JSI is a US-based public health nonprofit organization dedicated to providing high-quality technical and managerial assistance programs throughout the world. In Ethiopia, JSI has been working to improve health outcomes for more than 25 years, implementing more than 60 projects and working in every region. JSI has historically managed a large portfolio of projects focusing on the quality, and equity in access of, RMNCAH services, primary health care (PHC) including community health program, digital health, health information systems (HIS), supply chain management, public health emergency responses, and social and behavior change.

Activity Overview

USAID Quality Healthcare Activity (QHA) aims at improving health outcomes through improved readiness of health facilities to deliver quality reproductive, maternal, newborn, child, and adolescent health (RMNCAH) services, increased management and accountability for quality service delivery, and restoration of services in health facilities in conflict-affected areas. QHA's strategies and implementation approaches will help the government of Ethiopia build public and private health care systems that are responsive, resilient, and sustainable. QHA will cover urban and peri-urban primary health care units (PHCU) and referral health facilities in select regions and woredas. The Activity, through funding support from USAID, will be implemented by JSI in collaboration with Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI), MSI Reproductive Choices (MSI), Project HOPE, and Network of Ethiopian Women's Associations (NEWA) for five years (May 01, 2023 - April 30, 2028)

Position Summary

The Site Renovation Engineer, under the guidance and technical support of the Facility Renovation Engineer, the Site Engineer is principally responsible for follow up of timely execution of renovation activities in the area office.

Duties and Responsibilities

 ·       Conduct the site assessment work at design stage.

·       Participate in preparation and review of design documents.

·       Conduct work inspection as per the specification and design drawings and perform the Quality Assurance inspection for each section of work before the contractor proceeds to the next activity.

·       Ensures that the contractor’s materials and installation methods are submitted as per the specification and got approval.

·       Ensures that quality of workmanship is as per the specification and all prevailing technical guidelines.

·       Confirms contractor’s quality test methods and procedures are as per the specification and design drawings.

·       Inspects contractor’s material fabrication process in workshops and on site and ensures delivery of only approved materials before installation.

·       Follow the construction progress, identify any delays and propose possible solutions at early stages.

·       Ensures the contractors adherence to health and safety requirements.

·       Ensures that environmental mitigation measures are in conformance with the specification, manuals and local requirements.

·       Inspect and record construction defects and follow their correction.

·       Conduct weekly site meetings with the contractor staff.

·       Review contractor’s submittals, clarification requests and payment invoice.

·       Prepare weekly and monthly construction progress reports.

·       Conducts final inspection of the works and identify punch list items.

·       Coordinates between the regional health bureau infrastructure department and local administration to support the construction contractor.

Perform other duties as assigned 

Job Requirements

·       Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Technology and Management.

·       At least three years of experience in a similar position

·       Adequate knowledge of engineering, technology, building, construction, and design

·       Strong time management and project management skills

·       Active listening and verbal communication skills

·       Dedication to learning new concepts and strategies

·       Prior experience in UASID Funded projects is an advantage

·       Knowledge of local language is an advantage.

How to Apply

Interested applicants who met the minimum requirements should send and apply through THIS LINK please submit your application letter with your CV in English detailing your experience and skills that are relevant to the post.

Please do not attach copies of your transcripts, academic degrees or recommendation letters with the application. You will provide them upon request.

JSI/WEI is a child-safe organization, and the safety and well-being of children is a priority of our organization. We have robust recruitment procedures to ensure that all staff are suited to work with the children served by our programs.

 JSI/WEI is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer committed to workplace diversity. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, gender, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, sexual preference, genetic information, political affiliation, or protected veteran status in any employment decisions. M/F/V/D