JPF WASH Engineer Written test

Candidate Name:

Date:

You have 1 hour to answer the questions below and return the completed test

Section A – General (22 marks)

1. WV is one of the main WASH actors in Azraq camp. Complete the table below by filling
in the minimum standards for each activity mentioned. Additionally, describe some of the
steps you will take to B) ensure community acceptance and C) coordination with all
stakeholders in the camp.

A. Minimum standards (8 marks)

WASH activity Minimum standards
Water Quality
FRC: 0.2 to 0.5 mg /l

Water Trucking Water Quantity

Litres/p/day: • Minimum of 15 litres per person per day
Maximum queueing time at a tap: <30minute
Maximum distance from HH to tap: <500m

Sanitation: Latrines
Ratio of latrines to persons: minimum 1 per 20 people
Max distance latrines should be away from Household: 50 metere

Solid waste # of 100 Litres containers per 10 HHs: and ideally be located at least
management 15 metres from dwellings. For neighbourhood or communal collection
points, initially provide a 100-litre container for every 40 households.
Provide one container per ten households in the longer term,
Hygiene promotion # of outreach workers per 1000 persons: Allocating two outreach
workers per 1,000 people is common. Outreach workers and volunteers
should have good communication skills, be able to build respectful
relationships with local communities

B. Steps for ensuring community acceptance (8 marks)

1- Make a commitment to develop an understanding of the various cultural groups within
communities served by your agency.__________________________________________

2- Create a safe, secure, and supportive environment where staff can explore and develop an
understanding for all cultures. Create formal partnerships with community organizations and
encourage staff to actively engage communities and families in the development of policy, program
design, and service delivery models.

3- Be active in local communities____________________________________________

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 4- If your agency provides educational and/or recreational opportunities for the community and
families served, make sure that they include experiences that are reflective of all cultural groups

5- the summer many communities have various festivals that celebrate the culture, traditions,
artwork, and dance of racial and ethnic groups. Encourage children and youth to share their
knowledge about the cultural groups to which they belong.

Steps for coordination with all stakeholders in the camp (6 marks)

1. Stakeholder meetings are the most common communication method in place for corporations,
especially since they can save time in conveying the message to a large number of people________
2. Establish clear roles
3. limit the number of overall stakeholders to only those who are essential____________________________
4. you need to establish a project framework to set clear boundaries and goals.
5. you must establish foundational elements such as orientation, dimensions, color palate, and graphic
elements. From here, you can move on to the look and feel of the finished product.

Section B – Scenario-based/Technical (38 marks)

Scenario
A recently ongoing project in Azraq camp aims to provide 150 private latrines to the refugee
HHs which include disabilities cases, and aims to provide water supply for this 150 HHs. The
current situation of the shelters in the camp as below:
- They are using public latrines.
- They are using the public distribution points for filling jerry cans.

Key facts
On average there are 6 people per household.
The households are likely to continue living in the camp for the foreseeable future.
Questions
1. Calculate the water needs for the target HHs. (4 marks)
They have 150 HH and 6 people per HH SO we have 900 person and 20 l per day then 18 m3
per day

2. What are the key hydraulic parameters that you will take into account when assessing
whether a pump system could be installed to transport water from a potable source
5km away from the camp? (5 marks)

1-Operation of Water Distribution System The operation of water distribution system

can be divided into 3 operations: hydraulic operations, water quality operation and
emergency operation
2-Pipe systems and pipe material

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 3- Valve: is a device that regulates controls or directs the flow of a fluid by opening,
closing, or partially obstructing fluid flow. It is a mechanical device that controls the
flow and pressure of fluid within a system or Process.
4- Water Meter: A water meter is a device used to measure the flow of water through
an outlet. It is usually employed for stipulating water charges and enabling cost
recovery.
5- Pumps: A pump is a machine that is used to lift water to a high elevation in a
distribution system

3. By using the table below and according to the proposed design in Annex 1, prepare
the basic BoQ for main elements to construct 150 latrines. (13 marks)

Hints:
1. The walls and roofs are Sandwich panels sheets; the total height of the latrine is
2.2m
2. The floor is to be concrete layer with 20cm thickness
3. Please add all calculations

Unit
Subtotal
External Normal Latrine Design UNIT QTY Rate
in USD
USD
Site clearing up to a depth of 20 cm to remove the top soil and level the
ground 150cmx150cm. LS 150
Construction of 20cm thick reinforced cement concrete (PCC) floor slab in C-
20 or 300kg of cement per m3 of concrete [120cmx140cm]; Mesh layer of 12
mm steel bars in both direction at 20 cm spacing. Reinforcement detailing as LS 150
shown on drawing. Cost including the removal of old base.
Supply and installation of 40mmx40mm and minimum 2.5 mm thick
rectangular/square hollow section (RHS) steel posts and truss members to fix LS 150
the wall and roof as shown in the drawing.
Prepare and place in position Sandwich panels sheet (0.5mm) for wall, door
and roof cladding as shown on the drawing. LS 150
Supply and installation of porcelain water closet, Arabian or Turkish type of 150
pcs
approved quality.
Installation of a horizontal ribbed underground plastic tank, 1000 liters
capacity, and double layer, to serve as septic/holding tank to collect raw 150
pcs
sewage from a toilet unit and temporarily hold the sludge.
Soak Pit (Vertical) - Excavate (using excavator or manpower) soak pit of 150
circular shape of 1.0 m diameter and 1 to 1.5 m depth LS
Supply and installation of PVC non-pressure drain pipe DN 110 mm (4")
diameter along with all the required fittings ( 45 Degree Elbows, Two tees
LS 150
elbow for disluging,V elbow, Perforated covers ,etc..) To connect the latrine to
1000L plastic septic tank.
Supply and installation of PVC non-pressure drain pipe DN 76 mm (3")
150
diameter along with all the required fittings (45 Degree Elbows, tees, etc..) to LS
connect the septic tank to the soak pit.

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Supply and installation of Solar LED lamp: 15W 6V Solar Lamp Power LED
Bulb Lamp fixed on latrine wall with a solar panel located on the roof with
associated devices, insulation and specifications: pcs 150

4. Propose activities and include the number and positions of WV staff and the Syrian
refugees volunteers that you will require to address the latrine fabrication process
(150 latrines as mentioned above), assuming that WV is going to conduct the project
by hiring volunteers (high-skilled, skilled, semi-skilled and labors) with different
specialization and you will be responsible for all site process. (6 marks)

1- Field Visit Preparation: Participants will discuss their field observations

with the goal of gaining more insight into latrine design and
construction( … person ,
2- Field Visit 1. Initial Meeting Meet with the appropriate person(s).
3- • Discussed how the technical, environmental, and social factors of
sanitation observed on the field visit impact latrine design and
construction
4- • Shared the type of soil located at the site and the location of water
sources and buildings in proximity to the latrine site.
5- Designing Pit Latrines
6- Planning for Implementation: Participants will know the necessary steps
for implementing a community sanitation program.
7- Step 1: Prepare Work Area and Materials
8- Step 2: Construct Wooden Frame1
9- Step 3: Place the Rebar
10- Step 4: Mix Concrete
11- Step5- set the water closet
12- Finish the concrete work
13- Prepare of tot sheet ,wild and fix the things that it s required
14- Construction of pit

5. From the mentioned scenario, what are the main protection risks that you should
identify and consider for latrines? Additionally, list some ways that you can ensure
accountability to the beneficiaries in this response. (4 marks)

1-the dimensions
2-the distance from the tent
3-privacy
4- Structurally safe
5-The objective should be to achieve 1 latrine per household (max 20
people)
6-Latrines for elderlies and special needs should be as the standard of
sphere

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 6. Prepare a human resource table for the proposed activities from question 4 above.
(6 marks)

Description:

The Volunteer will be responsible of:

 Support in the implementation of project activities directly in the places of implementation

 Support in the logistics processes to procure, store and distribute stocks, supplies and services
for the timely delivery of project objectives.
 Receiving training on concrete and sanitary works
 Any other duty assigned by the WV staff in the framework of the construction of latrines
activities.

Required profile :

 Experience in working with a diverse team

 Excellent communication skills
 Experience in concrete works and sanitary works

Job Summary
The main purpose of the position is, under the management of the WASH/Shelter Program Manager,
to implement Concern’s WASH activities in informal settlements.
This role includes gathering information and data on informal settlements locations, WASH technical
assessments, consultation with project beneficiaries, BOQ preparation and review of construction
activities, negotiations of agreements with contractors, and monitoring of Concern’s activities. It also
includes responsibilities around support and mobilisation of refugee communities; oversight and
monitoring of infrastructure construction; conducting assessments and general coordination and
reporting.

Responsibility:

 Oversee the day-to-day construction activities

 Ensure project work sites meet all legal, environmental, health and safety requirements.
 Ensure all activities carried out by the contractor are of the highest quality and on time in
accordance with the approved plans, specifications and work schedule.
 Maintain a daily site diary, recording all works activities, number of men on site, number and type
of all plant on site, testing of materials, quality of the work, any difficulties encountered in
carrying out the work and any suggestion by the contractor of an intention to claim for extra
payment for any reason.
 Ensure that all required testing of materials is carried out and that detailed records are maintained.
 Ensure that all aspects of the work are carried out accurately by checking all lines, levels and
measurements.
 Ensure the contractor’s compliance with the approved construction schedule.
 Close coordination with all stake holders/community on daily activities to ensure smooth project
implementation.
 Arrange ad-hoc meetings, as required, with the contractor and other stakeholders on the project
site.

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 Report to the Senior Engineer/Project Manager daily on the activities undertaken highlighting
challenges/problems encountered on site.
 Update the construction schedule based on actual accomplishments to monitor progress of the
contract on a weekly basis.
 Engage in the referral system by collecting referrals from the beneficiaries on site and referring
them in coordination with the referral focal point to improve service provision.
 Participate to the Emergency Response through site visits, RNA assessments, distributions, etc.
 Participate in the COVID-19 response of CWW through assessments and distributions of IPC,
disinfection and hygiene kits.
 Create and train WASH committees in the ISs where the intervention is taking place to promote
community participation and ownership of facilities.
 Prepare and submit weekly progress reports with working drawings indicating accomplishments
to monitor progress.
 Represent Concern at local meetings with stakeholders, contractor and other relevant actors as
necessary.
 Coordinate project activities with other actors and stakeholders in the programme area as
necessary, especially the WASH actor in the area.
 Work with the community, ensuring they have full knowledge of the on-going project, its
progress and expectations.
 Conduct additional tasks as requested by the Project Manager or Programme Manager. .

Section C – Direct questions/Site management: (18 marks)

Q1. Identify the project cycle management stages. (6 marks)

1-Initiation Phase

2- Planning Phase

3- Execution Phase

4-Monitoring and Controlling Phase

5-Closure Phase

Q2. Mention the steps for procurement process for a large network construction. (6 marks)

Step 1 – Identify Goods or Services Needed

Step 2 – Consider a List of Suppliers

Step 3 – Negotiate Contract Terms with Selected Supplier

Step 4 – Finalise the Purchase Order:

Step 5 – Receive Invoice and Process Payment

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Step 6 – Delivery and Audit of the Order

Q3. Mention the technical data you will collect in order to take the decision of the type of waste
water systems to be designed. (6 marks)

1. Close distance to a drinking water source High Main water well , private bore hole , none
2. Density of inhabitants (people per ha) :High low , average , high
3. Soil structure :Medium Rocky, clay, sand
4. Cooperation of local community/municipality :Medium Bad , neutral, good
5. Cooperation of IS community :Medium Bad , none, moderate , good , excellent
6. Cooperation of landlord :Medium Bad , fair , good , excellent
7. Flood prone area during the winter :Most parts of the IS , substantial parts of the IS , specific
limited locations , hardly to no locations
8. Vulnerability of the host community
9. Access for desludging truck
10. Distance to sludge disposal point
11. Risk of eviction
12. Health situation
13. Mobility of ITS community
14. General cleanliness of IS (incl. solid waste)

Annex 1. Latrine design

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Section A: /22
Section B: /38
Section C: /18
Total: /75

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