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Closes*> February 28, 2021
GIZ
The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH is a
German federal enterprise. GIZ supports the Federal German Government in
achieving its objectives in the field of international cooperation for
sustainable development. GIZ operates in more than 130 countries around the
globe. In Melawi, GIZ has been working for more then 50 years.
GIZ is recruiting A TECHNICAL ADVISOR FOR CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING based in
Lilongwe who will support construction of a new ward for infectious diseases
(such as COVID-19), including previous demolition of an existing building, at
Zomba Central Hospital. This construction component is part of a project to
strengthen infrastructure and capacities for pandemic response in Malawi. The
project is implemented though the German Government and Federal States
Programme in close partnership with the Malawi German Health Program
cooperating closely with the German Federal Chancellery of the Free State of
Thuringia and the NGO Zomba Hospital Project.
ln the German Government and Federal States Programme (Bund-Lander-Programm,
BLP) the German government and the German federal states cooperate in
international Development Cooperation. Since 2015, projects have been
implemented worldwide through the programme.
This will initially be a 75% FTE position but may become a 100% position in
the future. The successful
candidate would start the position as soon as possible. The contract is a
fixed term contract and will
run until 31.12.2022.
A. General Responsibilities
• Coordination for the construction component and all related activities.
• Managing the communication and technical and administrative processes
between the project,
the contractors, including the architectural office and executing companies,
the GIZ construction unit and contracts unit at GIZ’s German headquarters and
the procurement unit at the county office in Lilongwe in all required
processes for construction measures.
• Advising involved stakeholders (i.e. government partners, companies and
communities) in the
demolition and construction processes and provide supervision in the overall
implementation.
• Coordination with the national partners as well as the international
partners from the German
Government and Federal State Program, the Malawi German Heath Program and the
Zomba
Hospital Project.
• Preparation of tender documents and processes in line with GIZ processes and
regulations
• Supervision and liaising with contractors to ensure efficiency and
compliance of the demolition and construction processes.
• Support final acceptance and handover of the building to Zomba Central
Hospital
• Manage the monitoring and evaluation of the construction component, i.e.
compilation of information, M&E reports, photos, etc.
B. Specific Duties/Responsibilities
• Ensures effective overall communication and sharing of information on
construction processes
including presentations to different stakeholders.
• Ensure that building permit is acquired and that all local administrative
requirements are complied with.
• Manage the design end planning of construction activities (technical.
implementation, timeframes and budget) in coordination with relevant partners.
• Validate construction designs together with all relevant stakeholders (Zomba
Central Hospital, Zomba Hospital Project), drawings, Surveys, specifications
and Bills of quantities before activities are implemented.
• Accompany technical appraisal with the Public Works Office, Zomba Central
Hospital and other relevant partners. Obtain any expert opinions necessary.
• Develop operational plans and schedule for program implementation plan and
manage budgets.
• Prepare tender documents and support the GIZ country office in the
preparation and implementation of contracts.
• Monitor progress and compliance of construction work and provide regular
feedback on progress, Quality of constructions and challenges to the
supervisor.
• Coordinate the implementation of demolition and construction with all
relevant parties.
• Liaise with contractors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods and
services. Check progress reports and invoices of partners and/or companies
against original budgets and proposals.
• Ensure sustainability, including full documentation and capacity development
measures and supervision of stakeholders to enhance technical and maintenance
skills.
• Represent the project in meetings and workshops as necessary.
• Support final acceptance and handover of construction works to Zomba Central
Hospital.
• Ensure complete documentation of the construction and rectification of
deficiencies, if necessary.
• Provision of advisory services to the Malawi German Health Programme (MGHP)
and other GIZ Programmes on construction related matters.
• Performs offer duties and tasks at the request of the Team Leader.
Frequent duty travels to Zomba Central Hospital
C. Required qualifications, competences and experience
• Master’s degree in Engineering with focus on construction civil engineering
• Proven track record of minimum 10 years’ work experience in
engineering/construction , of which at least 3 years experience in
constructions in the health sector.
• Very good English language skills — spoken and written. German language
skills would be an
asset.
• Strong social, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Team player.
• Demonstrated creativity, flexibility and comfort in working with diverse
populations in varying
circumstances.
Interested candidates meeting the above requirements should submit their
applications, with a one-page cover letter demonstrating how they meet the
above requirements, along with a detailed CV and
academic certificates. Clearly indicate in subject line the position being
applied for.
The Head of HR
GIZ
P.O. Box 31131
Lilongwe 3
Or email to giz-malawi-hr@giz.de
The closing date for applications is 28 February 2021. Only shortlisted
candidates will be contacted.
GIZ is an equal opportunity employer. Women are encouraged to apply
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