Job ID
42543
Job Title
Construction Officer-Planning and Building Program
To work for
Aga Khan Foundation
Country
Syria
City
Hamah
Field of Work
Construction/Installation/Repair - Humanitarian/Disasters
Job Type
Project Based
Military service
Not Specified
Minimum Education Level
Bachelor/ License Degree
Responsibilities
The Aga Khan Foundation in Syria seeks to employ a Construction Officer-Planning and Building Program for its office in Salamieh.
The Construction Officer is responsible for supporting the engineering team and the Project Manager in the work team follow-up and all related activities. The incumbent will report directly to the Program Manager.
- Oversee and supervise all aspects of construction projects (school rehabilitation, structure mitigation, health facility rehabilitation, building rehabilitation.) from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with project objectives, timelines, and budgets.
- Coordinate and oversee all activities related to the construction project ensuring alignment with the overall program objectives.
- Serve as the focal point for all shelter-related activities within the organization and with the shelter sectors in the other INGOs & NGOs.
- Participate in developing comprehensive project plans for the mentioned projects including work breakdown structures, and budgets in collaboration with the line manager and related project staff and related stakeholders.
- Monitor project implementation, ensuring adherence to established timelines and budgets, and provide regular progress updates.
- Coordinate with the project staff and service providers and communicate with all partners and stakeholders to ensure effective project implementation.
- Identify potential risks and challenges in project implementation, and propose mitigation measures in consultation with the Program Manager.
- Monitor construction project progress, identify bottlenecks, and implement corrective measures as necessary.
- Ensure strict adherence to AKDN policies, guidelines, and industry standards in all project activities.
- Supervise the project staff providing technical guidance, and supporting capacity-building initiatives.
- Prepare and submit regular monthly, quarterly and annual progress reports to internal and external stakeholders.
- Identify opportunities for innovation and improvement in construction project implementation.
- External representative of the organization in meetings, workshops, and conferences related to construction projects.
- Collaborate with other Project Coordinators and teams within AKF to ensure synergy, share best practices, and foster coordination across programs.
The Construction Officer is responsible for supporting the engineering team and the Project Manager in the work team follow-up and all related activities. The incumbent will report directly to the Program Manager.
- Oversee and supervise all aspects of construction projects (school rehabilitation, structure mitigation, health facility rehabilitation, building rehabilitation.) from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with project objectives, timelines, and budgets.
- Coordinate and oversee all activities related to the construction project ensuring alignment with the overall program objectives.
- Serve as the focal point for all shelter-related activities within the organization and with the shelter sectors in the other INGOs & NGOs.
- Participate in developing comprehensive project plans for the mentioned projects including work breakdown structures, and budgets in collaboration with the line manager and related project staff and related stakeholders.
- Monitor project implementation, ensuring adherence to established timelines and budgets, and provide regular progress updates.
- Coordinate with the project staff and service providers and communicate with all partners and stakeholders to ensure effective project implementation.
- Identify potential risks and challenges in project implementation, and propose mitigation measures in consultation with the Program Manager.
- Monitor construction project progress, identify bottlenecks, and implement corrective measures as necessary.
- Ensure strict adherence to AKDN policies, guidelines, and industry standards in all project activities.
- Supervise the project staff providing technical guidance, and supporting capacity-building initiatives.
- Prepare and submit regular monthly, quarterly and annual progress reports to internal and external stakeholders.
- Identify opportunities for innovation and improvement in construction project implementation.
- External representative of the organization in meetings, workshops, and conferences related to construction projects.
- Collaborate with other Project Coordinators and teams within AKF to ensure synergy, share best practices, and foster coordination across programs.
Qualifications
- The applicant must have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction, Environmental Engineering, or a related field). A Master's Degree is preferred.
- Three years of experience in project management, particularly in engineering-related fields, NGO experience is an asset.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and time management skills.
- In-depth knowledge of construction sector best practices, project management methodologies, budgeting, financial management and stakeholder engagement.
- Proficiency in project management software applications.
- Cultural sensitivity and ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment.
- Strong command of English and Computer skills.
- Strong analytical skills in risk management, monitoring and evaluation and strategic planning.
- Demonstrated leadership, team motivation and conflict resolution skills.
- Three years of experience in project management, particularly in engineering-related fields, NGO experience is an asset.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and time management skills.
- In-depth knowledge of construction sector best practices, project management methodologies, budgeting, financial management and stakeholder engagement.
- Proficiency in project management software applications.
- Cultural sensitivity and ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment.
- Strong command of English and Computer skills.
- Strong analytical skills in risk management, monitoring and evaluation and strategic planning.
- Demonstrated leadership, team motivation and conflict resolution skills.
Specific Vacancy Requirements
Deadline for applications submission is Wednesday, April 16th,2025.
Salary and Benefits
According to AKF Salary Scale
Health and Life insurance
Health and Life insurance
About us
The Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) is a group of development agencies with mandates that include the environment, health, education, architecture, culture, microfinance, rural development, disaster reduction, and the promotion of private-sector enterprise and the revitalization of historic cities. AKDN agencies conduct their programmes without regard to faith, origin, or gender.
Safeguarding Commitments:
AKF is committed to maintaining the highest standard of ethical behaviour among its staff, representatives, and partners to make sure of do no harm of the beneficiaries and whom dealing with. In line with this commitment, the incumbent to this position must adhere to the AKF Code of Conduct and the relevant Safeguarding policies.
Safeguarding Commitments:
AKF is committed to maintaining the highest standard of ethical behaviour among its staff, representatives, and partners to make sure of do no harm of the beneficiaries and whom dealing with. In line with this commitment, the incumbent to this position must adhere to the AKF Code of Conduct and the relevant Safeguarding policies.
Required employees number
1
Posted On
Apr 03, 2025
Expiry Date
May 03, 2025
CV Language
English
