Job Description

Title: Senior Field Operations Assistant (Site Development)

Company Name: Enroute International Limited

Vacancy: Not specific

Job Location: Cox's Bazar

Employment Status: Contractual

Educational Requirements:
∎ Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or
∎ Master's or Equivalent n Architecture, Civil Engineering, or a related field from an accredited academic institution will be an advantage.

Job Responsibilities:
∎ Lead the implementation of the site development projects in accordance to the instruction of the Field Operations Officer (Site Development) and submit regular updates of the status of SD operations in the camps.
∎ Train and guide the Site Development camp focal persons of the camps under his/her supervision in the implementation of works, team management and coordination tasks.
∎ Provide technical advice and coordination support on specific thematic areas relevant to the Site Development operations in all camps as identified by the Field Operations Officer (Site Development) and the Programme Coordinator (Site Development).
∎ Carry out regular field visits to project sites to monitor construction works, and report standards and quality of site development infrastructures. Verify that works are carried out in accordance to the technical specifications ensuring the mainstreaming of technical advice across several camps.
∎ Provide guidance to field teams on technical aspects of IOM construction work in the specified technical area, including bills of quantities (BoQ) calculation, work scheduling, tendering, technical specification, monitoring and evaluation, and contract administration.
∎ Resolve construction-related matters with vendors and construction contractors; review vendor competency, experience and work plans and track the progress of the construction against the agreed upon work plan; and ensure adequate monitoring of materials and beneficiary engagement.
∎ In coordination with the Field Operations Officer (Site Development) and the Site Management Support agency, promote community participation and ownership through ensuring the liaison from field staff with beneficiary communities, supporting community engagement and ensuring that activities are implemented to reflect coverage and prioritized needs.
∎ Liaise with IOM camp-level government agencies and other key stakeholders to coordinate project implementation.
∎ Plan and coordinate capacity building to site development field support staff, technical mobilisers and cash-for-work groups.
∎ Extend technical support to multiple camps as required and 'out of camp' settlements to support project management.
∎ Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Additional Requirements:
∎ Demonstrated professional experience in projects for the implementation of civil infrastructure, managing medium to large scale construction and community-based projects and working with local communities is required.
∎ Experience in local construction materials and technologies is required.
∎ Experience with International Organizations and/or NGOs is an advantage.
∎ Experience in camp rehabilitation and site development is an advantage.
∎ Experience in construction modality engaging cash-for-work beneficiaries is an advantage.
∎ Experience in contract administration/ quantity surveying is an advantage.
∎ Experience working within the region an advantage.
∎ Skills Requirements:
∎ Technical: Delivers on set objectives in hardship situations, Effectively coordinates with other team members on assigned projects, AutoCAD proficiency is an advantage
∎ Accountability: Accepts and gives constructive criticism, Follows all relevant procedures, processes, and policies, Meets deadline, cost, and quality requirements for outputs, Monitors own work to correct errors, Takes responsibility for meeting commitments and for any shortcomings
∎ Client Orientation: Identifies the immediate and peripheral clients of own work when requested, Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with clients, Identifies and monitors changes in the needs of clients, including donors, governments, and project beneficiaries, Keeps clients informed of developments and setbacks
∎ Communication: Actively shares relevant information, Clearly communicates, and listens to feedback on, changing priorities and procedures, Writes clearly and effectively, adapting wording and style to the intended audience, Listens effectively and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the Audience
∎ Creativity and Initiative: Actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services, Expands responsibilities while maintaining existing ones, Persuades others to consider new ideas, Proactively develops new ways to resolve problems
∎ Leadership and Negotiation: Convinces others to share resources, Actively identifies opportunities for and promotes organizational change, Presents goals as shared interests, Articulates vision to motivate colleagues and follows through with Commitments, Planning and Organizing: Sets clear and achievable goals consistent with agreed priorities for self and others. Identifies priority activities and assignments for self and others, Organizes and documents work to allow for planned and unplanned handovers, Identifies risks and makes contingency plans, Adjusts priorities and plans to achieve goals, Allocates appropriate times and resources for own work and that of team Members
∎ Professionalism: Masters subject matter related to responsibilities, Identifies issues, opportunities, and risks central to responsibilities, Incorporates gender-related needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender participation, Persistent, calm, and polite in the face of challenges and stress, Treats all colleagues with respect and dignity, Works effectively with people from different cultures by adapting to relevant cultural contexts, Knowledgeable about and promotes IOM core mandate and migration solutions
∎ Teamwork: Actively contributes to an effective, collegial, and agreeable team environment, Contributes to, and follows team objectives, Gives credit where credit is due, Seeks input and feedback from others, Delegates tasks and responsibilities as appropriate, Actively supports and implements final group decisions, Takes joint responsibility for team's work
∎ Resource Mobilization: Establishes realistic resource requirements to meet IOM needs
∎ Competencies:
∎ Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values: Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible. Integrity and transparency: maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct. Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
∎ Core Competencies - Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results. Delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action-oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes. Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate. Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization's priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work. Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.
∎ Managerial Competencies - Leadership: provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the organization's vision; assists others to realize and develop their potential. Empowering others & building trust: creates an atmosphere of trust and an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential. Strategic thinking and vision: works strategically to realize the Organization's goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
∎ Languages:
∎ Required- English & Bengali, Desirable - Chittagong local dialect.

Salary:
∎ Monthly gross salary for this position is BDT 151075.17.

Job Source: Bdjobs.com Online Job Posting.

Application Deadline: 9 Jan 2024

Company Information:
∎ 27 Dec 2023
∎ Enroute International Limited

Category: Engineer/Architect

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