Engineering Assistant

About the role

The Engineering Assistant will provide technical support and quality assurance for shelter and infrastructure activities across the Bidibidi, Rhino Camp and Imvepi refugee settlements. The role involves conducting technical assessments, preparing Bills of Quantities and cost estimates, and monitoring renovation and construction works.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct technical assessments of households for cash‑for‑shelter assistance and determine repair needs.
• Prepare household‑specific Bills of Quantities (BOQs) and cost estimates to inform cash transfer values.
• Provide technical guidance to households and monitor the progress and quality of shelter repairs.
• Verify completion of shelter repairs and document outcomes.
• Support preparation of BOQs, specifications and documentation for renovation and construction works.
• Monitor contractors on site to ensure compliance with designs, BOQs, specifications and timelines.
• Identify technical challenges and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation and coordinate with programme teams.

Required profile

• Minimum 3 years field experience for bachelor degree holders (5 years for higher diploma holders).
• Bachelor’s degree or Higher Diploma in Civil/Building Engineering or related field.
• Experience in community mobilisation, site monitoring, and coordination with contractors and stakeholders.
• Ability to ride a motorcycle with a valid class “A” permit.

Required skills

• AutoCAD
• ArchiCAD
• Revit
• QGIS

What we offer

• Fixed‑term contract of 10 months (Band NM I2).
• Duty station in Bidibidi, Rhino Camp.
• Salary and conditions in accordance with DRC’s Terms of Employment for national employees.