Vacancy No.: IOMKE/040/12
Position Title: Engineering Assistant
Classification: Equivalent to G5/1 (based
on the UN Salary Scale for the General Service Staff in Kenya)
Type of Appointment: 6 months special
all inclusive contract, renewable
General Functions
Under the general supervision of the Head of Sub Office (HSO)
Dadaab and the direct supervision of the Shelter Program Manager, Dadaab, the
incumbent will assist in providing for technical support and coordination of
shelter activities in Dadaab.
Essential Functions
- Assist
in the implementation of project activities in relation to the shelter
project at the relevant sites identified in the field by providing
technical assistance in order to maintain the approved design.
- Assist
in drafting and developing relevant technical documents related to the
program (i.e. drawings, plans, BoQs, etc.) and establish implementation
plans (weekly and monthly reports on shelter activities and trends, plan
of action, geographical matrix etc).
- Supervise
the contracted surveying teams during the site survey and plotting of the
project site.
- Oversee
the setup of the required emergency shelter, ensuring the correct plotting
and quality of work.
- Undertake
daily field trips to meet with site foremen and monitor the project
progress.
- Ensure
that shelter implementation remains on schedule and if not, ensure
corrective measures are taken.
- In
close coordination with the Shelter Logistics Assistant, monitor
procurement and distribution of shelter materials.
- Attend
relevant technical meetings with UNHCR and other shelter providers as
necessary.
- Ensure
that records of the stocks of materials in the field stores and office
stores are kept updated.
- Train,
guide and orient new field support staff involved in the implementation of
shelters.
- Maintain
regular liaison with relevant counterparts in Dadaab where and when
necessary.
- Regularly
update the Program Manager on the progress of the shelter project.
- Perform
any other duties that may be required from time to time.
Desirable Qualifications
1. Completed Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an
accredited academic institution.
2. At least 5 years professional work experience in building
construction, with strong technical knowledge in BoQs and materials including
turn key projects.
3. Previous construction management experience desirable.
4. Desirable IOM Competencies:-
a. Behavioural - Accountability, Client Orientation, Continuous
Learning, Communication, Creativity and Initiative, Leadership and Negotiation,
Performance Management, Planning and Organizing, Professionalism, Teamwork,
Technological Awareness and Resource Mobilization.
b. Technical - Delivers on set objectives in hardship
situations, effectively coordinates actions with other implementing partners,
works effectively with local authorities, stakeholders, beneficiaries, and the
broader community to advance country office or regional objectives.
5. Proficient in Microsoft Office and Outlook including AutoCAD.
6. Languages: Thorough knowledge of English and Kiswahili.
Knowledge of Somali is an advantage.
Mode of Application:
Submit Cover Letter and CV including daytime telephone and email
address to:
International Organization for Migration (IOM),
Human Resources Department,
PO Box 55040-00200 Nairobi
or send by email to hrnairobi@iom.int
or hand deliver them to the IOM Sub Office, Dadaab.
Closing Date: 10 May 2012