Deadline: 20 September, 2022
Location: Maiduguri, Nigeria
Plan International is seeking applications from eligible applicants for the post of Construction Coordinator.
Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls
Responsibilities
- Oversee and direct construction projects from conception to completion
- Develop bill of quantity (BoQ) for construction works to include renovation of classroom latrines, temporary learning spaces, child friendly spaces and women and girls’ safe spaces
- Develop designs for proposed construction works, ensuring quality construction standards and utilisation of proper construction techniques
- Provide technical support to the supply chain team as it relates to selection of contractors for construction works
- Interface and coordinate with government stakeholders, line ministries and agencies across works, education, health, women affairs and social development
- Supervise contractors, ensuring construction work complies with building and safety regulations and executed according to agreed specifications and timelines
- Develop and maintain robust information management system including geo-tagging of the construction sites
- Support the preparation of reports for domestic and international consumption
- Lead the development and documentation of lessons learnt, ensuring continuous improvement and utilisation in upcoming construction works
- Monitor and report to the ERM, DERM, project manager or supply chain focal point as applicable
- Provide timely responses concerning queries linked with relevant projects or programmes
- Work with other members of the programme unit to ensure effective and efficient programme delivery
- Issue on behalf of Plan International a certificate of completion based on satisfactory quality checks and contractual conditions of performance
- Define clear responsibilities and deliverable requirements including overall team management for direct reports
- Perform any other programme and organisational related duties as specified by supervisor
Requirements
- Degree in Civil Engineering, Building Technology and Architecture, or a related field
- Three years, minimum, of experience in construction work, preferably in northeast Nigeria
- Possess significant experience working in emergency and fragile settings
- Experience providing services to children at risk and victims of abuse, exploitation and violence
- Strong ability to work independently, organise work, meet deadlines, maintain composure, prioritise work under pressure, coordinate multiple tasks and maintain attention to detail
- Community mobilisation skills
- Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills, creativity and flexibility
- Excellent command of English and Hausa languages
To apply and for more information, click here.
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