I am tasked with developing project plans and implementation strategies for Shelter and WASH programs, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and community needs. This involves conducting feasibility assessments, site visits, and technical surveys to determine project viability and preparing detailed work plans, budgets, and procurement plans for smooth execution. I provide technical expertise in WASH and shelter programs, including water supply systems, sanitation facilities, drainage networks, and sustainable construction methodologies. Collaboration with engineers, architects, and consultants is essential to design culturally appropriate interventions that comply with relevant standards and regulations. I develop a comprehensive monitoring and evaluation framework, conducting regular site visits to assess project quality, progress, and impact. Timely progress reports, updates, and case studies are generated for internal and external stakeholders. Additionally, I conduct training sessions on WASH practices, construction techniques, and facility maintenance. I establish effective coordination mechanisms with government agencies, NGOs, and community-based organizations/implementing partners. Active participation in coordination meetings, workshops, and conferences is maintained to advocate for WASH and shelter issues and promote integration with other sectors such as health, education, and livelihoods.

In my role, I provide engineering services on a daily basis to UN civilians, police, and military camps. I ensure that accurate records are maintained for various supplies, including water, fuel, Meals Ready to Eat (MREs), air support, vehicles, communication equipment, generators, engineering equipment, and office supplies. Additionally, I oversee the operation and maintenance of water and wastewater treatment plants, ensuring the proper disposal of effluent water and the provision of safe drinking water to camp residents and work areas. I am responsible for the upkeep and efficiency of generators, ensuring uninterrupted electricity supply. Construction projects, as well as other engineering tasks requested by the field office and residence camp, are under my supervision. I am involved in developing project documents, creating designs, and preparing material requisitions. Notably, I have established camps for military battalions and formed police units, including facilities such as barracks, mess/kitchens, laundry areas, toilets, and recreational spaces. Furthermore, I have set up an Integrated Personnel Accommodation Camp (IPAC) for UN international civilian staff and visitors, providing various amenities. Alongside these responsibilities, I assist in the recruitment, training, and supervision of contractors and technicians, develop logistical plans, coordinate logistics support for various organizations, and participate in survey missions and pre-deployment visits. Regular progress reports are submitted to the relevant offices in Bangui.

In my role, I was responsible for planning, scheduling, and overseeing the execution of engineering projects, encompassing construction, refurbishment, installation, and maintenance. I evaluated the requirements for equipment installation, repairs, and upkeep, drafting technical reports and issuing work orders to assistants and technicians. I developed project documents, prepared comprehensive scopes of work based on requirements, and created drawings and designs. Additionally, I managed water and wastewater treatment plants, ensuring the monitoring and safe disposal of effluent water, providing clean drinking water to camp residents and maintaining electrical infrastructure. I inspected and reported on construction and maintenance projects, interpreted technical drawings, prepared cost estimates, verified project progress, and facilitated the establishment of a military camp for 120 personnel, including the installation of modules, mess/kitchen facilities, laundry areas, water collection systems, toilets/ablution units, and recreational spaces.

As a supervisor, I oversaw and supported the technical assessment of water and sanitation infrastructure in community and schools. I conducted assessments for the construction of transitional shelters and prepared feasibility reports, designs, cost estimates, and tender documents. I managed budgets for construction activities and provided training on eco-friendly sanitation techniques. I coordinated with stakeholders, including government entities and donor agencies. I ensured the execution, monitoring, and timely completion of construction works. I reported regularly to my line manager and donor on the progress through weekly and monthly reports.

In my role, I was responsible for the operation and maintenance of various water treatment plants, including ODIS-RO, Ultra Filtration, mobile filtration units, water supply systems, storage tanks, waste water treatment plants, and ablution units. I supervised and provided guidance in managing the water treatment process and equipment maintenance across the mission area. I oversaw the training of operators in water/waste water treatment and distribution. Identifying viable water resources, I advised on their optimal utilization. I monitored the performance of water supply and distribution equipment, including boreholes, pumps, storage tanks, and distribution networks. Additionally, I supervised operators involved in equipment repair and assembly. I provided basic WatSan facilities to refugees in the UN camp and developed a comprehensive maintenance plan for all UN-owned plants in different locations. I ensured an adequate supply of spare parts and chemicals and supervised national staff and implementing partners, offering capacity development through coaching and mentoring. Furthermore, I prepared the annual budget for the purchase and servicing of water and waste water treatment plants.

In my role, I conducted preliminary and detailed feasibility assessments to determine suitable technological options for water and sanitation structures in various settings such as urban, rural, IDP camps, and off camps, in collaboration with Nutrition and FSL teams. I supported the manager in preparing monitoring plans, scope documents, and analysis reports. Additionally, I developed detailed BoQs and designed low-cost and sustainable water supply schemes and sanitation systems. I assisted in the distribution of hygiene kits and prepared procurement documents. I ensured adherence to technical designs by contractors and certified completed works. I also conducted water quality tests, analyzed the results, and prepared comprehensive reports with recommendations. Furthermore, I provided training to staff on cost estimation, feasibility assessment, and water quality testing. Regular construction progress reports were compiled and submitted to the technical supervisor.