Job Information
International Rescue Committee Construction Assistant in Kakuma, Kenya
Requisition ID: req55859
Job Title: Construction Assistant
Sector: Operations
Employment Category: Fixed Term
Employment Type: Full-Time
Open to Expatriates: No
Location: Kakuma, Kenya
Work Arrangement:
Job Description
Working under the mentorship of the Construction Manager, the Construction Assistant is responsible for construction and maintenance of all existing IRC buildings in Kakuma and supervision of new constructions in all sites in Kakuma.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate and supervise all construction activities for IRC in Kakuma.
Take part in identifying the right contractors for construction work.
Assist in reviewing contractors’ performance as per contracts awarded by IRC
Keeping track of all construction IRC tools and equipment.
Supervising 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 preparing and submitting monthly reports on repairs and constructions.
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.
Supervising all IRC tools.
Abide to the IRC policy and procedures.
Qualifications
Diploma/Degree in Building, Construction Management, Civil Engineering or any other equivalent.
Basic Digital literacy.
Proficiency in design software.
Proficiency in written English and Swahili.
Required Experience & Proficiencies:
Detailed method of working with ability to handle high pressure situations to pursue multiple tasks simultaneously to successful conclusions.
Positive demeanour with good attitude towards positive critics.
Committed team player and ability to convey information in a detailed manner.
Ability to live and work in hardship areas and in conditions of limited comfort.
At least Three years’ experience working in an equivalent position.
Having previously worked with an NGO and in hospital set up will be an advantage.
Standards of Professional Conduct:The IRC and IRC workers must conform to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability and Equality. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and implements policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Harassment-Free Workplace, Fiscal Integrity, Anti-Retaliation, Combating Trafficking in Persons and several others.
Gender Equality & Equal Opportunity:IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or another characteristic protected by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request reasonable accommodation.
Kenyan nationals are encouraged to apply. International allowances are not available for this position. Salary and employee benefits are compliant to the Kenyan NGO Sector.
Disclaimer:
Please take note that International Rescue Committee (IRC) does not ask for any fees in connection with its recruitment processes.
