With over 70 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith.

Come join our 34,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children’s life stories!

Key Responsibilities:

Supervise Social Economic Infrastructure:

• Assess new and existing social and economic facilities pertaining to health centres, water and sanitation infrastructures, dry season farming
• Coordinate Construction/rehabilitation of basic community infrastructures (schools, health centres, water and sanitation infrastructures, irrigation for agriculture etc.) sensitive to climate change (adaptation and mitigation)
• Assist the BORDER project obtain relevant permit for all construction works
• Monitor project progress and handle any issues that may arise
• Attends meetings with district assemblies, subcontractors, engineers, and others pertaining to construction/rehabilitation of basic community infrastructures (health centres, water and sanitation infrastructures, irrigation for agriculture etc.)
• Collect, interpret, and analyze water use data to: disseminate usage data in a form that is usable/actionable for the project.
• Facilitate the interpretation of laboratory test results for water.
• Administer programs for community groups that want to participate in conservation projects

Enhanced Technical leadership and support

Annual Project Plans developed timely for Social and Economic Infrastructure and in donor standards

Timely and accurate financial reports submitted.

Project budget developed and implemented timely

Well-developed DIPs that is aligned with WVG and donor standards

Well documented and disseminated case studies plus lessons learnt

Safety:

• Ensures safe working environment to staff, volunteers and contractors in alignment with local government, WV and donor requirements
• Ensures that contractors follow PATRIP Foundation and local government policies and procedures and report any violations to project manager
• Ensures and implements the emergency procedures and protocols
• Ensures that the affiliate’s safety policies are adhered to by contractors and vendors/suppliers related to all project infrastructure

Enhanced result-based reporting and monitoring

Compliance with PATRIP Foundation and WVI standards, policies, guidelines, approaches and strategies.

Give update to stakeholders

Risks identified and dealt with

Coordination & Interpersonal Skills:

• Ability to effectively plan, organize and manage time to achieve infrastructure targets and objectives within a set timeframe while ensuring that PATRIP regulations are being adhered to
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with other project team members and community leadership
• Ability to effectively manage and establish rapport with external contractors and District Assemblies and other stakeholders
• Ability to analyze and make informed decisions on a day‐to‐day basis with guidance and support from supervisor and in alignment with donor requirements
• Demonstrated ability to be an integral part of a team-oriented approach with an ability to work harmoniously and creatively with other team members

Strategic partnerships & engagements enhanced

Enhanced Integration of community engagement with other stakeholders

Enhanced working relationship with key partners to ensure sustainability

Improved relationship with stakeholders

Leadership and Strategic Planning

• Provides leadership for coordinating infrastructure and technical resource for the BORDER project

• Provides leadership and strategic direction in the execution of new construction/rehabilitate facilities to ensure that the needs of host communities and asylum seekers are met.

Operational Management

• Provides leadership on the allocation, condition, maintenance, and use of space

• Assess risk of project sites with project team to establish priorities for facility repair, replacement, or capital renewal.

• Operational management plans for infrastructure and resources are developed through consultation with local government agencies
• Coordinates infrastructure construction and rehabilitation and ensures standards are consistent with local government guidelines and PATRIP requirements
• Support Community participants to develop sustainability plans for all infrastructure for Water, Health, Schools and water for dry season farming

Capacity of BORDER staff, built to effectively deliver

Enhanced staff motivation

Performance agreements developed and evaluated

Promote good work culture and safe environment for work

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Minimum education, training and experience requirements to qualify for the position:

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The following may be acquired through a combination of formal or self-education, prior experience or on-the-job training:

A First Degree in Engineering, Building Technology, Water Resource Management, Project Management will be an advantage.

Minimum 5 years of directly relevant professional experience in the area of WASH, Health and Agricultural infrastructure development and management, irrigation management and project management.

Demonstrated skills and experience in report writing, budget management Experience and commitment to work with vulnerable communities especially Women, men, boys and girls

Working experience with Institutions involved in sustainable development/ community empowerment/ natural resource management

Demonstrated coordination and supervisory skills

Ability to transfer knowledge and skills formally and informally to diverse audiences; desire and ability to mentor staff

Proficient in MS Office Suite including Word, Excel, Power Point, etc

Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

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Must be fluent in English language, knowledge of French would be an advantage

Solid foundation in the core principles of civil engineering including materials science, and structural analysis proficiency

A deep understanding of construction methods eg modern construction practices, safety protocols, and the capabilities and limitations of different construction materials and technologies.

A good understanding of environmental impact assessments, sustainable materials, and techniques like green building practices and low-impact development.

Knowledgeable in relevant construction laws, regulations, and industry standards including local, national, and international codes, which may involve environmental protection, building codes, and public safety rules Knowledge in quality control and assurance practices to manage and supervise the construction process effectively.

Ability to Develop risk assessment, mitigation and management strategies that ensures that projects remain safe, compliant, and financially viable.

Excellent Communication skills to undertake meticulous documentation of project details, from initial designs to final constructions for legal compliance and future reference.

Applicant Types Accepted:

Local Applicants Only