The USAID Iraq Together/Ma’an (معاً) activity (Ma’an hereafter), supports select Iraqi government entities at the national, regional, provincial, and district levels to improve service delivery performance through the use of technology and process standardization while increasing the availability of and access to information, particularly related to public services. Ma’an also fosters improved and inclusive relationships and engagement between the Government and the communities they serve. Ma’an’s goal is more equitable, efficient, and sustainable public services.
Chemonics- USAID Iraq Together/Ma’an (معاً) activity (Ma’an hereafter) seeks a Sewage Treatment Consultant- Mechanical Engineer based in Iraq- Baghdad with frequent travel to the other locations in Anbar, Najaf, and Basrah. The Sewage Treatment Consultant- Mechanical Engineer Will Work with Targeted Sewage Directorates to Adopt Best Practices Applied by Baghdad Amanat to Apply New Technologies in the O&M of STPs. .
Responsibilities and Key Tasks of the Consultant:
Under this Scope of Work, the Sewage treatment consultant- Mechanical Engineer shall perform the following tasks:
Task 1: Hold an Introductory Meetings with Targeted PSD to Introduce the Intervention and Obtain the Necessary Buy-in to Apply Similar Technology at Other Provincial Sewage Treatment Plants.
In coordination with Ma’an field team, the consultant will introduce Ma’an activity, the intervention, provide an overview of the expected results. Also, the consultant will obtain buy-in from them and agreed that they will plan to apply similar technology and include it within the budget plan.
Task 2: Work with Baghdad Amanat to Select and Visit Model STPs .
In coordination with Ma’an field team, the consultant will hold meetings with stakeholders in the General Directorate of Sewage in Baghdad Amanat to introduce Ma’an, the interventions, and the results that will be achieved upon the completion of the intervention. The consultant will conduct site visits to the STPs in the Baghdad Amanat to select the appropriate STP in Baghdad Amanat that have certain technologies in the O&M area based on specific criteria. The consultant will also coordinate with the sewage directorate in Baghdad Amanat to identify the date and time of the expected tour to the selected STP in Baghdad Amanat.
Task 3: Conduct a Workshop for Targeted PSDs Staff to Learn about the Practical Application of Available Technology Used for O&M at Baghdad Amanat STPs.
In coordination with Ma’an field team, the consultant will provide a one-day workshop to the selected PSDs staff regarding the O&M technology used at Baghdad Amanat. will provide theoretical information on the technologies used and the possibility of applying by PSDs.
Task 4: Organize a Tour for the Targeted PSDs Staff to Learn about the Practical Application and Technology Used in O&M area at Baghdad Amanat.
The consultant will cooperate with Baghdad Amanat to facilitate and conduct a tour of selected PSDs to visit selected STP in Baghdad Amanat to identify the possible technology solutions related to the O&M area to enhance the functions of the selected STP.
Task 5: Conduct Mechanical Assessment to Identify the Feasibility of Applying Appropriate Technology Used by Baghdad Amarant STP
Task 7: Develop the Final Report.
The consultant will develop a final comprehensive report including all supporting documents developed during the implementation of the intervention. The report will include a general description on the selected technology and the proposed recommendations. The report will highlight achievements and results accomplished for each task, recommendations and next steps, challenges, lessons learned, and proposed future interventions (if any). The report should be submitted in Arabic and English.
Qualifications:
Duty Station:
The local STTA Sewage consultant- mechanical Engineer will be based in Baghdad with travel to various locations in Anbar, Najaf, and Basrah. Under this SOW, Ma’an will cover all other indirect implementation costs, including air and ground transportation, and phone communications. This position is open to Iraqi nationals residing in Iraq-Baghdad.
EEO Statement
Chemonics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors.
Note: This position is open until filled.
