Driven by the vision that everyone needs a decent place to live, Habitat for Humanity began in 1976 as a grassroots effort on a community farm in southern Georgia. The organization has since grown to become a leading global nonprofit working in nearly 1,400 communities throughout the U.S. and in nearly 70 countries. Families and individuals in need of a hand up partner with Habitat for Humanity to build or improve a place they can call home. Through financial support, volunteering or adding a voice to support affordable housing, everyone can help families achieve the strength, stability and self-reliance they need to build better lives for themselves.
Habitat for Humanity Ethiopia (HFHE) started operation in 1993 as a branch of Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI). HFHE has provided simple, affordable shelter for families in Ethiopia while also working to improve Water, Sanitation and Hygiene and empower Vulnerable Groups in the country.
Job Summary
Handle responsibility in leading and supervising construction related functions. Provide support on the WASH construction projects, project site activities, Term of reference and proposal reparation. Ensure the full participation of counterparts in project implementation and compliance as per design specifications and standards.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Ensure the achievement of DR3 and other construction project targets on time, budget and quality as per the specification;
Plan and schedule project timelines for constructions;
Prepare and deliver periodic reports defining WASH construction project progress;
Guide the project team in implementing construction project goals.
Prepare Term of reference, business plan and proposals;
Coordinate and supervise construction related functions as per the standard requirement;
Involve and support in the preparation of business plan for construction projects proposals
Comprehensively supervise project implementation activities carried out by the contractors to ensure completeness of drawings, technical specifications and various stipulations contained in the contract document;
Ensure the quality and standards of work in the execution and completion of constructions within stipulated time limit;
Efficiently supervise and monitor projects using modern construction supervision and contract management methods and systems;
Administer the contract including payment certificate verification for approval and payment
Duration of the contract: - one year with possibility of extension
Reporting to: Habitat for Humanity National Office in Addis Ababa
Job Requirement
BSc. in civil engineering or Water Engineering and related field
Work Experience
2 -4 years of work experience in relevant construction project.
Desired Skill/knowledge
Good knowledge in relevant software applications that is essential for the job –AutoCAD, and etc.
Excellent knowledge in contract Administration and supervision;