and salary expectations, to the attention of the ICRC People and Culture Team. Please label your CV with your first and last names (First Name LAST NAME). In addition, please complete the compulsory ICRC questionnaire. The questionnaire is available through the following link: https://forms.office.com/e/APw3dvQMHJ. (Click on the link or copy the link into your internet browser.)

Your application will be considered only once you have completed the ICRC questionnaire and uploaded your English CV.

Application deadline: 19 November 2025

Only candidates meeting the abovementioned criteria will be contacted to move forward in the recruitment process. The ICRC reserves the right to re-issue the vacancy, cancel the recruitment process, offer a position at a lower grade, with an adjusted job description or different duration, or to recruit a candidate who matches the required profile before the deadline.

Міжнародний комітет Червоного Хреста (МКЧХ) — неупереджена, нейтральна та незалежна гуманітарна організація, місія якоit consists exclusively in protecting the life and dignity of victims of armed conflicts and other situations of violence, as well as in providing them with assistance.

The ICRC is authorized to act in countries affected by armed conflicts or other situations of violence. The organization is represented in more than 100 countries of the world and has about 18,000 employees. In 2014, the ICRC expanded its activities in Ukraine. Currently, more than 900 employees work across the country in various professional fields.

About POSITIONS

The "Water and Living Environment" (WatHab) divisionis looking for a competent Project SpecialistWatHab to join our team in Kyiv. This position involves planning, design and implementation of engineering projects, monitoring field performance, as well as conducting needs assessments and technical surveys. The specialist will also interact with external stakeholders related to WatHab projects.

Start date: ASAP

YOUR PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

• Development of project documentation (drawings, estimates, contracts) in compliance with the ICRC standards and current regulations of Ukraine
• Monitoring the performance of works on the ground, quality control, providing recommendations and taking corrective measures
• Collection and analysis of technical information related to WatHab programs for effective planning and implementation of projects
• Participation in evaluation, design and preparation of documentation for the construction or reconstruction of facilities, in particular in places of deprivation of liberty
• Cooperation with the logistics department in the creation of tender documentation, technical specifications and contracts, as well as in the organization of payment processes
• Management of contractors at facilities, training of end users in the operation and maintenance of built or restored infrastructure
• Maintenance of electronic project files (in particular in the project and activity management system) and preparation of regular reports on the progress of implementation

WHAT WE OFFER

• Work in a friendly team of an international humanitarian organization, where your activity has a real impact
• Employment contract in accordance with the legislation of Ukraine and a flexible schedule jobs
• Competitive salary ranging from UAH 55,000 to 84,000 per month (before tax)
• Medical insurance for you and your family members
• Complete adaptation program and professional training opportunities
• 20 working days of paid annual leave
• Convenient office location in the center cities

ICRC is an equal opportunity employer, pays special attention to staff safety and creates an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage all qualified candidates regardless of gender, age, health or background to apply for the position. The ICRC also supports the professional development of employees and provides a supportive and inclusive work environment. More details: http://www.icrc.org/.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

To be successful in this position, you must meet the following criteria:

• Citizenship of Ukraine or a permanent residence permit in Ukraine
• Higher education in the relevant field (energy, ecology, construction, architecture, mechanics, electromechanics or a related specialty
• 3-5 years of professionalexperience in the field related to activities in the Water and Habitat (WatHab)
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and similar design and drawing software.
• Computer literacy and the ability to use standard office and technical programs
• Good understanding of the basic principles of engineering and construction
• Fluency in English and Ukrainian, spoken and written
• High motivation, team work orientation, commitment to humanitarian principles
• Flexibility, enthusiasm, and willingness to learn
• Ability to work effectively independently and under supervision
• Ability to effectively organize time and set priorities
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment and build good working relationships

INTERESTED IN THE JOB? THEN APPLY!

Please send your resume in English and a motivation letter.Name the file with the sample: Last Name. Also fill in the ICRC application form href="https://robota.ua/redirect?event_name=url_click&redir_token=eyJPcmlnaW5hbFVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vZm9ybXMub2ZmaWNlLmNvbS9lL0FQdzNkdlFNSEoiLCJWYWNhbmN5SWQiOjEwODkxNzM5fQ==" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://forms.office.com/e/APw3dvQMHJ. (Click on the link or copy it into your browser window.)

Your application will be considered only after filling out the ICRC questionnaire and uploading an English-language resume.

Deadline for applications: 19 November 2025  

Only candidates who meet the specified requirements will be invited to the next stage of selection. The ICRC reserves the right to re-announce the competition, cancel the selection process, offer a lower level position, make changes to the job description or the duration of the contract, and close the vacancy early in case of selection candidate.