Senior Construction Associate (Shelter)
International Organization for Migration (IOM)
International Organization for Migration (IOM)
Job opportunity
Job Description
JOB INFO
Job Identification: 22979
Posting Date: 07/09/2026, 10:35
Apply Before: 21/09/2026, 00:00
Contract Type: Fixed-term (1 year with possibility of extension)
Org Type: Country Office – Sub Office
Vacancy Type: Vacancy Notice
Recruiting Type: General Service
Grade: G-6
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Support in planning and implementation of site assessment and site planning prior to construction of shelters and related infrastructure.
- Support in the assessment including of existing shelters and infrastructure, or damage caused by the hazards or disasters to identify rehabilitation and maintenance needs.
- Support the development of BOQ’s and designs for planned shelters and other infrastructures and facilitate approval of BOQs and designs.
- Under the supervision of the National Shelter Officer, plan, coordinate and supervise construction activities (including supervising the deployed skilled, semi-skilled and unskilled labours) in selected sites to ensure timely completion of works.
- Participate in meetings and conferences; maintain effective liaison and coordination with local authorities, partners, intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations and other stakeholders on matters related to shelter and infrastructure construction and management.
- Support in the identification and documentation of good practices and lessons learned; contribute to the development of Standard Operations Procedures (SOP), and concept papers
- Support in designing, planning and execution of technical trainings for artisans including identifying trainees and maintaining records of all training activities.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Architecture and other engineering-related fields from an accredited academic institution with at least 5 years of relevant professional experience.
EXPERIENCE
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in site assessment, planning, and site layout for the purpose of shelter construction.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in designing and supervising the construction of communal, transition and permanent shelters for internally displaced persons in accordance with the sphere standards and applicable Government guidelines.
- Experience in working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of trafficking, and other vulnerable groups.
- Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organizations in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.
- Experience in training local artisans on Build Back Better and Safer technics.
SKILLS
1. Organizational skills and attributes:
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work with diverse stakeholders and facilitate collaboration.
- Ability to work in teams and collaborate to deliver outcomes.
- A good planner
2. Specific Skills:
- Training skills: Experience in developing training materials and conducting artisanal capacity building activities.
- Technical skills: Ability to work with AutoCAD and other computer-based design software
- Report Writing and Analysis: Strong analytical and report-writing skills are essential.
- Adaptability and Flexibility: Ability to adapt to a dynamic environment and work under pressure.
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International Organization for Migration (IOM)
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