Resident Engineer – Water Supply and Dams Construction Works

A career opportunity awaits at Somaliland Development Fund (SDF) — they are hiring a Resident Engineer – Water Supply and Dams Construction Works in Somaliland. Professionals with a background in Engineering and at least 9 - 10 years of experience are encouraged to apply. The closing date for this vacancy is Mar, 25. Invitation for ApplicationsCountry SomalilandProject Holder Ministry of Livestock and Rural DevelopmentProject Increasing Climate Resilience through Qool Caday Livestock Centre ofExcellence ProjectFund Somaliland Development Fund Phase 3IFA Title Resident Engineer – Water Supply and Dams Construction WorksContract Duration 10 monthsLocation Qool Caday, Salaxlay DistrictIFA No. P103-0421. BackgroundThe Somaliland Development Fund – Phase 3 (SDF3) covers the period 2025-2028, with the possibilityof a two-year extension. SDF3 aims to strengthen the climate resilience of vulnerable communities inSomaliland while creating increased income and job opportunities, thereby helping to reduce poverty.SDF3’s ambitions are aligned with NDP3 and reflect the priorities set out in Somaliland Vision 2030.SDF3 is funded with contributions from Denmark, Norway and the United Kingdom.The SDF3 Joint Steering Committee has approved the Qool Caday Livestock Centre of Excellence(QLCE) project. The QLCE is designed to serve as a multifunctional centre for climate-smart livestockproduction, training, research, and livestock-related commercial services. The project includesrehabilitating 8,000 hectares of rangeland, which includes a 6,000-hectare drought reserve, andconstructing water infrastructure, veterinary clinics, and demonstration farms. These interventions aimto improve livestock health, fodder availability, and water access, while promoting sustainable landmanagement. The QLCE project is built around three strategic pillars: climate resilience, inclusiveeconomic growth, and social inclusion. The project includes three outputs as indicated below2. Summary of the roleAs part of the QLCE project, a water-supply and surface-water harvesting infrastructure will beimplemented under Output 03. To support these works, the Project intends to recruit a ResidentEngineer – Water Supply & Dams Construction Works to join the Project Management Team(PMT), in line with the approved proposal and the === Skills & Qualifications === Required Qualifications, Skills and ExperienceQualifications & Skills• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Water Resources, Hydraulic, or Construction Engineering.• Registration with a recognised engineering body.• Excellent written and spoken English and fluency in Somali (mandatory).• Proficiency in MS Project, Office, AutoCAD (preferably Civil 3D).General Experience• Minimum 10 years’ experience in civil engineering construction supervision in the water sector.• At least 7 years in a Resident Engineer or senior supervisory role.• Minimum 5 years interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, and contracts including hydrological, geotechnical, and topographical data across at least two construction projects usingAutoCAD or similar software.Specific Experience• At least 7 years’ experience in water-supply and hydrotechnical works (dams, haffirs, pipelines,pumping systems, solar pumping).• Minimum 5 years in contract administration, IPCs, variations, and co --- About Somaliland --- Somaliland is a self-declared republic in the Horn of Africa with a relatively stable political environment and growing economy. Employment opportunities are concentrated in the main cities of Hargeisa, Burao, and Berbera, spanning government, NGOs, telecoms, and the private sector. Ereyada Soomaaliga (Somali Keywords): Shaqo Cusub • Injineernimo • Shaqo Buuxda

Required Qualifications, Skills and ExperienceQualifications & Skills• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Water Resources, Hydraulic, or Construction Engineering.• Registration with a recognised engineering body.• Excellent written and spoken English and fluency in Somali (mandatory).• Proficiency in MS Project, Office, AutoCAD (preferably Civil 3D).General Experience• Minimum 10 years’ experience in civil engineering construction supervision in the water sector.• At least 7 years in a Resident Engineer or senior supervisory role.• Minimum 5 years interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, and contracts including hydrological, geotechnical, and topographical data across at least two construction projects usingAutoCAD or similar software.Specific Experience• At least 7 years’ experience in water-supply and hydrotechnical works (dams, haffirs, pipelines,pumping systems, solar pumping).• Minimum 5 years in contract administration, IPCs, variations, and contractor supervision.• Experience delivering at least three projects involving surface-water harvesting structures, water storage facilities, or small-to-medium dams.• At least 3 years implementing site Health and Safety protocols, dam-safety, environmental andsocial safeguards.• Minimum of 3 years track record in preparing technical reports, including daily/weekly site reports, monthly progress reports, IPCs and as-built documentation.

. How to applyInterested candidates should send their application (cover letter and CV) to the SomalilandDevelopment Fund Secretariat through e-mail [email protected]. Candidates should indicate intheir cover letter how they fit the criteria outlined in the advert. All applications must be received by 25March 2026 at 1600hrs East African Standard Time. Applicants should clearly indicate the positionthey are applying for in the email subject line.Any attempt by a candidate to influence the outcome of the recruitment process in any way which canbe interpreted as canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification from being considered for thisposition.This position is open to Somaliland candidates only.Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Apply on [email protected]