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