4 Fresher Construction Site Assistant NGO Job Placements – Mercy Corps

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Job Title:   Construction Site Assistant (4 Fresher NGO Jobs)   

Organisation: Mercy Corps

Duty Station:  Uganda

Reports to: Field Engineer

 

About US:

Mercy Corps is an international non-profit organization which implements high-quality, analytical development programmes in very difficult places. Mercy Corps has been operating in Uganda since 2006. It has and continues to implement programs in Acholi and Karamoja sub regions.

 

Job Summary:  The Construction Site Assistant is responsible for the monitoring and reporting on engineering project activities and administrative tasks in the assigned district.  S/he will work with the construction companies’ engineering staff and Mercy Corps’ Field Engineer to effectively implement planned projects in the assigned district.

 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Program Management

  • Survey estimation, design, and implementation support of infrastructure projects and other engineering sub-projects prioritized by program leadership with communities.
  • Develop and maintain good relationships and lines of communication with relevant local authorities and communities, explaining MC’s role as an NGO and liaising with them during all phases of the constriction project implementation.
  • Work with the Engineer to produce projects designs, calculations, estimations, and technical specifications, etc.
  • Monitor and evaluate technical quality of engineering projects at all phases; identification, design, implementation and make recommendations for improvements.
  • Report all technical matters to the Engineer unit on weekly, biweekly, and Monthly basis as recommended and required.
  • Ensure that all steps of project implementation, progress, problems, constraint, and monitoring is documented and reported and all documents in hard copies and soft copies are properly maintained.
  • Report any variations or problems with implementation of projects (personnel, financial, schedules, technical) to the Engineer.
  • Coordinate with local authorities to obtain required permissions.
  • Ensure that the communities have full understanding of the infrastructure projects.
  • Ensure full adherence to the MC security plans and protocols.
  • Conduct daily site visits to determine any deviation and challenges and suggest appropriate solutions.
  • Assist the Field Engineer to prepare technical specification for infrastructure projects.
  • Responsible for a high degree of awareness regarding the security situation in the project area. Based upon this knowledge, take adequate measures to ensure the safety of all MC staff and equipment in the district.
  • Follow all MC protocols and regulations according to guidance provided by the direct supervisor.
  • Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and to not jeopardize its humanitarian mission.
  • Ensure compliance with USAID environmental compliance requirements and construction guidelines.

Security

  • Ensure compliance with security procedures and policies as determined by country leadership.
  • Proactively ensure that team members operate in a secure environment and are aware of policies.




Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

  • The applicant must hold a Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized University / Institution
  • A Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized University/Institution is an added advantage.
  • At least two to three years of experience in assisting the supervision of construction works.
  • Excellent communication skills; listening, comprehension, and feedback.
  • Understanding of basic drafting and design concepts
  • Ability to work in a multi-task environment
  • Excellent knowledge and experience of the construction process and techniques
  • Detail-oriented
  • Knowledge of Ngakarimojong or Pokot/Swahili language is an added advantage
  • Strong computer skills on MS Office programs and database programs
  • Ability to ride a motorbike with a valid riding permit is an added advantage
  • The successful candidate will have the ability to work comfortably and effectively in the Karamoja Sub-Region.
  • S/he must be willing to undertake travel frequently on rough terrain within the program area and spend most of their time at the construction sites.

 

How to Apply:

All candidates should apply online at the link below.

 

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Deadline: 28th January 2022

 

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