Vacancy Announcement: Senior Electro-Mechanical Engineer

Number of Post: 1(One)

Supervisor: Director of Hard Facilities

Duty Station: Kigali, Rwanda

Employment: Full-Time

Duration: 1 year contractual – Renewable

Effective: May 01, 2024 

Background

King Faisal Hospital Rwanda Foundation (KFHRF) is a non-profit NGO dedicated to supporting the growth of Rwanda’s health sector. Through various programs, partnerships, and services at King Faisal Hospital and other hospitals across the country, the Foundation strives to enhance specialized medical care, facilitate clinical research, promote education and capacity building, and advance social welfare initiatives.

KFHRF is currently inviting applications from qualified individuals for the position of full-time Senior Electro-Mechanical Engineer. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with KFH facilities, as well as other selected teaching and referral hospitals in Rwanda, to develop drawings, renovation plans, schedules, and other electro-mechanical engineering-related programs aimed at enhancing teaching capacities. Detailed Key Performance Indicators and Terms of Reference will be provided to the selected candidate.

Responsibilities

1. Technical Drawings Development: Develop technical drawings for electro-mechanical infrastructure projects.
2. Infrastructure Assessment and Planning: Collaborate with KFH facilities and other hospitals to assess electro-mechanical infrastructure needs and develop comprehensive renovation plans.
3. Project Management: Develop schedules and budgets for electro-mechanical renovation projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and priorities.
4. Technical Expertise: Provide technical expertise and guidance on electro-mechanical engineering matters, including system integrity, equipment specifications, and environmental considerations.
5. Stakeholder Liaison: Liaise with relevant stakeholders, including government agencies, contractors, and consultants, to ensure smooth implementation of electro-mechanical renovation projects.
6. Progress Monitoring and Problem-Solving: Conduct site visits and inspections to monitor progress, identify challenges, and propose solutions as needed.
7. Capacity Building: Mentor and train staff on best practices in electro-mechanical engineering, promoting capacity building and knowledge transfer.
8. Strategic Development: Contribute to the development of strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing teaching capacities and improving overall electro-mechanical infrastructure quality.
9. Reporting and Documentation: Prepare detailed reports, presentations, and other documentation to communicate project updates, findings, and recommendations to stakeholders.

Qualification and experience

1. Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
2. Minimum of five (5) years of experience in electro-mechanical engineering, preferably in healthcare infrastructure projects.
3. Registration within a relevant regulatory body.
4. Proven experience in project management, budgeting, and scheduling.
5. Strong understanding of electro-mechanical principles, codes, and regulations in Rwanda.
6. Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
7. Fluency in English; proficiency in Kinyarwanda or French is an asset.

    Competencies

1. Demonstrates honesty, integrity, and professional ethics.
2. Knowledge of electro-mechanical engineering practices for healthcare facilities.
3. Understanding of construction standards, codes, and regulations.
4. Ability to conduct analyses and understand costs related to electro-mechanical systems.
5. General understanding of lifecycle maintenance for electro-mechanical systems.
6. Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
7. Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
8. Ability to report and draft meeting minutes accurately.

Assessment

Qualified applicants will be evaluated through a written assessment and competency-based interview and/or other assessment methods.

Disclaimer

KFHRF does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing, or any other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. We cannot be held accountable for any fee paid to any agency or agent to help you in your application and, we do not collect information on whether you have paid any fee to any agent.