Construction Supervisor

Constructions Supervisor (Only South Sudanese national to apply) (01 Post)

The incumbent of this position represents Save the Children’s values and principles in interactions with staff and external audiences. These values and principles include a commitment to the mission of Save the Children international, team orientation, quality management, leadership development, and the introduction of systems and procedures to strengthen staff motivation and productivity.

The post holder will specifically oversee and provide technical support to the infrastructure construction components of the project. He/she will also ensure that the material and financial resources of the project are well managed in line with planned financial, grant management, and other approved guidelines in close collaboration with the Senior Project Manager and other team members. In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the role holder will be expected to work outside the normal role profile and be able to vary working hours accordingly.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Essential

• At least three years for BSc and five years for a Diploma of work experience in the construction sector including community-managed physical structures at least three years in the local or international NGOs or government
• Proven and significant experience in national and international procurement and contract management, including an ability to review procurement demands and trends, and to develop strategies to fill identified gaps.
• Field-level experience in logistics for international development and emergency programs
• Understanding of and experience in the project implementation techniques, participatory planning, implementation, and monitoring of basic practices;
• Proven skills in managing changes, achieving results, and ensuring quality, team, and capacity building.
• Ability and willingness to work under pressure as part of a professional team.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including cultural sensitivity, assertiveness, and negotiating skills.
• Demonstrated planning and organizational skills;
• Spoken and written fluency in English and computer literacy (MS Office and email/internet);
• Computer literate and operational knowledge of MS office, and other Engineering-Software (AutoCAD
• Excellent in writing periodic reports
• Willingness to travel to field offices within the communities

Desirable

• Knowledge of the area, socio-culture, and local language where the post is located as an added advantage
• Practical experience in the implementation of community-managed infrastructures/facilities

Contract Duration: I year with the possibility of extension

Location: Torit/Eastern Equatoria South Sudan

The Organisation

We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education, and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realize the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.

We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

• No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
• All children learn from quality basic education and that,
• Violence against children is no longer tolerated

We know that great people make a great organization and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

Application Information:

Please attach a copy of your CV and cover letter with your application, and include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations. A copy of the full role profile can be found at https://southsudan.savethechildren.net/careers

We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

All employees are expected to carry out their duties by our global anti-harassment policy.