Carpenter at International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)

Overall Responsibility

The incumbent will be responsible for technical tasks related to carpentry work, carries our repairs and maintenance of existing structures under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform carpentry work as directed, carry out any repairs or changes to existing structures;
• Assessment of materials and cost estimates required for projects;
• Make different kinds of furniture/joinery with good finishes;
• Knowledge of painting and varnishing work to any given item or building;
• Appropriate use of the electrical equipment for carpentry i.e. planners, jigsaws, sanders and drills.

Qualifications

• Certificate of technical training grade III in Carpentry or an equivalent;
• Must have completed Secondary School Education or equivalent;
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in relevant field with good references;
• Having knowledge and experience in welding work is an asset;
• Computer Literate.