WHAT WE DO

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 Working Unit seeks a competent Water & Habitat (WatHab) Generalist Project Officer to join our team in Dnipro. In close cooperation with the team members and line manager, the WatHab Generalist Project Officer will mainly be responsible for planning, designing, and implementing engineering projects within the scope of the ICRC’s water and habitat assistance.

Start date: August 2026

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Draw up documents (drawings, bills of quantities, contracts, etc.) for engineering projects and monitor project implementation
• Supervise small numbers of contractors working on project sites and conducts quality control of infrastructure installed by the ICRC
• Create project files in electronic databases (such as the WatHab Project Assistant application) and keep them up to date
• Prepare implementation/progress reports
• Provide regular information to colleagues on security, stakeholder issues and site progress
• Manage project purchasing on labor and materials according to the ICRC’s financial rules
• Administrate hand-over of ICRC-provided infrastructure to end-users
• Train or organize training for end-users in the operation and maintenance of infrastructure installed by the ICRC
• Use results-based management to evaluate project implementation
• Help identify needs through assessments and surveys

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 61000 and 88000 (gross) before taxation
• Medical insurance for you and your depending family members
• Comprehensive onboarding and learning opportunities
• 20 working 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 Generalist Project Officer in the ICRC Water and Habitat Working 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 civil or structural or hydrological/hydraulic or electro-mechanical or electrical or mechanical engineering or geology or water resource management and similar
• 3-5 years of professional experience in a related field of activity
• Good command (spoken, written and listening) of English and Ukrainian 
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office and AutoCAD
• Proficient use of Epanet or similar software (e.g., WaterCAD) and/or proficient in the use of mechanical and electrical drawing and calculation software is an asset
• Good knowledge of water, sanitation, construction, electro-mechanical engineering
• Experience in working with NGOs, INGOs, the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement and International Agencies is an asset
• 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!

To apply, please complete and submit the compulsory ICRC online application form via the HRspace recruitment module. Kindly note that your application will only be considered if it is submitted through the HRspace recruitment module.

To apply, please locate the "Apply" button in the top right-hand corner of the vacancy announcement and complete the application form.

Application deadline: 02 July 2026

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.