MAIN JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Coordination Tasks
Organize the tasks among the staff in the infrastructure development team, supervise their work and guide them on correct program implementation
Coordinate with the program team members and Area Manager and other relevant actors in the area.
Share regular updates with the Area Manager on behalf of the infrastructure development team.
Coordinate with public health/WASH and finance/logistics team to ensure the harmonized, smooth and transparent implementation of the activities
Develop plans to build local masons and artisans on technical skills and workmanship
Liaison with external stakeholders, including partners and donor, with regard to the rehabilitation, construction and any other engineering projects components.
Lead the handover process to the local authorities and partners
Archive relevant documents in a precise and detailed manner
Capacity building of the colleagues
Engineering projects documentation
Plan and conduct technical assessments in targeted areas, collect field data; write reports and provide advice based on the conclusions drawn.
Provide inputs for/prepare rehabilitation and construction works of structure and WASH infrastructures, and all other engineering works included in the program.
Prepare bills of quantities (BoQs) and designs
Plan in close coordination with relevant stakeholders (e.g. UNHCR, partner organizations, relevant departments of Turkana county government, etc.)
Procurement support; Provide input and perform quality checks for relevant procurement; supervise/coordinate/monitor the delivery/distribution of materials and construction process.
Prepare corresponding documentation and periodical/ad hoc reports, depending on needs
Perform the final evaluation of the works done
Oversee Engineering Projects
Oversee planning, scheduling, and implementation of the technical components of the project, in compliance with the authorities, donor and PWJ’s procedures, standards, and safety codes and other applicable legal regulations.
Conduct site inspections on a regular basis.
Monitor and evaluate rehabilitation and construction works in accordance with the accepted plans and other relevant documentation.
Operate adjustments depending on needs and based on consultations with the relevant stakeholders, team members and Area Manager.
Ensure accountability of construction materials
QUALIFICATIONS & PREFERRED SKILLS
Educational and Work Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering.
At least 7 years’ Experience in construction and civil engineering works in humanitarian and development settings.
Membership with the engineering professional body.
Solid experience in program implementation.
Strong coordination skills with proven ability to work across multiple technical areas simultaneously while supporting multiple staff members
Ability to write quality technical reports.
High level of engineering designing programs (AutoCAD, SAP, Revit)
Good experience in preparing BOQ and cost estimation for construction projects
Experience in monitoring the progress of the works against the targets
Experience in communicating with different stakeholders
Experience in working with industrial construction and in NGOs
Local knowledge of Turkana-West is a value-added.
Commitment to beneficiary accountability and humanitarian principles
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Experience in management of people and projects requirements
Good communication skills, highly organized, result-oriented, responsible and reliable manner
Ability to work under pressure, proactive and independent working style
Good understanding of community participation and ability to communicate with impact and respect
Ability to deal with complex situations and solve related issues
LANGUAGE SKILLS
English: Fluent
Kiswahili: native/advanced
Are up to the task? Do you have the experience and qualifications we are looking for? If so, please send your one-page application letter and your CV, including your expected remuneration as one pdf document, three professional referees (one of which must be your current or recent line manager), and daytime telephone contacts to: recruit@peace-winds.or.ke with the job title as the subject matter on or by 28th August 2024.
Apply via :
recruit@peace-winds.or.ke
