Typical Responsibilities - Key end Results of the Position:

·       Ensure that the established activities on infrastructure are implemented as planned.

·       Review and recommend the completion of infrastructure projects to effect payment.

·       Execute and facilitate processes that lead to the commencement of infrastructure projects.

·       Document government standard designs, specification and bill of quantities of health post, health centre, schools, VIP latrines, etc. for planning, budgeting, immediate implementation, etc. as deemed necessary.

·       Give a modification ideas to the immediate supervisor for the standard designs according to the site setting as and when necessary for the proper execution of the project.

·       Receives construction materials from logistic department and stock them in proper way at site where houses and temporary stores responsibly

·       Distribute the construction materials from site where houses and temporary stores to labour contractors and daily workers only and only at construction sites and keeping their records properly in an auditable way.

·       Take all data of materials as well as construction vehicles log sheet copies and evaluate their outputs with respect to the standards set by the PA.

·       Monitor and supervise infrastructure undertaking of PAs and ensure that the works are executed to the standard and as per the contract agreement through frequent visits.

·       Participate in evaluation of infrastructure development projects jointly with camp coordinators, ARRA, UNHCR and with other stakeholders and partners.

·       Ensure the use of take-of-sheets and verify take-off sheets and payment certificates in consultation with the CO & PA Construction Supervisor.

·       Submit periodic reports for status of construction projects in the PA.

·       Perform any other duties assigned in him as deemed necessary by his immediate supervisor.

Dealing with Problems:

·       Interested to sort out problems in close consultation with all concerned staff

·       Willingness to work extra hours when needed and also interest to work under stressful situations

Communications and Working Relationships:

·       Act as spokesperson for the poor and marginalized among the community they live in

·       work closely with children, field team members, and refugees and  host communities

·       Smooth networking among the Afar staffs and social workers.

 Behaviors  

·       Identify one’s growth area in addressing behavior change and social transformation and report to immediate supervisor to build his/her capacity;

·       Responsible to perform other duties assigned by the PA manager and also other staff as appropriate

·       Respect the organization extra hours and use it effectively and efficiently

·       Proper handling of the organization’s property without or with minimum waste, tear and wear or damage 

Job Requirements

Educational Qualification and Experience

Education

BSc Degree in Civil Engineering, in Construction technology and Construction management, Building Technology or related fields

 Experiences

A minimum of One year job related experience.

 Knowledge & Skills Specific to the Post

Good knowledge of written and spoken English, driving ability and good interpersonal skills

 Competencies and values

·       Interest and love to work with children

·       Working with high work pressure

·       Good command of the English language (both spoken & written)

·       Computer Skills

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should submit the application form found with THIS LINK

This position is only open to Ethiopian Nationals, who must be eligible to live and work in Ethiopia.  

More information about Plan International can be found on THISLINK

References will be taken and background and anti-terrorism checks will be carried out in conformity with Plans Child Protection Policy. Plan operates an equal opportunities policy and actively encourages diversity, welcoming applications from all persons meeting the skills and experience required.

As an international child centered community development organization, Plan International is fully committed to promoting the realization of children's rights including their right to protection from violence and abuse. That means we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact with.

Plan International believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we as an organization, do everything we can to keep children safe. We must not contribute in any way to harming or placing children at risk.

Female applicants are highly encouraged to apply.