Shelter Technical Supervisor

CTG overview:

• CTG staff and support humanitarian projects in fragile and conflict-affected countries around the world, providing a rapid and cost-effective service for development and humanitarian missions. With past performance in 17 countries – from the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Asia, we have placed more than 20,000 staff all over the world since operations began in 2006.
• CTG recruits, deploys and manages the right people with the right skills to implement humanitarian and development projects, from cleaners to obstetricians, and mechanics to infection specialists, we’re skilled in emergency response to crises such as the Ebola outbreak in West Africa. Key to successful project delivery is the ability to mobilise at speed; CTG can source and deploy anyone, anywhere, in less than 2 weeks and have done so in 48 hours on a number of occasions.
• Through our efficient and agile HR, logistical and operational services, CTG saves multilateral organisations time and money. We handle all our clients’ HR related issues, so they are free to focus on their core services.
• Visit www.ctg.org to find out more

Overview of position:

• Established in 1951, our client is the leading inter governmental organization (INGO) in the field of migration & works closely with governmental (govt), INGO & Non Governmental Organisations (NGO’s. They are dedicated to promoting humane & orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services & advice to govt’s & migrants.
• Working under the overall supervision of the Shelter / NFI (s / NFI) Program Manager, the guidance from Shelter Project Officer & Site Planner & the direct supervision of the Shelter Project Assistant(s), the incumbent will be responsible for construction supervision, Quality Control (QC), reporting of the constructions throughout project locations, as well as supporting the S / NFI team with any technical issues related to project implementation, as well as provide support to any other unit that might require technical assistance with construction related activities.

In particular, s / he will:

• Plan & analyse all possible construction methodologies & recommend the best & suitable options prior to execution at the sites.
• Interpret designs, technical drawings & related documents & applicable standards or specifications prior to execution of any construction work.
• Conduct site assessments prior to any construction works & in support of site planning activities.
• Carry out overall supervision of construction, site development & site improvement works & report any delays or irregularities in the work to the supervisor for immediate action.
• Manage directly & provide technical support to carpenters & workers on site & ensure adherence to designs, standards, safety & quality.
• Prepare & share regularly progress reports & status reports of on going construction activities.
• Verify the quality & quantities of materials transported to the construction sites, liaising with warehouse & QC colleagues & timely reporting non conformities & other issues to the managers.
• Assist in estimating quantities of materials, equipment & labour required for specific construction, repair & rehabilitation works.
• Orient the local community members & other relevant stakeholders about the project interventions.
• Assist in preparing Bill of Quantities (BoQs) for different type of shelter solutions as required.
• Conduct damage assessments & prepare schedule of dilapidation.
• Assist other units with any requests for BoQs & Construction Supervision, such as site management offices for CCCM, safe spaces for PSS, rehabilitation or construction works for DDRR, office renovations, etc, as prioritized by the manager.
• Assist with renovation & construction works for our clients field accommodation, as prioritized by the manager.
• Conduct any market assessment required for construction materials for updated price.
• Assist contractors & workers on site in interpreting designs, technical drawings & site plans & study the relevant documents & applicable standards or specifications prior to execution of any construction work, when required.
• Maintain systematic record of all documents related to a project, reports / pictures etc.
• Assist in planning & implementation of distributions, conducting assessments & feedback surveys of shelter unit as required.
• Coordinate internally with relevant units & with external stakeholders in field locations in order to carry out the construction works.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.
• Any other task not listed above when requested by the supervisors.

Project reporting:

• This role will wor under the overall supervision of the Shelter / NFI (s / NFI) Program Manager, the guidance from Shelter Project Officer & Site Planner & the direct supervision of the Shelter Project Assistant(s).

Key competencies:

• Minimum Diploma Level Education in Architecture / Civil Engineering / Urban Planning from a recognized institution.
• Any additional certificate in relevant field will be an advantage.
• Minimum 2 years of work experience in shelter & construction preferably in humanitarian context.
• A sound knowledge of the building industry, local construction techniques & materials.
• Ability to use design software & MS Office suite, as well as GPS devices.
• Ability to work quickly & accurately & pay attention to detail.
• Willingness to assist efficiently in a very busy project environment.
• Ability to meet deadlines & work under pressure.
• Ability to present clear & concise information & good written & verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively & harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures & professional backgrounds.
• Fluency in English & Pidgin / Tiv / Igbo / Egbira / Idoma / Ijaw / Hausa / Kanuri / Fulfulde.
• Respects & promotes individual & cultural differences, encourages diversity & inclusion wherever possible.
• Maintains high ethical standards & acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles / rules & standards of conduct.
• Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent & committed manner & exercises careful judgment in meeting day to day challenges.
• Develops & promotes effective collaboration within & across units to achieve shared goals & optimize results.
• Produces & delivers quality results in a service oriented & timely manner, is action oriented & committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge & innovate.
• Takes ownership for achieving the organization’s priorities & assumes responsibility for own action & delegated work.
• Encourages & contributes to clear & open communication, explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring & motivational way.

Team management:

• This role has no team management responsibility.

Further information:

• Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
• Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment & verification of residency, visa & authorizations by the concerned govt., where applicable.
• Only candidates residing in the country of the duty station within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered.
• Women with the above qualifications are encouraged to apply.