Here is the new job opening at World Vision. The institution is seeking to employ an Infrastructure Coordinator.
BACKGROUND TO PROJECT
The Building Opportunities, Resilience, Infrastructure Development, Ecosystems, and Social Cohesion for Refugees and Host Communities (BORDER Project) is a 36-month project which seeks to stabilise fragile border regions like the Upper West and Upper East Regions, aiming to prevent conflict and promote social cohesion. The project targets 2 refugee sites, one in Zini (Sissala West) and one in Terikum (Bawku West) Zini community hosts with more than 2000 Burkinabe displaced persons. The project will construct and rehabilitate solar powered water systems in 2 refugee sites and extend water supply and provide sanitation facilities eg Biofil and handwashing stations to households, schools and health care facilities and facilitate all-year gardening for vulnerable households. It will also provide tailor-made training for local authorities, traditional and faith-based leaders, in various skills such as human rights, social cohesion, conflict resolution, and peacebuilding.
PURPOSE OF POSITION
The Infrastructure Coordinator is responsible for the design, coordination and supervision of the Construction/rehabilitation of basic community infrastructures (schools, health centres, water and sanitation infrastructures and irrigation infrastructures etc.) sensitive to climate change (adaptation and mitigation). The Coordinator is responsible for ensuring improved access to and management of economic and social infrastructures that contribute to climate change adaptation and mitigation in intervention areas within approved budget.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assess new and existing social and economic facilities pertaining to health centres, water and sanitation infrastructures, dry season farming
- Coordinate Construction/rehabilitation of basic community infrastructures (schools, health centres, water and sanitation infrastructures, irrigation for agriculture etc.) sensitive to climate change (adaptation and mitigation)
- Assist the BORDER project obtain relevant permit for all construction works
- Ability to effectively plan, organize and manage time to achieve infrastructure targets and objectives within a set timeframe while ensuring that PATRIP regulations are being adhered
- Provides leadership on the allocation, condition, maintenance, and use of space
- Assess risk of project sites with project team to establish priorities for facility repair, replacement, or capital renewal
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Required Skills or Experience
License, registration, or certification required to perform this position:
- Effective in written and verbal communication in English.
- Ability to speak and write French will be an added advantage
Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Experience:
- Must be fluent in English language, knowledge of French would be an advantage
- Solid foundation in the core principles of civil engineering including materials science, and structural analysis proficiency
- A deep understanding of construction methods eg modern construction practices, safety protocols, and the capabilities and limitations of different construction materials and technologies.
- A good understanding of environmental impact assessments, sustainable materials, and techniques like green building practices and low-impact development.
- Knowledgeable in relevant construction laws, regulations, and industry standards including local, national, and international codes, which may involve environmental protection, building codes, and public safety rules
- Knowledge in quality control and assurance practices to manage and supervise the construction process effectively.
- Ability to Develop risk assessment, mitigation, and management strategies that ensures that projects remain safe, compliant, and financially viable.
- Excellent Communication skills to undertake meticulous documentation of project details, from initial designs to final constructions for legal compliance and future reference.
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How To Apply:New Job Opening at World Vision
World Vision is a child-focused organization and upholds the rights and well-being of children. Our recruitment and selection procedures include screening and background checks for child abuse offences.
Please send an application letter explaining why you would like to be on the Board and attach a CV with pastoral/ priest, Christian professional and/or other professional references to recruitment_ghana@wvi.org
