Construction Assistant

Position Title: Construction Assistant

Position type: National

Number of Positions: 1

Reports to: Shelter Advisor

Duty Station:  Kharkiv, Ukraine

The closing date for applications: 30, May 2024

Background

LWF World Service is the internationally recognized humanitarian and development arm of The Lutheran World Federation (LWF). Today, LWF is a widely recognized international organization present in more than 25 countries. In response to the crisis in Ukraine, LWF Ukraine has established humanitarian operation in Kharkiv and Chernihiv oblasts in the areas of Shelter rehabilitation, Winterization, School rehabilitation, Protection including Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) and Multipurpose Cash Assistance. LWF Ukraine aims to support internally displaced persons and other affected communities in the Kharkiv and Chernihiv oblasts. LWF Ukraine coordinates and works closely with the Government of Ukraine, local authorities, the LWF member church, ACT Alliance members, civil society organizations, UN agencies and other relevant actors. 

Scope of Work

The Construction Assistant will work closely with LWF Shelter Advisor, and selected Vendors/Contractors to supervise daily implementation, standards, and quality assurance of the shelter and school renovation, and any other engineering program activities in Kharkiv City and Oblast. He/she will work in accordance with LWF scheduled work plans, budget and overall policies and guidelines related to Shelter/Apartment/Houses/Schools and other private/public infrastructure construction, repair, and maintenance in the LWF project areas. S/he will report to LWF Shelter Advisor.

Role and Responsibilities
 

• Assist in providing technical support in all aspects of the management of a shelter repair program focused primarily on the rehabilitation of apartments in Kharkiv. 
• Use effective monitoring and supervision tools to easily ensure assessment of works quality, progress, and performance of construction companies during the duration of the LWF Ukraine shelter repair program in Kharkiv city and Oblast.
• Assist in reviewing of BoQs, standards and quality of shelter/apartments and maintenance works specified in the agreements of LWF and vendors or contractors.
• Ensure the quality and standards of all LWF Shelter and construction related activities undertaken in Kharkiv city and Oblast including the day-to-day supervision of contractors/vendors and quality control.
• Provide close monitoring on construction activities by undertaking regular site inspection visits, conduct meetings with beneficiaries and vendors/contractors to ensure works are progressing based on the specified provisions in the contracts as well as to ensure efficient use of resources.
• Assist the Shelter Advisor in carrying out quality checks as well as finalizing pre-qualified selection of vendors/contractors.
• Provide assist in checking technical documents related to construction (design drawings, technical specifications, and bills of quantities); verify whether they are clear, complete, and compliant to programmatic and construction needs, eco-efficiency and accessibility requirements.
• Assist in coaching and training LWF staff, Community Mobilizers with the aim of strengthening their technical capacity, sharing knowledge, and providing opportunities for professional development.
• Collaborate with relevant projects’ stakeholders at field level as requested by the supervisor (i.e. local authorities, other humanitarian organizations, and volunteering groups).
• Contribute to program reporting, and develop regular and progress reports as requested by the supervisor.
• Ensure proper filing and archiving of program documents.
• Contribute to identification of protection risks and needs in the context of the program implementation.
• Closely cooperate with other departments to ensure adequate field-level implementation of a coherent integrated programme in targeted areas in Ukraine.
• Coordinate with LWF Shelter Advisor to ensure that input and technical quality of shelter project activities are efficient.
• Adhere to LWF policies, strategies, guidelines and standard operating procedures (SoPs).
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Professional Standards
 

The LWF and LWF workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the LWF Employee Code of Conduct (CoC) as well as the Core Humanitarian Standard (CHS) and relevant LWF policies such as Child Safeguarding, Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) and Gender Justice. The staff member must conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to the LWF and to not jeopardize its humanitarian mission.

Requirements 

Generic professional competencies for this position:

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, Construction, or another relevant area.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in shelter rehabilitation projects and technical supervision of construction and infrastructure development projects.
• Experience working in emergency/humanitarian/recovery context.
• Strong technical skillset.
• Excellent reporting skills.
• Highest standards of ethics and integrity.

Context/specific skills, knowledge, and experience:

• Knowledge of the humanitarian context in Ukraine conflict, particularly Kharkivska, is desirable.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities in conflict and complex settings.
• Good communication skills.
• Strong computer skills, particularly MS Office 
• Good skills with engineering software such as AutoCad are desirable.
• Good task prioritization skills.
• Proven willing-to-learn skill.
• Self-awareness and proven ability to operate successfully in multi-cultural environments.
• Ability to achieve results and maintain consistent high standards of professional behavior and achievement, including when working within remote management.
• Ability to manage stress, flexible and accommodating in difficult and frustrating working circumstances in compliance with safety & security rules.
• High level of computer literacy.
• Ukrainian and/or Russian: excellent skills
• English: at least pre-intermediate/intermediate verbal and written skills.

What we offer:

• Highly competitive salary for the right applicant.
• Paid relocation and accommodation support.
• Good working conditions in an international environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and self-development.
• Medical insurance.
• 24 days of annual leave.

How to apply:

Please send your CV and a 1-2 page covering letter in English to Відправити резюме .  Subject line should contain “ Construction Assistant ”. Only short-listed candidates will be invited for interview.