NGO JOBS

Organization: CTG Global
Country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 01 Jan 2014

Position Design & Construction CoordinatorPlace of Performance Kabul, AfghanistanContract Duration One (01) YearSalary TBAStarting Date ASAPClosing Date

OVERVIEW OF CTG GLOBALCTG Global is a Personnel Management Service Company specialised in Recruitment, Management Consultancy, and Human Resources in countries experiencing or emerging from armed conflict, natural disasters, or acute social and economic crisis worldwide. CTG Global provides tailored personnel management support enabling a growing number of public and private sector agencies and individuals to achieve their objectives in complex and challenging environments. CTG Global clients currently comprise UN agencies, non-government organizations (NGOs), and different corporate organisations such as security companies.

OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION

Our client supports stabilization, state building, and governance and development priorities in Afghanistan. Our client supports, in partnership with the Government, the United Nations system, the donor community and other development stakeholders, has contributed to institutional development efforts leading to positive impact on the lives of Afghan citizens.

Over the years Our client support has spanned such milestone efforts as the adoption of the Constitution; Presidential, Parliamentary and Provincial Council elections; institutional development through capacity-building to the legislative, the judicial and executive arms of the state, and key ministries, Government agencies and commissions at the national and subnational levels.

Our client in Afghanistan is committed to the highest standards of transparency and accountability and works in close coordination with the United Nations Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) and the UN system as a whole to maximize the impact of its development efforts on the ground.

Years of conflict have damaged Afghanistan’s economic, political, physical, social and institutional structures. Reconstruction demands a secure environment in which there is credible leadership and enforced rule of law. Strong, legitimate and effective public administration structures, responsive to the needs of ordinary citizens - including the poor – are a precursor to any sustainable development. To this end, our client supports Afghan electoral institutions so that they can become more effective vehicles for development.

Our client’s Enhancing Legal and Electoral Capacity for Tomorrow (ELECT) project- phase I (2006 – 2011) provided technical and operational assistance to Afghan electoral bodies throughout the 2009 Presidential and provincial council elections and 2010 parliamentary elections.

ELECT II which commenced January 2012 was conceived as a targeted and focused project providing a support and advisory role, with a particular focus on institutional strengthening and capacity development during the inter-election period. In line with the process of transition or Afghanisation, as articulated in the Kabul Conference in July 2010, the number of international staff was significantly reduced from previous years.

As the result of a project Mid-term Review and a UN Needs Assessment Mission, the ELECT II project has been extended beyond its original end date of December 2013 until December 2015, and the project objectives have been revised to now include direct electoral assistance for the conduct of the 2014 Presidential and Provincial Council Elections and the 2015 Parliamentary elections.

The overall objective of ELECT II is to support the national electoral institutions to plan and conduct credible elections, most immediately the 2014 Presidential and Provincial Council elections and the 2015 Parliamentary elections, and to better ensure the integrity of the process. Continuing long-term assistance through support to capacity building of national electoral authorities beyond 2010 is in accordance with Security Council Resolution 2096 (2013).This assistance is closely coordinated with UNAMA, UN Department for Peacekeeping Operations (DPKO) and UN Electoral Assistance Division (EAD).This is being accomplished through seven focused outputs:

Output 1: Output 1 - Sustainability of the IEC is enhanced via both its institutional and staff capacity development. Output 2: A sustainable, long-term approach to voter registration in Afghanistan, which also promotes maximum participation of eligible citizens in the 2014 and 2015 elections, is developed and implemented.Output 3: The IEC’s engagement and informational outreach with key stakeholders, including the electorate, is enhanced.Output 4: The IEC’s operational management functions, and the project support services, are strengthened. Output 5: The conduct of key electoral operations for the 2014 and 2015 elections by the IEC is improved. Output 6: The electoral dispute resolution mechanism is enhanced. Output 7: The media regulatory mechanism for the electoral process is enhanced.

As part of the capacity building efforts ELECT in cooperation with the IEC in 2012 has commenced the implementation of a plan to construct IEC field offices and ware houses in selected provinces as well as to upgrade the security parameters of the IEC HQ and the provincial offices.

GENERAL FUNCTIONS

In the execution of these duties and responsibilities the Design & Construction Coordinator Consultant will report to the Senior Technical Advisor for the UNDP/ELECT project. S/he will work with a team of qualified and experienced national engineers in all the disciplines necessary to complete the above design work which will form the ELECT Design & Construction Unit (DCU).

Summary of key functions: 1. Conduct a consultation process to assess needs 2. Design of provincial offices and warehouses; 3. Assist with tendering process; 4. Assist IEC with construction oversight

The Design & Construction Coordinator Consultant is required to conduct the following during the course of his duties.

1. Consultation process The consultant will be requested to conduct a needs assessment in consultation with the client (IEC) to understand and receive a complete design brief including all requirements in terms of ventilation, lighting, spatial condition, materials, security etc. In order to quantify the design requirements, several meetings will be conducted to gather information and review the different design options. A final decision in terms of architectural layout, structural design and estimate cost will be taken by all concerned parties. This consultation process must include the following: • Receive initial briefing from the IEC and ELECT, and collect all the data, information, guidance and orientation available. • Visit selected sites (including Kabul) and collect data required for execution of the offices and warehouse design and general works specifications, including the verification of the site selection if possible and making changes in the layout and orientation if necessary. • Concurrently with this consultation process the IEC shall assign the responsibility of the land survey and soil investigations of the site to a local qualified engineering firm. The development of all technical information by the consultant is conditioned by the results of those tests; without these inputs the consultant should not proceed with the work besides a basic template design.

2. Design of provincial offices, warehouses and security parameters: The design is expected to be a template to be applied to different provinces and while subsequent soil tests etc. may bring changes, it should be flexible enough to be implemented with minimal alterations. The office and warehouse design needs to have two size variations based on province size. In addition design shall be provided for security upgrades of office compounds.Based on the existing information, the land survey, the soil investigation, the IEC standard drawings, he/she will prepare and submit a for approval, by all concerned parties, all architectural, structural and service drawings as detailed here below: • Master Plan to fit into an A1 sheet. • Lay out plan to fit into an A1 sheet. • Complete set of Architectural Drawings (scale 1:100) including plans for each floor, sections detail drawings (1:50 or 1:20) as needed and elevation for each façade. • Complete set of structural drawings (same scale as for Architectural drawings). • Complete set of service drawings consisting of: • Plumbing drawings. • Drainage drawings. • Rain water harvesting drawings. • Electrical drawing. • Lightening protection drawings • Any other drawings as required.

• The design must be according to the standard engineering practices and codes. a. FIDIC Standard Construction Contracts b. Afghanistan Construction Standards • The design should comply with local construction technology and material available. • The design should be in line with the earthquake guidelines parameters. • The design should satisfy the need as briefed and should be in line with existing topographic and pedestrian route arrangements (if a site visit is not possible then satellite imagery, site photos and topographical maps will be provided). • The design should be economical and should have cost effective construction techniques. • A maintenance plan shall be provided to IEC/ELECT which will be handed over to the government and should be according to the capacity of the local community skills and potentials.

The Design & Construction Coordinator Consultant will advise the project management on the DCU towards the above ends.

1. Assist with Tendering process: • Preparation of a detailed specification for all the material used in the design or required for the construction. This is to be done through the preparation of a Request for Quotation (RFQ), or an Invitation to Bid (ITB), in line with UNDP and IEC government requirements. A scope of Works (SoW) and Bill of Quantities (BoQ) is expected to be developed as part of the RFQ or ITB. • Once the results from the above have been received and the technical part finalized the consultant will support UNDP and IEC procurement. More specifically he/she will provide inputs during the tender and award processes especially in the pre-tendering meetings with contractors and as a member of the Tender Evaluation Committee.

2. Assist IEC with construction oversight: • Utilize the services of the DCU engineers to augment the QA/QC team when designs are complete and the emphasis moves towards construction.
   • Coordinate and advice the project management on how to lead the IEC Engineer and his team of QA/QC engineers in construction oversight of the provincial compounds. This will include issues like inspection of construction materials prior to installation, approval of quality and strength tests and results of such tests, quality of construction and finishing, advice and instruction to contractors, measurement of work and approval of contractor interim claims. The ELECT QA/QC engineers and DCU design engineers will accompany the IEC engineers on site visits as and when required

3. Information and Reporting The Design & Construction Coordinator Consultant will report to ELECT project in close coordination with the IEC and UNDP country office

4. General • May be required to undertake missions of undetermined duration within Afghanistan, as and when required, in support of the design process including site visits • Any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the CTA Deliverables? IEC Kabul Compound: o Coordinate and advice the project management on preparation of design briefs for all infrastructure and security upgrades required - (to be completed end of first month)o Coordinate and advice the project management on the data collection process required to provide sufficient information to prepare designs for all infrastructure and security upgrades required - (to be completed end of second month)o Coordinate and advice the project management on the design process in all disciplines including architectural, structural, electrical, water and sanitation towards preparation of technical document packages for issue to IEC and ELECT Procurement Units for launching of ITBs and RFQs. The packages will include drawings, bills of quantities, scopes of work and specifications (between third and twelfth month 10 % delivery per month)o Coordinate and advice the project management on the DCU Unit in the provision of assistance to the IEC Engineer and his team of QA/QC engineers in construction oversight - (between third and twelfth month 10 % delivery per month)

? Provincial Compounds:o Coordinate and advice the project management on the preparation of design briefs for all infrastructure and security upgrades required - (to be completed end of first month)o Coordinate and advice the project management on the data collection process required to provide sufficient information to prepare designs for all infrastructure and security upgrades required (to be completed end of second month).o Coordinate and advice the project management on the preparation of typical office and warehouse design suitable use on the majority of provincial compounds - (between third and twelfth month 10 % delivery per month)o Coordinate and advice the project management on the preparation of "one-off" office and warehouse designs required where the typical designs do not fit - (between third and twelfth month 10 % delivery per month)o Coordinate and advice the project management on the preparation of design of utilities such as electricity, water, and sanitation (between third and six month 20 % delivery per month)o Coordinate and advice the project management on the design/documentation process in all disciplines including architectural, structural, electrical, water and sanitation towards preparation of technical document packages for issue to IEC and ELECT Procurement Units for launching of ITBs and RFQs. The packages will include drawings, bills of quantities, scopes of work and specifications - (between third and six month 20 % delivery per month)o Coordinate and advice the project management on the provision of assistance to the IEC Engineer and his team of QA/QC engineers in construction oversight - (between third and twelfth month 10 % delivery per month)

? Provide the following technical support to procurement units:o Provide Engineers Estimates for all work packages (between third and six month 33% progress per month)o Attend pre-bid conferences (first six month 50 %; second six month 50 %)o Carry out technical bid evaluations review and certification (first six month 50 %; second six month 50 %)o Visit prospective contractors to inspect premises, equipment and authenticity of bid declarations (between third and twelfth month 10 % delivery per month)o Attend pre-award meetings - (between third and twelfth month 10 % delivery per month)

? Prepare all planning spread sheets, estimates, budgetary information and progress reports required by management - (between third and twelfth month 10 % delivery per month)Institutional Arrangement• Under the overall guidance of the CTA the consultant will directly report to the head of pillar one.• The consultant will provide monthly narrative progress reports.• The consultant will closely work together with the IEC, in particular with the IEC departments in charge of procurement, logistics and field operations as well as with the IEC engineering unit.• The consultant will be provided office space by UNDP either within the IEC HQ compound in Kabul or the UNDP Office. • The consultant will further more be provided the necessary ICT equipment (laptop, mobile phone, radio) and security devices (personal body armour, helmet) and will be fully included in the UNDP security regime.• Subject to availability of space UNDP if appropriate will secure accommodation at one of the following MOSS compliant locations (costs have to be covered by the consultant): UNOCA compound, Green Village compound, Kabul Lodge, or Serena Hotel. In line with the UN security regime the consultant has to take accommodation in one of these secure locations.• UNDP will provide transport from the accommodation to the office and back.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE

Education and Experience • Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification in engineering or related fields. • Minimum of 10 years of engineering experience at appropriate level (15 years’ experience with bachelor degree)• Proven background of vertical structure design• Experience in monitoring and evaluation and preparation of tendering documents• Experience of implementing construction in Afghanistan or other comparable conflict countries• Strong team work spirit• Experience and ability in preparing reports• Prince 2 or equivalent Project Management qualification

LANGUAGES• Fluency in written and spoken English is essential• Knowledge of Dari or Pashto languages is an asset

How to apply:

Interested candidates should submit their CV along with their application letter via e-mail to careers@ctgglobal.com with reference to “BHJOB2678_414” in the subject line. Short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Organization: Arbeiter-Samariter-Bund Deutschland e.V.
Country: Haiti
Closing date: 05 Nov 2013

ASB has been working in Haiti since January 2010, with its efforts concentrated in the towns Petit Goave and Grand Goave, ASB is committed to an approach that seeks to link Relief, Rehabilitation and Development with a special focus on victims of the earthquake. Moving forward, ASB will expand its involvement in DRR to encompass a wide range of activities that are divided into five main interrelated areas:

1) The construction of six disaster resistant schools in order to ensure the safety of students in the event of a disaster and provide emergency shelter for the population of the catchment area.
2) The upgrade of particularly vulnerable sections of rural roads (about 8 km) to ensure that the roads remain passable in case of natural disasters.
3) Basic skills training in safe construction practices to ensure all aspects of resilience in terms of (re-) construction of houses and social infrastructure are applied.
4) Building on ASB past successes, 250 primary schools in the school district Petit / Grand-Goave will receive disaster preparedness refresher lessons through regular trainings and other extracurricular activities.
5) The establishment of school gardens in 12 selected schools. Parents and students will be introduced to new crops and methods of food preservation.

Reporting to the Country Director and the Program Manager, the Construction Coordinator will direct, manage, supervise, and coordinate the activities of all ASB-Haiti’s community infrastructure initiatives. S/he has oversight over projects led by the Program Manager and follows the overall development, implementation, scale-up, monitoring and reporting activities of construction projects. S/he will provide professional and technical assistance to the Program Manager on all engineering & construction issues and will coordinate assigned activities with other divisions, departments, and outside agencies. The Construction Coordinator will work closely with the Program Manager to effectively manage relationships with a variety of stakeholders including external partners and vendors. S/he will be responsible for timeliness and meeting requirements of deliverables within the scope of all infrastructure projects; including the construction of six primary schools, approximately 8KM of rural road construction / rehabilitation as well as assist in the training of 60 trainers of “Safe Construction Practices”.

Duration: 18 months
Start: November 2013
Salary: ASB offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience

Key responsibilities include:

• Assume management responsibility for assigned activities of ASB-Haiti’s Engineering & Construction projects ensuring that each project meets its specific objectives and defined standards
• Conduct all necessary pre-engineering surveys and investigations
• Work closely with Program Manager and Operations Manager to design and develop RFAs, proposal evaluation and lead the selection process of engineering firm(s)
• Manage the budget of all Engineering & Construction projects
• Review, verify and further detail the design of the contract works, to approve theContractors' working drawings and, if necessary, to issue further drawings and/or to give instructions to the Contractor;
• Directly supervise the work of the selected construction company and ensure that the project is implemented as per contract by:
o Ensuring that agreed technical references are respected and applied in the construction work
o Ensuring that the construction is moving as per agreed timeline in order to avoid any delays
o Ensuring that designs are respected and regulations are applied
o Ensuring the quality of materials being used on site are to the standards Specified
o Ensuring that site safety standards are being adhered to
o Ensuring the project is implemented as per TORs
o Maintain good relationships with the community, the municipality and other stakeholders where the project is implemented.
o Liaise with Program Manager to organize community mobilization meetings where and when necessary in order ensure community ownership of projects and to solve proactively any concerns raised by the community.
o Producing daily and monthly progress reports as well as project final report.
o Perform any other tasks in line with the position required by the Program Manager
• Manage construction department by providing guidance, instruction and direction to team of national staff

Person specifications Experience

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in the construction industry achieved either in the private sector or humanitarian contexts.
• Proven experience in supervising and monitoring construction projects, including schools and rural road construction and leading training programs
• Good experience in social mobilization

Key Competencies

• Civil or Construction Engineering
• Strong coordination and interpersonal communication skills
• Problem solving oriented
• Fluent in French and English , with knowledge of Creole preferred
• Excellent professional writing, presentation and communication skills

Essential:

• Bachelor of Science degree in a construction-based discipline including Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction
• Knowledge of MTPTC and DGS ( Direction du Genie Scolaire) building codes and design standards
• Computer skills - be able to work with Word, Excel, Ms Project. AutoCAD knowledge
• Good knowledge of procurement policies, techniques, practices and procedures;
• Negotiating skills to shape and influence agreements with vendors;
• Discretion and sound judgment in applying technical expertise to resolve day-to-day issues;
• Knowledge of sources of supply, market trends, pricing, and other related matters;

How to apply:

ASB is an equal opportunities employer. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants should send a Letter of Motivation (max. 2 pages) and a CV (max. 2 pages) specifically addressing the above job description and requirements with contacts for 2 recent professional referees to:

application-ahi@asb.de

Subject line: “Construction Coordinator ASB Haiti”

Only electronic applications accepted.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

LINK
Only in German:
http://www.asb.de/haiti.html

Organization: Croix-Rouge Française
Country: Chad
Closing date: 01 Nov 2013

Contexte du poste

La Croix Rouge du Tchad (CRT) et la Croix-Rouge française (CRf) sont en relation depuis les années 70, et travaillent en partenariat au Tchad de manière permanente depuis 1998. La CRf s’est impliquée à travers ce partenariat sur la ville de Moundou (sud du pays) depuis novembre 2004 dans le domaine de l’eau, de l’assainissement, de l’hygiène, et depuis 2010 dans le Sahel (région du Batha) afin de répondre à la crise nutritionnelle en premier lieu.

En 2013, la CRf mène en partenariat étroit avec la CRT les projets suivants :

• Un projet Eau et Assainissement dans les régions du Logone Occidental et du Mandoul financé par l’Union Européenne. Ce projet comporte un volet eau, un volet assainissement et un volet sensibilisation à l’hygiène, et cible 19 villages et un quartier périphérique de la ville de Moundou.

• Un projet intitulé « Prise en charge de la malnutrition aiguë globale et renforcement des structures de santé dans la région du Batha ».

• Un projet intitulé « Amélioration de la sécurité alimentaire par la consolidation du dispositif d’information au niveau local et le renforcement des capacités des organisations rurales du District d’Ati ».

• Un projet intitulé « Amélioration de la santé maternelle et néo-natale » dans 4 pays du Sahel dont le Tchad dans la région du Batha

Contexte général

Le Tchad fait partie des pays les moins avancés (PMA). Son indice de développement humain très faible (170ème / 175, selon le PNUD en 2007) le classe parmi les huit pays les plus pauvres du monde. C’est un pays très vaste, (1 284 000 km2, cinquième pays en taille d’Afrique continentale), mais très peu peuplé. Il présente une économie fragile, un fort endettement, et des indicateurs sanitaires et humains très faibles.

Le Tchad est classé avant-dernier en ce qui concerne l’accès à des installations sanitaires de qualité (8% de la population) et à une source d’eau de qualité (34%). Le Schéma Directeur de l’Eau et de l’Assainissement, adopté en 2003, indique comme priorité l’amélioration des conditions de vie et de santé des populations par un accès étendu à l’eau potable et à l’assainissement de base et par l’éducation et l’information des populations.

Relations avec la Croix-Rouge du Tchad (CRT) :

Depuis 2010 la CRf est fortement impliquée dans le développement du département de formation 1er secours de la CRT, nutrition, santé communautaire (y compris Eau-Hygiène-Assainissement) et sécurité alimentaire. La coopération avec la CRT est très étroite et avancée tant au niveau régional qu’au niveau national (système d’homologues). Un atelier de coopération s’est tenu en Octobre 2012 et doit être réitéré en fin d’année 2013.

Aperçu des programmes dans la région du Batha :

1. Prise en charge de la malnutrition aiguë

Afin de répondre à la situation de crise nutritionnelle que connait la région du Sahel et plus particulièrement le Tchad, la CRF a développé un programme de prise en charge de la malnutrition aiguë intégré au sein des structures sanitaires (31 centres de santé et 3 hôpitaux) des districts d’Ati, Oum Hadjer et depuis juin 2013 à Yao (région du Batha). Cette intervention a pour objectifs de prendre en charge les cas de malnutrition aiguë modéré/sévère et autres pathologies de santé primaire avec l’assistance technique CRf en support à la Croix- Rouge du Tchad et à la délégation régionale sanitaire. Dans le cadre de ce projet, le délégué sera amené a encadré l’aménagement des Centre de Santé afin d’y garantir un meilleur accès à l’eau et à l’assainissement pour les populations bénéficiaires.

1. Sécurité alimentaire

Le programme « Amélioration de la sécurité alimentaire par la consolidation du dispositif d’information au niveau local et le renforcement des capacités des organisations rurales du District d’Ati » a pour objectif spécifique d’augmenter lasécurité alimentaire par la mise en place de systèmes locaux autonomes de collecte d'informations et par le renforcement des capacités de service des organisations rurales.

1. Amélioration de la santé maternelle et néo-natale

Le projet a démarré avec la prise de fonction du Chef de projet en Août 2012 et prendra fin en avril 2014. Le programme vise à renforcer deux axes principaux, l’offre de soins en santé maternelle (en améliorant la qualité de la prise en charge) et la demande (en sensibilisant les populations et en renforçant leurs connaissances en santé maternelle et néonatale). Il cible les mêmes centres de santé que ceux appuyés par le projet de prise en charge de la malnutrition.Un projet d’appui est également mis en place à partir du mois de septembre afin de compléter l’offre de soin en santé maternelle dans la région du Batha à travers la Prévention de la Transmission du VIH/SIDA de la Mère à l’Enfant.

Ces deux projets sont également mis en place dans trois autres pays de la sous-région (Mauritanie, Mali et Niger) et des rencontres d’échanges seront organisées entre les acteurs des différentes délégations de la CRF concernés par ce projet multi-pays.

Dans le cadre de ces différents projets, le délégué sera amené à travailler sur la construction d’une maternité et du siège du comité départemental de la Croix-Rouge du Tchad d’Oum Hadjer (bâtiment abritant les bureaux et une salle de réunion/formation ainsi qu’un espace dédié au stockage du matériel) sous financement de la Croix-Rouge Hollandaise

Le Poste

Le délégué construction a pour objectif de concevoir, préparer, et suivre les différents chantiers de construction à mener ou en cours dans la sous-délégation du Batha, dans le respect des procédures CRf/bailleurs et en impliquant les autorités compétentes et la CRT.

Le délégué construction assure d’une part la conformité des plans des ouvrages aux normes nationales, la délivrance des autorisations de construction, et d’autre part l’organisation, le lancement et le bon avancement des chantiers par le suivi des contractants. Il gère son équipe locale et est également responsable de la parfaite exécution technique des ouvrages et du suivi des contrats.

Responsabilités :

A- Préparer et suivre les différents chantiers de construction

B- Gérer une équipe

Lien hiérarchique :

• Le délégué construction travaille sous la responsabilité du chef de sous-délégation.

• L’équipe dont il est responsable est composée d’un assistant construction.

Liens fonctionnels :

Pour mener à bien sa mission, le Délégué construction devra collaborer avec :

• Le coordinateur logistique des projets CRT/CRF

• Le logisticien de la sous-délégation

• L’administratrice de la sous-délégation

• La coordinatrice administrative et financière à Ndjamena

• Les équipes techniques du projet santé maternelle et néonatale

• Le comité régional de la Croix-Rouge du Tchad

• Les autorités régionales

Le profil du candidat

Formation :

• Formation d’architecte ou ingénieur en bâtiment

Compétences et expériences indispensables :

• Capacité à travailler en contexte difficile (milieu isolé et précaire, insécurité)

• Capacité à travailler en pleine collaboration avec la Croix-Rouge du Tchad et les autorités locales compétentes

• Capacité à s’adapter au contexte de la région (respect de la culture locale)

• Capacité à travailler en équipe d’une manière indépendante et organisée dans un environnement multiculturel

• Excellentes capacités organisationnelles

• Bonnes capacités de gestion d’équipe (former, organiser et déléguer)

Compétences et expériences appréciées :

• Expérience similaire en expatriation souhaitée, si possible en contexte humanitaire ou de développement Connaissance ou expérience du Mouvement Croix-Rouge est un plus

• L’arabe est un plus

Lieu de mission : Ati, région du Batha

Durée du poste : 04 mois

A pourvoir le : 01/11/2013

How to apply:

Merci de postuler directement sur le site de la Croix-Rouge française en envoyant CV + LM :

http://www.croix-rouge.fr/Je-m-engage/Travaillez-a-l-international

Organization: ICON Instituts
Country: Tajikistan
Closing date: 09 Sep 2013

We are planning to apply to the KfW financed project: "Treatment and Prevention of Polio Cases". The purpose of the Project is to improve diagnosistics and treatment of newly occurring cases of AFC (acute flaccid paralysis) or Polio through timely correct laboratory diagnosis, and intensive care and improvement of the efficacy of Polio vaccines by delivering Polio vaccines and improving the cold chain in the Republic of Tajikistan. Specifically the activities include beside a profound trainign program:

-Revision of the already developed architectural plans for a clinical laboratory with an entero-virus section (BSL 2 level)
- Rehabilitation and restructuring of the intensive pediatric care ward, isolation ward, and neurological department within one building; rehabilitation of the water supply system, sewerage, and heating system.
- Procurement and installation of the medical and non-medical equipment, and if necessary laboratory reagents for the different services for at least one year after installation of the new laboratory equipment.
- Procurement and installation of the cooling, transport and storage equipment for the cold chain for Polio vaccines throughout the country.
- Advice to the MoH

Requirements:
-university degree in architecture / construction engineering
-at least 7 years of professional experience construction of hospitals preferrably including intensive pediatric ward and isolation ward
- experience in construction/rehabilitation of at least 1 medical laboratory
-good English language skills (writing, speaking, understanding)
-working experience with an international organisation would be an advantage
-Tajik national

How to apply:

Please send your CV by email to: christiane.ponz@icon-institute.de
Please note that only applications will be answered that fulfil all above mentioned requirments

Organization: International Rescue Committee
Country: Central African Republic
Closing date: 28 Oct 2013

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home.

BACKGROUND:For over a decade, CAR has suffered from a multi-faceted crisis marked by chronic poverty, political instability, and violence. In December 2012, the Seleka rebel alliance took control over much of the country and, after a short period of attempted negotiations and peace talks, carried out a coup d’état in late March 2013. Since then, public services, governmental offices, police and military forces, schools, health provisions, and other services have come to a standstill. The planting season was heavily disrupted in a country with 80% of the population involved in agricultural work and protection issues are having a cross-cutting impact on all sectors. As a result, the chronic humanitarian needs facing CAR have become acute in many parts of the country requiring immediate and intensive humanitarian action to respond to the multi-sectoral needs at hand.

Scope of WorkThe Water/Civil Engineer Program Manager will be responsible for overseeing IRC’s construction and rehabilitation activities in Nana Gribizi and Ouham Pende prefectures of CAR. These activities will focus on infrastructures related to economic infrastructure, school facilities, and ground-water systems and rehabilitation. The activities and projects that the position oversees involve both direct implementation and supporting implementation by communities through consulting engineers and contractors. The post, therefore, involves ensuring that design, construction and field supervision are conducted to a high professional standard by IRC employees and the private contractors.

The position reports to the Area Program Coordinator also based in Kaga Bandoro.

Responsibilities

Program management:Supervise the design (directly or contracted) of infrastructures that are adapted to population needs and context and match international and national norms and standards. Support communities to establish and oversee implementation of systems for controlling the quality of supplied construction materials; closely monitoring market prices; tracking works progress against work plans, and controlling the quality of the final construction outputs.Support communities to manage, in a strategic manner, construction/rehabilitation budgets and/or budget components to ensure an appropriate and efficient use of resources in the area of operation.Oversee implementation of grants and reporting systems and management of budgets, including budget forecasting, development of spending and work plans and indicator tracking sheets related to construction activitiesSupport communities to ensure that bidding process are done in a in a consistent and transparent mannerContractors management:Oversee the engagement of independent contractors for construction projects under governance and rights programmingEnsure proper provisional and final handover of infrastructure from IRC or the contractors to both the communities and the local authorities. Coordination:Work closely with the APC and other Program Managers to ensure an integrated program approach and design as well as joint response to challenges to meeting the education and ERD program objectives in both Nana Gribizi and Ouham Pende prefecturesLiaise regularly with APC and Grants Manager to provide updates on the program, discuss emerging challenges, and collaborate on the design of new programs or changes to existing programs.HR management:Manage the IRC construction team; provide leadership and supervision. Actively promote staff development, conducting mainly on-the-job trainings with a view towards promoting high performing national staff to managerial positions. Write job descriptions; establish hiring criteria for project staff, interview and select staff as needed.Actively manage performance of construction team staff, including setting yearly objectives for each staff member and providing them with informal semi-annual review and formal annual performance review based on these objectives.Limit, identify, document and dismiss staff involved in fraud and corruption.Reporting:Produce monthly reports and provide direct strategic advice to the APC, Grants Manager, and Country Director, so as to adjust the programmatic priorities and implementation modalities as necessary. Contribute to the production of required reports for donors, in collaboration with the Grants Manager as requiredREQUIREMENTS:

Degree or equivalent experience in engineering or construction.2+ years of construction site management and/or engineering experience, preferably in an international setting and/or in Africa.Water and sanitation engineering/construction experience.Ability to work independently while being a strong team player.Ability to work well under unstable security, administrative, and programmatic pressures.Ability to manage a team and to show flexibility (balance between quality of the construction and respect of community decision making process)Advanced knowledge of usual desktop software such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.Knowledge of engineering / drafting related software is preferable

The Civil Engineer/Construction Program Manager will be based in Kaga Bandoro, but may make occasional visit to Bocaranga field office if/when necessary.

How to apply:

Please apply online:http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH02/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=IRC&cws=1&r...

Organization: UN Children's Fund
Country: Mauritania
Closing date: 03 Sep 2013

1. Context

Mauritania has been the largest recipient of refugees from Mali. The arrival of more than 75,000 persons with a majority of women and children has put an extra burden on the already under-developed infrastructure. UNICEF is committed to improve access to basic services for refugees and host population. In order to ensure an appropriate response UNICEF Mauritania is establishing a zone office in Bassiknou.

1. Purpose of the assignment

Construction activities under UNICEF supervision are increasing in Mauritania. From nil in 2012 the amount dedicated to construction is estimated to roughtly 1.5 million of USD for schools, health centers and premises for a new zone office. An international support is required for project supervision. Supply Division underlined the need to create a construction cell inside Country Offices, to supervise construction process from feasibility study to final hand over.

1. Main activities and outcomes

The incumbent will work on 5 specific objectives:

Objective 1, Zone office in Bassiknou: ensure launching and follow-up of rehabilitation of UNICEF/WFP new compound in Bassiknou taking into consideration MOSS and MORSS standardsObjective 2, design: produce innovative prototypes in school and health design; design infrastructures and conduct evaluation activities. Supervise service provider’s work in collaboration with relevant ministries.

Objective 3, site assessment: undertake visits to project sites, assess local conditions and resources, and monitor UNICEF inputs. Communicate with local counterparts authorities on project feasibility and effectiveness.

Objective 4, contracting: identify and recommend technical partners and contractors, monitor procurement of supplies and equipment.

Objective 5, financial follow up: evaluate and analyze financial and supply reports to ensure appropriateness of documentation, expenditure are within allotments..

For each construction project, the incumbent will carry out the following tasks:

• Site surveys, feasibility studies, bill of quantities, cost estimates
• Selection of design and supervision companies against specific TORs
• Monitor the preparation of bidding documents, drawings, specifications
• Monitor bidding process and advise on awards
• Monitor site follow up by the supervision company
• Monitor payments of contractors and companies
• Proceed to reception and official hand over to government

Expected Results:

Detailed monthly situation reports including up-to-date financial break-down and status of expenses will be produced by the incumbent.
All contracts with contractors and companies are established according to UNICEF rules and regulations, financial and administrative circulars, Book G and any other relevant guidelines.
Constructions are done in strict respect of Ministries’ guidelines, Mauritania construction code, UNICEF child friendly schools guidelines and all other relevant guidelines.

Place of work

Based in Nouakchott with frequent travels to project sites.

1. Supervision, Feedback and Reporting

The incumbent will be based in the Supply Unit in Nouakchott, under the direct supervision of the Operations Manager. As a member of the Supply unit, he will attend the unit meetings and share information on a daily basis.

The incumbent will work in close daily cooperation with the relevant Programme Staff, NGO and the Ministries’ engineers.

1. Key qualifications and required skills:

Education

Advanced university degree in civil engineering or building construction, or an architect diploma.

6.Work Experience

• Five years of professional work experience in construction with a focus on design, standardization, programme monitoring, some of which would be in development work.
• International work experience in emergency duty station with a security component would be an asset.
• Practical experience with design of technical drawings and editing technical specifications.
• Excellent working knowledge of computers including Autocad software.
• Ability to express clearly and concisely ideas and concepts in written and oral form and to produce reports in a timely manner.
• Ability to work independently as well as with a team in an international, multicultural and interdisciplinary environment and establish harmonious and effective working relationships both within and outside the organization.
• Independent and creative thinking.
• Excellent oral and writing skills in French, good command of English

How to apply:

Toutes les demandes doivent être présentées par voie électronique à l'adresse e-mail avec l'objet de l’e-mail « DEMANDE POUR – « SSA, Construction Specialist, P3 » à : < nouakchott@unicef.org >.

Organization: UN Children's Fund
Country: Bangladesh
Closing date: 05 Sep 2013

1. Planning• Assess the situation of the construction unit with regard to resources and objectives, recommend and arrange changes where necessary.• Participate in the formulation and development of programme goals, strategies and approaches for the UNICEF plan of cooperation. • Coordinate activities and exchange information/ideas with Programme Sections, to contribute to achievement of overall country programme objectives.• Assist Programme Sections in the planning of construction/rehabilitation projects and liaise with relevant units of the Government.

2. Tendering and Contracting• Ensure timely bidding, and full compliance with procurement rules and regulations (e.g. Public Procurement Act, UN Procurement guidelines and UNICEF Supply Manual).• Assist UNICEF in the preparation of bidding documents (e.g. Terms of References, Expression of Interest, Request for Proposals, etc.).• Coordinate the production of all construction documents (e.g. design, specifications, bill of quantities, etc.) and elaborate construction estimates.• Assist UNICEF in pre-qualifying contractors and support the short-listing of qualified contractors/vendors for construction services.• Attend site assessment visits, pre-bid site meeting/conference, respond to queries, clarify bid documents, etc.• Assist UNICEF in the technical and financial evaluations of received bids.• Assist UNICEF in the preparation and sign off of contractual documents for construction works/services.

3. Project Management and Monitoring of construction works• Coordinate and liaise with all actors involved in the implementation of construction projects.• Undertake field visits in regular bases in order to monitor and evaluate project implementation, identify problems and propose remedial action. Identify alternative courses of action to accelerate/improve programme delivery.• Closely work with local authorities and beneficiary communities during planning, implementation and resolving the social issues related to the construction sites that may arise. Submit the field trip reports in time with findings and recommendations for action by supervisors.• Develop the work plan for the implementation for the quality assurance strategy and monitor compliance to ensure objectives and targets are met and achieved.• Assign projects to the Engineering Consultancy Firm providing quality assurance services (under the LTA), to ensure construction works progress as per specifications, timelines and under budget.• Participate in establishing effective monitoring, information and reporting systems, and in the development of communication materials and strategies to support advocacy and community participation.• Approve disbursement of funds ensuring proper utilization and accountability, and ensure that activities are within established plans of action and the programme budget allotments.• Check tender & contractual documents of construction projects to guarantee that they fully comply with UNICEF’s requirements for Liquidation of related funds.• Deals with all financial and business aspects of UNICEF’s construction works within the overall framework of UNICEF’s operating methods. Cooperates closely with S&P and Operations Sections for this purpose.• Specific tasks are:i. Review and approve contractor’s construction schedule.ii. Review and approve contractor’s detailed designs, specifications and BoQ.iii. Provide timely technical guidance and feedback to the Programme specialists and Implementing Partners on issues related to the designs, layout plans, specifications, tender & contract documents submitted by contractors of the Implementing Partners and other quality issues that require immediate actions. iv. Prepare and review Progress reports as appropriate. v. Prepare the report of pending work and work to be carried out during the defects liability period.vi. Develop a comprehensive monitoring and quality control system for UNICEF supported construction works. Maintains a tracking system of consultants/contractors visits to the sites, instruction to the consultants/contractors are logged in the field book to ensure that all construction sites are adequately supervised and technical support provided by the Consultants/contractors. Make sure that soil test, materials tests are conducted as per the requirements underlined in the contract documents.

4. Reporting• Report to the supervisor on regular basis. Obtain progress updates from the field prepare monthly/quarterly reports to be submitted to Donors, Government Counterparts and UNICEF senior management. Report to the Supervisor on any pertinent issues related to the construction activities. Ensure the final Project Completion Reports are prepared and compiled systematically.

5. Communication• Communicate with the Programme colleagues, related units in UNICEF, consultants, local authorities such as PWD/HEU/DGHS/LGED/DPHE, DPE& MOWCA for sharing information and enhancing the understanding and mutual cooperation.• Participate in meetings with national authorities in general and MOHFW/LGED/ DPHE/DPE in particular to ensure that UNICEF’s work is in line with national policies and relevant guidelines. Follow up on implementation of recommendations and agreements.

6. Documentation and final close upCompile all necessary documents for future use on UNICEF construction Programmes, close all projects ensuring completed certificates, and also ensure that all defects are completely rectified by the respective contractors within the defect liability period.

7. Qualifications or specialized knowledge/experience/competencies required for the assignment:

a) Education: Advanced degree in civil engineering, construction engineering, architecture or other relevant technical area. Specialization in construction of buildings is preferred.

b) Work experience: At least five years of direct, hands on, professional work experience in construction, planning, and project management. The incumbent should have worked in the construction field preferably seismic resistant buildings and should have dealt with management of consulting companies and contractors.

Desirable but not essential that the incumbent has previous work experience with UNICEF or the UN system. Working experience with an international organization and government system will be an asset.

How to apply:

If you are interested, plz apply directly to: zrukhsana@unicef.orgYou have to include your latest PER and a copy of your P11 filled-in with your detailed CV.

Organization: UN Children's Fund
Country: Bangladesh
Closing date: 05 Sep 2013

1. Planning• Assess the situation of the construction unit with regard to resources and objectives, recommend and arrange changes where necessary.• Participate in the formulation and development of programme goals, strategies and approaches for the UNICEF plan of cooperation. • Coordinate activities and exchange information/ideas with Programme Sections, to contribute to achievement of overall country programme objectives.• Assist Programme Sections in the planning of construction/rehabilitation projects and liaise with relevant units of the Government.

2. Tendering and Contracting• Ensure timely bidding, and full compliance with procurement rules and regulations (e.g. Public Procurement Act, UN Procurement guidelines and UNICEF Supply Manual).• Assist UNICEF in the preparation of bidding documents (e.g. Terms of References, Expression of Interest, Request for Proposals, etc.).• Coordinate the production of all construction documents (e.g. design, specifications, bill of quantities, etc.) and elaborate construction estimates.• Assist UNICEF in pre-qualifying contractors and support the short-listing of qualified contractors/vendors for construction services.• Attend site assessment visits, pre-bid site meeting/conference, respond to queries, clarify bid documents, etc.• Assist UNICEF in the technical and financial evaluations of received bids.• Assist UNICEF in the preparation and sign off of contractual documents for construction works/services.

3. Project Management and Monitoring of construction works• Coordinate and liaise with all actors involved in the implementation of construction projects.• Undertake field visits in regular bases in order to monitor and evaluate project implementation, identify problems and propose remedial action. Identify alternative courses of action to accelerate/improve programme delivery.• Closely work with local authorities and beneficiary communities during planning, implementation and resolving the social issues related to the construction sites that may arise. Submit the field trip reports in time with findings and recommendations for action by supervisors.• Develop the work plan for the implementation for the quality assurance strategy and monitor compliance to ensure objectives and targets are met and achieved.• Assign projects to the Engineering Consultancy Firm providing quality assurance services (under the LTA), to ensure construction works progress as per specifications, timelines and under budget.• Participate in establishing effective monitoring, information and reporting systems, and in the development of communication materials and strategies to support advocacy and community participation.• Approve disbursement of funds ensuring proper utilization and accountability, and ensure that activities are within established plans of action and the programme budget allotments.• Check tender & contractual documents of construction projects to guarantee that they fully comply with UNICEF’s requirements for Liquidation of related funds.• Deals with all financial and business aspects of UNICEF’s construction works within the overall framework of UNICEF’s operating methods. Cooperates closely with S&P and Operations Sections for this purpose.• Specific tasks are:i. Review and approve contractor’s construction schedule.ii. Review and approve contractor’s detailed designs, specifications and BoQ.iii. Provide timely technical guidance and feedback to the Programme specialists and Implementing Partners on issues related to the designs, layout plans, specifications, tender & contract documents submitted by contractors of the Implementing Partners and other quality issues that require immediate actions. iv. Prepare and review Progress reports as appropriate. v. Prepare the report of pending work and work to be carried out during the defects liability period.vi. Develop a comprehensive monitoring and quality control system for UNICEF supported construction works. Maintains a tracking system of consultants/contractors visits to the sites, instruction to the consultants/contractors are logged in the field book to ensure that all construction sites are adequately supervised and technical support provided by the Consultants/contractors. Make sure that soil test, materials tests are conducted as per the requirements underlined in the contract documents.

4. Reporting• Report to the supervisor on regular basis. Obtain progress updates from the field prepare monthly/quarterly reports to be submitted to Donors, Government Counterparts and UNICEF senior management. Report to the Supervisor on any pertinent issues related to the construction activities. Ensure the final Project Completion Reports are prepared and compiled systematically.

5. Communication• Communicate with the Programme colleagues, related units in UNICEF, consultants, local authorities such as PWD/HEU/DGHS/LGED/DPHE, DPE& MOWCA for sharing information and enhancing the understanding and mutual cooperation.• Participate in meetings with national authorities in general and MOHFW/LGED/ DPHE/DPE in particular to ensure that UNICEF’s work is in line with national policies and relevant guidelines. Follow up on implementation of recommendations and agreements.

6. Documentation and final close upCompile all necessary documents for future use on UNICEF construction Programmes, close all projects ensuring completed certificates, and also ensure that all defects are completely rectified by the respective contractors within the defect liability period.

7. Qualifications or specialized knowledge/experience/competencies required for the assignment:

a) Education: Advanced degree in civil engineering, construction engineering, architecture or other relevant technical area. Specialization in construction of buildings is preferred.

b) Work experience: At least five years of direct, hands on, professional work experience in construction, planning, and project management. The incumbent should have worked in the construction field preferably seismic resistant buildings and should have dealt with management of consulting companies and contractors.

Desirable but not essential that the incumbent has previous work experience with UNICEF or the UN system. Working experience with an international organization and government system will be an asset.

How to apply:

If you are interested, plz apply directly to: zrukhsana@unicef.orgYou have to include your latest PER and a copy of your P11 filled-in with your detailed CV.

Organization: Save the Children
Country: Somalia
Closing date: 20 Aug 2013

The objective of this Study is to identify the difficulties that Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (hereinafter referred to as “MSMEs”) face, in all the major towns of Puntland and to make recommendations as to possible solutions that could facilitate further development of MSMEs.

How to apply:

Interested and eligible applicants can send copies of their CVs, testimonials and at least two copies of reports of similar work, Technical proposal and Financial proposal to:Applications should be forwarded to;Email: Somalia.vacancies@savethechildren.orgLatest date for receiving applications is 20th August 2013.

We work with children, communities and governments all over the world and we believe in the right person for the job regardless of where you come from and how you identify yourself. We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to ensuring that only those who are suitable to work with children are considered for these posts. All successful applicants will therefore be required to complete a Police Check and must sign onto our Child Protection Policy and organizational Code of Conduct.

Organization: World Health Organization
Country: Somalia
Closing date: 10 Aug 2013

Request for applicants for Agreement for Performance of Work:Construction Manager for WHO New Buildings Complex in Garowe-Puntland, Somalia

1. The World Health Organization (WHO), the country office of Somalia through its Representative Office in Nairobi-Kenya is seeking for a qualified Civil/Architect Engineer for 14 months to work as a Resident Construction Manager for the construction of a new WHO buildings complex project in Garowe-Puntland Somalia.
2. The required qualification is a university degree in Civil or Architectural Engineering with 10 years experience in the integrated projects and infrastructure (civil, architect, elect., mech., A/C, fire alarm & fighting & ITT,…etc.). All the relevant references to be attached with the CVs.
3. The Candidate should be fluent in English language, Microsoft Office, project management software, time schedules, quality & cost control familiar with the engineering international standards, rules & specifications, construction documents, has the ability to inspect the contractors’ works, certifying the work, quantity surveying, review the invoices, maintains the daily, weekly and monthly reports and to work closely with the project’s contractor and the local authority.
4. The selected engineer will be responsible to ensure that all the works are implemented in accordance with the original design, drawings, specifications and bill of quantity with high quality within the allocated budget and the time schedule.
5. The selected engineer shall be working under the overall guidance of WHO’s representative of Somalia and the direct supervision of the Administrative Officer who shall receive the periodical reports and payments’ requests from the engineer.
6. WHO reverses the right to cancel this vacancy notice and/or to reject any or all CVs without thereby incurring any liability whatsoever.
7. Payment to the selected engineer will be in installments along 14 months but in accordance with the actual progress of work done by the project contractor.

How to apply:

All CVs, motivation letter including financial package expectations and the relevant references will be sent by mail or email to: World Health Organization Representative for Somalia, Warwick Center,UN Avenue, Gigiri, P.O.Box 63565-00619,Nairobi-Kenya, Tel: +254 207623197/8 email recruitment@nbo.emro.who.int no later than 15 August 2013.