IFRC Construction Project Manager

Purpose of position:

As a result of the January 2010 earthquake, all the Haitian Red Cross buildings in Port-au-Prince where destroyed beyond repairs.

The project will consist of building the Haitian Red Cross Headquarters and operational facilities such as a warehouse, a vehicle workshop, blood collection centre, etc. It will be implemented in phases on the basis of available funding.

The Project Manager is part of the management team of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) country delegation in Haiti and is accountable, under the direction and guidance of the Country Representative for the management and coordination of the project. The Manager will act as liaison between the client and the appointed Project Management Firm.

Description of Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Coordinate the construction project pre-feasibility study on the basis of the initial pre-investment study to insure in consultation with the Haitian Red Cross the validation of needs and technical specifications including matching the requirements of the office space and operational facilities with the financial resource available.

To be the main link between the International Federation/Haitian Red Cross and the appointed Project Management Firm.

Support the Project Management Firm in defining the project planning, the construction schedule and the cost.

Support the Haitian Red Cross for obtaining the necessary construction permits from the local authorities.

Support the IFRC Logistic Department in selecting and contracting the Project Management Firm and the construction company.

Act as the project budget holder using the International Federation financial procedures.

Be the link between the project and the International Federation technical departments mainly legal, finance and logistic.

Act as secretary of the Project Oversight Group.

Work in close collaboration with the Haitian Red Cross counterpart.

Closely monitor and ensure the project implementation as per the plan and budget including the site preparation, the quality control, the supply chain for tools and material, the labor and the project implementation mile stones.

Attend the construction site meetings with the Project Management Firm.

Ensure that all payment related documents are properly recorded and are as per the contract and the IFR standards.

Review the certificates of completion and finalize the hand-over.

Actively support the Federation risk management process.

On a monthly basis, report to the stakeholders on the progress of the project including the financial aspect.

Lateral relationships

Ensure effective working relationship with the International Federation legal, finance and logistic departments.

Ensure effective working relationships with National Society counterpart and leadership.

Ensure effective working relationships with other members of the International Movement.

Ensure effective working relationships with services units at zone level.

Accountability

To ensure efficient and effective management of Federation resources in the operations/programmes under responsibility.

To ensure that the International Federation Secretariat and the Zone office, through the relevant counterparts, are kept fully informed on developments of the project under its responsibility.

To ensure compliance with Movement and International Federation policies and Secretariat management policies, procedures, processes in the area of operation.

To seek management and policy advice and guidance as required.

Duties applicable to all staff:

Actively work towards the achievement of the Secretariat's goals. Abide by and work in accordance with the Red Cross Red Crescent principles. Perform any other work related duties and responsibilities that may be assigned by the line manager.

Position Requirements

Education:

Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Architectural, or equivalent.

Post Graduate degree(s) in civil engineering, project management, quantity surveying, architectural, business administration, international relations. - Preferred

Basic International Federation Delegates Training Course. - Preferred

Experience:

Minimum of 8 years professional experience in the management of large scale civil engineering construction project in a complex environment.

Demonstrated experience in building and maintaining relationships with various partners and stakeholders, and experience managing stakeholder expectations.

Previous experience in working for a humanitarian organization

Experience working in Haiti - Preferred

Volunteer and/or professional experience in a National Society / Red Cross Red Crescent Movement - Preferred

Acquainted with International Federation policies, procedures and systems - Preferred

Work experience at international level in the field of management a construction project
Knowledge and Skills:

Excellent communication and diplomatic skills

Self-supporting in computers including design and project management/scheduling softwares

Good analytical skills and solution focused person

Languages:

Fluent written and spoken English Fluent written and spoken French

A good working knowledge of one of the additional official languages of the Federation (Spanish) would be preferred.

Competencies:

ROLE MODEL

Accountability: Works to goals set for them and are dissatisfied with poor performance

Takes personal responsibility for own shortcoming and those of the work unit

Diversity: Examines own biases and behaviours to avoid stereotypical responses

Adjusts approach to cultures without sacrificing own or organisational values

Integrity: Does not abuse power or authority

Takes prompt action in cases of unprofessional or unethical behaviour

Professionalism: Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter

Seeks actively to develop oneself professionally and personally

COLLABORATION

Building trust: Operates with transparency has no hidden agenda

Fulfils commitments and promises

National Societies relations: Identifies National Societies' needs and matches them to appropriate solutions

Plans and sets common priorities with National Societies

Teamwork: Ensures clarity of roles and responsibilities

Solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise

Empowering others: Values genuinely all staff members' input and expertise

Holds others accountable for achieving results related to their area of responsibility

ACHIEVEMENT

Communication: Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication

Shares information and keeps people informed

Innovation: Admits mistakes, recognises changing circumstances and refocuses efforts

Adapts rapidly to changing physical and operational circumstances

Judgment - Decision-making: Gathers relevant information before making a decision

Checks assumptions against facts

Managing performance: Performs fairly against milestones and deadlines

Judges accurately amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task

How to apply: 

The Federation is an equal opportunity employer. In order for us to assure a proper comparative evaluation of your application for this vacancy and to enable us to consider your profile against other similar current and future vacancies, we ask that you submit your application through JobNet. Please apply directly to https://jobnet.ifrc.org and refer to CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER (2012-133-FLD) or follow the link below: https://jobnet.ifrc.org/public/hrd-cl-vac-view.asp?jobinfo_uid_c=2936&va...