LWF World Service is the humanitarian and development arm of the Lutheran World Federation. We are a widely recognized, international, faith-based organization working in over 20 countries. We seek to bring people of all backgrounds together in the common quest for justice, peace, and reconciliation in an increasingly complex and fragmented world.
A commitment to the human rights of every individual, regardless of their status, guides our work, actions, and operations. We are particularly known for our timely, compassionate, and professional humanitarian work, and for our field presence in hard-to-reach areas. Our work is people-centered and community- based. Above all, we work with the most vulnerable, and in order to claim and uphold their rights, we engage proactively with local government and community structures.
Our partners in Kenya Somalia Program include: Lutheran Churches and their related agencies, The European Commission (ECHO), the US Government (BPRM), WFP, UNICEF and UNHCR with whom we are key implementing partners
Lutheran World Federation Kenya- Somalia, Kakuma Program is seeking to recruit a National staff for the following position;
Construction Supervisor
JOB SUMMARY
The Construction Supervisor is to provides specialized technical, operation and organizational support in Construction works through practical technical skills in implementation and monitoring of the construction activities in program Area
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Program Development and Planning
- Facilitate in conducting needs assessment, design and preparation.
- Provide technical and organizational support throughout all stages of programming processes by executing/overseeing a variety of technical programme.
- Manage the procurement process in accordance with LWF World Service policies and procedures, in a transparent, accountable, efficient and cost-effective manner.
- Prepare technical reports and inputs for programme intervention and documentation.
- Development of sketches, Engineering drawings, Bills of quantities and design of all infrastructural developments within the Area program for further approval by the Area Manager.
- Update the Area Manager, Projects coordinator and Education coordinator on the progress, issue of construction implementation through, daily, weekly, monthly quarterly and annual reports.
- Carry out field visits, surveys, implementation collect and share reports with supervisor, partners/stakeholders.
- Update the Area Manager, Projects coordinator and Education coordinator on the progress, issue of construction implementation through, daily, weekly, monthly quarterly and annual reports.
- Organizing, supervision of skilled, casual and all contracted laborers working
- LWF supervised construction projects within Kakuma Refugee camp
- Ensure a filling system in the construction office is in place for all construction projects to facilitate construction contract management.
- Ensure a filling system in the construction office is in place for all construction projects to facilitate construction contract management.
- Carrying out any other duties as delegated/assigned by supervisor or designate
- Properly utilize supplies, equipment and assets assigned for official duty.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineers
- 1 to 2 years of work experience
COMPETENCIES
- Competencies in computer aided software i.e Auto CAD, Arch CAD and Civil 3D.
- Be technically competent
- Be attentive when checking work and materials
A person of high integrity that will model LWF/WS Kenya Somali Program core values:
- Dignity and justice
- Compassion and commitment
- Respect for diversity
- Inclusion and participation
- Transparency and accountability
KEY RELATIONSHIPS
| Internal | External |
| Management team, Technical team and All department staff | Contractors, Community members, Incentive workers, Suppliers |
Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect the organization’s commitment to the prevention of abuse and exploitation of beneficiaries.
Disclosure: The LWF participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme developed by the Steering Committee for Humanitarian Response, which requires LWF to conduct reference checks with prior employers including questions about employee misconduct. By proceeding with this job application, you consent to LWF requesting a Statement of Conduct from previous employers. This Statement of Conduct is requested from previous employers for all candidates for employment and provided to all employers that request it from LWF.
The closing date for this application is 24th January 2023.
Contract Duration: Annual Fixed Term, with possibility of renewal.
Position is open to Kenya Nationals only.