Construction Assistant at International Rescue Committee

The International Rescue Committee is a global humanitarian aid, relief and development nongovernmental organization.

 

Construction Assistant

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND , Diploma
  • Experience3 years
  • LocationNairobi
  • Job FieldBuilding and Construction 

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee and supervise all construction activities for IRC in Hagadera
  • Assist in identifying the right contractors for construction work.
  • Assist in review contractors’ performance as per contracts awarded by IRC
  • Keeping track of all construction IRC tools and equipment.
  • Supervising of all incentive staff (maintenance team) and casuals working under him at any given time
  • Assist estimating bills of quantity/ quotation for constructions and maintenance repairs
  • Assist in identifying and procurement of construction materials
  • Making sure that programs construction materials are received on site, kept safely, and always maintain track of the same
  • Supervise the constructions, maintenance and repair works around IRC facilities in the field
  • Supervise contractors on site and report on progress frequently
  • Assist in prepare and submit monthly reports on repairs and constructions to the Construction Manager.
  • Undertake any other responsibility assigned by the supervisor.
  • Supervise water supply to the facilities.
  • Work with Admin personnel and Partners (UNHCR/PWJ) to ensure fuel supply is maintained.

Key Result Areas.

  • Supervising all construction on field sites.
  • Attending to Maintenance requests.
  • Performing routine maintenance checks
  • Supervising all maintenances incentive staff.
  • Tracking all IRC tools.
  • Adhere to the IRC policy and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Diploma/Degree in building, Construction Management, civil engineering or any other equivalent.
  • Basic Computer skills
  • AutoCAD computer skills added advantage.
  • Good communication in English and Swahili
  • Thorough method of working with ability to work under pressure to pursue multiple tasks simultaneously to successful conclusions
  • Positive attitude with good sense of humor.
  • Committed team player.
  • Ability to live and work in an isolated area and in conditions of limited comfort.
  • At least Three years’ experience working in any equivalent position.
  • The following experience will all be advantageous: previously worked with an NGO.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to International Rescue Committee on careers.rescue.org to apply

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