Project Assistant

Program
Nangarhar
February 12, 2024
Full Time
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Job Description

About Save the Children:

Save the Children employs approximately 25,000 people globally, working in over 100 countries to aid children affected by crises and those in need of improved healthcare, education, and child protection. Our advocacy efforts ensure children’s rights are realized and their voices are heard. We aim for three breakthroughs by 2030: no child dies from preventable causes before the 5th birthday, all children receive quality education, and violence against children is no longer tolerated.

SCI – Afghanistan:

Save the Children has been active in Afghanistan since 1976, delivering lasting change to thousands of children. Our work is based on the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, focusing on better education, protection, and healthcare for children.

Job Description: Assistant Construction Engineer

Role Purpose:

As the Assistant Construction Engineer, you will oversee daily construction activities, ensuring the quality of ongoing projects. You’ll play a vital role in maintaining international standards in new development, maintenance, and repair works in the targeted area.

Scope of Role:

Reports to: Construction Engineer

Staff reporting: Foreman, CB Staff

Matrix Reporting: WASH Coordinator

Key Areas of Accountability:

Need Assessment:

Conduct technical assessments of construction facilities to be rehabilitated or built.

Responsible for the technical aspects of needs assessments for WASH and infrastructural facilities.

Construction:

  • Oversee construction, rehabilitation, maintenance, and repair works.
  • Supervise selected contractors and work closely with them to ensure quality work within agreed timeframes.
  • Develop structural designs and Bill of Quantities for tendering.
  • Ensure the quality and quantity of construction materials meet standards.
  • Monitor and report on the quality of work produced by contractors.
  • Manage relationships with partners and contractors.
  • Ensure activities are child-safe and adhere to health and safety standards.

Creativity:

Develop innovative solutions for field problems.

Integrity:

Demonstrate high levels of honesty, openness, and transparency.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree/Diploma in Civil Engineering or equivalent.

Minimum 3 years of professional experience in construction.

Experience and Skills:

Essential:

  • Practical knowledge in masonry, plumbing, carpentry, and pumping systems.
  • Proficient in AutoCAD and ArchieCAD.
  • Planning and organization skills.
  • Ability to listen, adapt, and work well with people.
  • Fluency in English and local languages.
  • Community mobilization skills.
  • Computer literate with knowledge of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Desirable:

Experience in the NGO sector.

Knowledge of supervision techniques.

Fluent in oral and written English, Kurdish, and Arabic.

Job Requirements:

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree/Diploma in Civil Engineering or equivalent.

Minimum 3 years of professional experience in construction.

Experience and Skills:

Essential:

  • Practical knowledge in masonry, plumbing, carpentry, and pumping systems.
  • Proficient in AutoCAD and ArchieCAD.
  • Planning and organization skills.
  • Ability to listen, adapt, and work well with people.
  • Fluency in English and local languages.
  • Community mobilization skills.
  • Computer literate with knowledge of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Submission Guideline:

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply through our online portal. Attach your updated CV and cover letter within the online system. Note that only applications received through the online portal will be considered.

Submission Email:

Online Application Portal

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