Are you an experienced civil engineer passionate about sustainable development, water, and sanitation? Do you want to contribute to transforming rural communities in Nepal with safe, accessible, and inclusive WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) services? If yes, we invite you to apply for the position of WASH Infrastructure Engineer under the Sustainable WASH for All (SusWA) project—a bilateral initiative funded by the Government of Nepal (GoN), Government of Finland (GoF), and the European Union (EU).
About the Project – Sustainable WASH for All (SusWA)
SusWA is a comprehensive WASH sector initiative dedicated to improving water, sanitation, and hygiene infrastructure in Karnali Province, one of Nepal’s most geographically challenging and underserved regions. The project aims to empower local governments, improve rural and institutional WASH facilities, and ensure inclusive and climate-resilient WASH infrastructure for all.
Position Details
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Job Title: WASH Infrastructure Engineer
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Number of Positions: 1
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Duty Station: Jajarkot / Surkhet (Karnali Province)
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Contract Duration: Long-Term
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Deadline to Apply: Apply within 1 day and 11 hours from now!
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Views: 2234 (as of now – apply before the opportunity closes!)
Minimum Qualification and Skills Required
To be considered for this role, candidates must meet the following criteria:
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A Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field (e.g., Environmental, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Disaster Risk Management).
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At least 5 years of relevant work experience in rural water supply and sanitation.
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Strong fluency in both written and spoken Nepali and English.
Technical Expertise and Experience
We are looking for an engineer who can deliver high-quality technical inputs for sustainable WASH infrastructures. Candidates must have:
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Proven experience in feasibility studies, surveys, scheme design, cost estimation, and quality assurance of:
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Gravity-fed water supply systems
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Solar-powered and electrically powered water lifting systems
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Multiple-use water systems (MUS)
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Solid experience with the design and implementation of:
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Institutional toilets (for schools, health posts, and public facilities)
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Drainage systems, Fecal Sludge Management (FSM) systems
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Knowledge and application of Water Safety Plans (WSP) and water quality testing
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Competency in integrating Climate Change Adaptation (CCA), Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR), and Gender Equality, Disability, and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) into technical solutions
Technical Tools and Software Proficiency
The ideal candidate should demonstrate proficiency in:
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AutoCAD, MS Excel, ArcGIS, SW Maps
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WSPV3/WSPVB3 for water supply system design
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CROPWAT, New_LocClim, and other hydrological and GIS tools
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Basic construction supervision and quality control principles
Key Responsibilities
As a WASH Infrastructure Engineer, your key duties will include:
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Provide technical support and mentoring to WASH unit staff across rural and urban municipalities.
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Conduct surveys, designs, and detailed engineering of water schemes—especially focusing on large systems, solar/electrical lifting, and MUS.
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Guide the preparation of Bills of Quantities (BoQs) and ensure proper documentation through measurement books.
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Monitor the construction and ensure material quality and implementation standards on-site.
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Develop and design GEDSI-friendly water supply points and sanitation facilities.
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Assist in technical auditing, post-construction monitoring, and performance evaluations.
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Incorporate CCA/DRR and inclusive design principles throughout the WASH lifecycle.
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Prepare and conduct training sessions and technical workshops for capacity building.
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Collaborate with Technical Specialists, Advisors, and WUSCs (Water Users and Sanitation Committees) to maintain high implementation standards.
Why Work with SusWA?
By joining SusWA, you become part of a transformative mission to ensure sustainable WASH access for all, especially marginalized and remote communities in Karnali Province. You will work with an experienced technical team, contribute to policy implementation, and improve lives through sustainable infrastructure and inclusive practices.
This role offers:
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Opportunity to work in a high-impact development project
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Hands-on engagement in real-world WASH system design and implementation
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Exposure to international best practices in water and sanitation engineering
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A chance to contribute to Nepal’s SDG targets on clean water and sanitation
How to Apply
If you meet the above qualifications and are ready to take on this meaningful challenge, don’t delay—apply now! The deadline is fast approaching.
