Construction Supervisor

Organization: Vétérinaires Sans Frontières Germany
Country: Kenya
Closing date: 04 Aug 2017

Job title: Construction Supervisor

Place of work: Turkana County

Donor: German Foreign Assistance

Monthly salary: As per VSF Germany salary scale

Length of Contract: Six months

Job Summary:

The purpose of Construction Supervisor position is to provide technical and professional support in the implementation of construction and WASH components of the project. S/he will provide technical support, supervision and guidance to Team Leader, Field officer and Field monitor who will be involved in the implementation of the project.

Key areas of responsibility:

· The Construction Supervisor will be a primary focal person for construction and WASH component activities of the project and responsible for planning, implementation and monitoring of the same.

· Ensure the availability of accurate, complete and up-to-date data/information required for effective rehabilitation of shallow wells and underground tanks with a particular focus on creating safe water access for humans and livestock.

· Conduct and lead assessment in the Turkana West and Turkana North sub-counties to inform identification of wells and underground tanks to be rehabilitated / constructed by the project based on technical specifications and community priority needs.

· Develop technical designs and BOQ of shallow wells and underground tanks to be worked on and ensure their approval by Turkana County Department of water.

· Ensure quality materials are procured by VSF-G and /or the contractor(s) for the construction works on shallow wells and underground tanks.

· Ensure a high quality of built structures through close supervision and monitoring of the construction activities.

· Ensure new and rehabilitated water sources of the project provide quality water services to beneficiaries in accordance to existing standards

· Submit timely and accurate monthly, quarterly and final reports on WASH component of the project.

· Plan and conduct capacity building by trainings of Water Users Committees (WUC) and communities on management of these structures to ensure a sustained utilization of the water sources

· Support other livelihood activities of the project as directed by the Team Leader.

· Represent the project in WASH technical working group (WESCOORD) in Turkana.

Job Requirement:

· Diploma in water/civil engineering/construction engineering from a recognized institution

· A minimum of 3 years post qualification experience in construction with a focus on WASH structures/sector; underground tanks, hand pump shallow and capacity building.

· Proficiency in computer aided design (CAD) softwares

· NGO experience in Turkana County is an asset

· Extremely flexible and able to work independently (self motivated).

· Interest in and ability to work in a team.

· Good organizational and interpersonal skills.

Application process

How to apply:

Application process

Interested persons should read and strictly requirements in the Terms of Reference and submit their CV and application letter not later than Friday,4th August, 2017.

The proposals should be sent to: recruitment@vsfg.org. Please indicate “Construction Supervisor - Kenya” in the subject line. Review of the applications will be done on a rolling basis and selection of the successful candidate will be made when suitable applicant is identified. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.