Field Assistant (Site-Engineer)

Organization Overview:

Muslim Hands International is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing humanitarian aid and sustainable development projects to communities in need globally. Muslim Hands International is dedicated to alleviating poverty and suffering around the world. With a focus on sustainable development, emergency relief and community empowerment, Muslim Hands International operates its activities in various countries including Bangladesh, providing aid and support to those in need regardless of race, religion or gender. With a focus on serving vulnerable populations, Muslim Hands International Bangladesh operates various programmes to improve Education, Food Security, Healthcare, WASH, Livelihoods and Emergency relief efforts.

Position Overview:

The Field Assistant- Site Engineer plays a vital role in the successful delivery of community-based infrastructure projects, including the construction and rehabilitation of mosques, shelters, WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) facilities, repair or renovation and other essential structures.

The position requires frequent field visits within Sylhet Division, coordination with contractors, community representatives, and internal teams to ensure quality, safety, and compliance with project standards. Local candidates from Sylhet are strongly encouraged to apply. Must hold a valid driving license. Ability to ride a motorcycle is mandatory; daily field mobility requires motorbike use.

Type of appointment: Short-term contract, which is renewable subject to satisfactory performance and availability of the requirement.

Key Responsibilities:

A. Technical Support & Site Supervision 

• Carrying out assessment and feasibility studies in the project to provide line managers with alternatives and possible solutions to infrastructure challenges in the area of specialization, e.g., installing / building / implementing. Liaising directly with the staff to identify the project needs and managing response and prioritization of requests.

• Supervise and monitor day-to-day construction activities to ensure alignment with Design, BoQ, project plans, schedules and specifications.

• Ensure all construction work complies with safety regulations, technical standards.

• Conduct regular site inspections and resolve any construction-related issues promptly.

B. Documentation & Reporting 

• Maintain site records, work progress data, and daily activity logs. 

• Assist in preparing weekly/monthly progress reports, site photos, and field documentation. 

• Support documentation of material usage, measurements, and work completion certificates. 

• Maintain accurate daily logs, site reports and relevant documentation for project records.

C. Coordination & Communication 

• Act as a liaison between the construction team, engineers, project management and local stakeholders.

• Coordinate with contractors, suppliers, community members, and local authorities as required. 

• Support field-level communication with project beneficiaries. 

• Participate in field meetings, monitoring missions, and technical assessments. 

D. Compliance & Safety 

• Ensure all construction activities follow organizational standards, safety protocols, and environmental requirements. 

• Promote safe working practices on-site and report any hazards. 

  Gender Equality Commitments:

  MHI Foster an environment that supports values of women and men, and equal access to information and provide a work environment where women and men must be evaluated and promoted based on their skills and performance. We respect beneficiaries' women, men, children (boys and girls) regardless of gender, sex orientation, disability, religion, race, color, ancestry, national origin, age or marital status and value and respect all cultures.

  Safeguarding Commitments:

  The appointee must perform his/her duties in accordance with the Muslim Hands International Code of Conduct and Safeguarding Policy and remain alert and responsive to any child and adult safeguarding risks, acquire relevant knowledge and skills which will enable you to promote strong safeguarding practices, understand the child and adult safeguarding policy and procedures and conduct yourself in a manner consistent with the Safeguarding Policy.