Construction Foreman at CARE

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Construction Supervisor, the Construction Foreman will oversee work of the cooperatives and offer technical advice. He/she will be the point of reference of both workers and supervisor and will be responsible for the completion of construction projects. The post holder is expected make quick decisions related to shelter construction activities in liaison with the supervisor. He/She must be well organized and value safety above everything else. The incumbent will be based in the field in most of the assignments.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

• Coordination of construction activities in Liaison with the Supervisor
  • Coordinate construction tasks according to priorities and plans.
  • Produce schedules and monitor work of cooperatives.
  • Allocate general and responsibility of the cooperative
  • Ensure manpower and resources are adequate
• Distribution of Shelter Kits
  • Working with the refugee community leaders, plan for the distribution of shelter kits.
  • Ensure each beneficiary receives the shelter repair kit as per the distribution modality.
• Supervision of staff
  • Directly supervise casual laborer.
  • Participate in the recruitment of construction staff.
• Reporting
  • Prepares daily, weekly and monthly construction reports.
  • Develops yearly construction report.
  • Participate in the evaluation of shelter activities.

AUTHORITY

Spending Authority: N/A

Supervision: Casual Laborers and Cooperatives

Decision Making: Makes normal decisions relating to effective performance of the Job

CONTACTS/ KEY RELATIONS

External: WFP, UNHCR, implementing partners, vendors, drivers delivering and loading materials.

Internal: All CARE staff.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position is based in Dadaab Main Office (DMO) with work allocations to any of the camps; Dagahaley, Ifo, Ifo2 and Hagadera camp as well as any other extension camps and program sites. This is a none-family working station. Hot weather is prevalent throughout the year with limited basic amenities. Road movement between duty station and Garissa as well as inter-camp movement must be under police escort (scheduled convoys) with strict adherence to safety and security regulations at all times. It is a six days work station with a compensatory time off according to CTO policy.

The incumbent shall reside in the CARE compound while executing official duties and shall obey and adhere to residential compound regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES

• Education: Diploma in Building Construction or related field. Certificate in Building Construction with proven work experience will be considered.
• Experience: At least 3 years relevant work experience in the field of building and construction preferably with an international NGO.
• Computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel Power Point and Windows-CAD programme is essential.
• Language Skills; Fluency in English both written and oral is required.

Competencies;

• Prior exposure and experience in supervising construction works and inventory management
• Hands-on experience in working with community based structures
• Experience managing construction budgets
• Ability to work effectively independently or in a team environment or with colleagues from different backgrounds
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural team environment
• Flexibility and willing to adapt to changing environment
• Good communication and writing skills. Good Organizational and Planning skills