Job Vacancies at African Initiatives for Relief and Development (AIRD)

Job Title:  Civil Engineer
Employer: African Initiatives for Relief and Development (AIRD)
Location:  Tanzania-Kibondo

 Duties

Ensure that all staff understand the Procurement and Logistics SOPs and ensure that both are fully implemented within the operations
Participation in the preparation of the budget for construction
Develop and maintain good relationships with all partners and potential donors in the area of operation
Take all necessary measures to motivate staff and build strong team spirit at all levels
Supervise support staff to improve quality and efficiency of administrative matters
With regard to project delivery, the Civil Engineer will be responsible for:
Day to day project manager for construction
Oversee as well as coordinates assigned engineering, planning, design, and also construction works
Ensure adherence to quality, budget and schedule
Coordinate the administration and approval process; provide updates schedule information as necessary
Coordinate the development and preparation of contracts for a variety of constructions projects

Required Languages

Must be conversant in English and French (written and spoken)

Education:
BS or MA in Civil Engineering
A minimum of 5-7 years of field experience in building and road works
Procurement experience

Proficiency in site layout, grading, utility design, erosion control, regulatory approvals etc.
License of professional engineer

Proficiency to use MS Office suite of applications and other IT systems

Ability to write clearly articulate proposals, reports, and correspondence

Strong analytical, communication and problem solving skills is necessary along with capacity to identify and articulate potential problems and provide possible solutions in concise and clear manner.

Experience working with international development partners, international nongovernmental organization (INGOs) and donors (in particular UNHCR experience) is an asset



How to apply:

Please send your application letter stating your qualification and experience, and why you’re suitable for the position, together with latest updated C.V. by email to hr@airdinternational.org. The deadline for this submission is Friday, May 26th, 2017.