ERL Construction Project Assistant

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Position Title: ERL Construction Project Assistant
Location: Yola
Country: Nigeria
Deadline Date:

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
CTG (Compassionate Technology Group) is an organization that supports humanitarian projects in fragile and conflict-affected countries around the globe. Established in 2006, CTG has successfully placed over 20,000 staff in various roles across 17 countries, including regions in the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Asia. The organization specializes in providing rapid and cost-effective services for development and humanitarian missions, ensuring that the right people with the right skills are deployed to implement critical projects. CTG is known for its efficient HR, logistical, and operational services, which save multilateral organizations time and money, allowing them to focus on their core services. For more information, visit www.ctg.org.

Job Overview:
The position of ERL Construction Project Assistant involves working under the supervision of the Early Recovery & Livelihoods (ERL) Program Manager and the direct supervision of the ERL Assistant. The primary responsibility of this role is to assist in the implementation of ERL construction projects in alignment with the agreed response strategy and plan. The assistant will liaise closely with the ERL Program Manager and ERL Assistant throughout various stages of ERL programming, ensuring effective communication and collaboration. The role requires participation in relevant assessments conducted by the ERL unit and necessitates prior knowledge of implementing construction projects through the Cash for Work (C4W) modality. The assistant will also support contractors, assist in the distribution of materials and supplies, and conduct market assessments to understand trends. Continuous monitoring of construction activities in the field is essential, as is the preparation of status reports and documentation as required by management.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the ERL Construction Project Assistant include:

• Assisting with the implementation of ERL construction projects according to the agreed response strategy and plan.
• Liaising closely with the ERL Program Manager and ERL Assistant throughout different stages of ERL programming.
• Participating in and/or facilitating relevant assessments conducted by the ERL unit.
• Providing support to contractors and assisting in the timely distribution of materials, supplies, and equipment according to standard procedures.
• Conducting detailed schedules of dilapidation, formulating Bills of Quantities (BoQ), and performing market assessments to understand market trends.
• Continuously monitoring ERL construction activities in the field, overseeing execution, and evaluating progress through both quantitative and qualitative data.
• Preparing status reports, minutes of meetings, travel requests, and other documents as required by management.
• Ensuring proper filing of documents.
• Performing any other duties that may be required by management.

Required Qualifications:
The required qualifications for the ERL Construction Project Assistant position include:

• A graduate degree in civil engineering, architecture, or a relevant field from a recognized institution.
• At least three years of relevant experience in the shelter or construction industry.
• Experience with humanitarian construction and ERL programs is desirable.
• A sound and up-to-date knowledge of local construction techniques and materials.
• Proficiency in design-related software (e.g., AutoCAD) and the ability to prepare schedules, BoQs, and cost estimates.
• Proficiency in computer applications such as MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical and planning skills, along with administrative and time management skills.
• A proactive and independent work ethic, with the ability to learn new programming modalities quickly.
• Integrity in performing assigned responsibilities and the ability to maintain high ethical standards.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for the ERL Construction Project Assistant position includes a graduate degree in civil engineering, architecture, or a relevant field from a recognized institution. This educational foundation is essential to ensure that the candidate possesses the necessary technical knowledge and skills to effectively contribute to construction projects in a humanitarian context.

Experience:
The level of experience needed for this position is at least three years in the shelter or construction industry. Candidates with experience in humanitarian construction and Early Recovery & Livelihoods (ERL) programs are preferred, as this background will provide valuable insights into the unique challenges and requirements of working in fragile and conflict-affected environments.

Languages:
Fluency in both English and Hausa is required for this position, both oral and written. Additionally, fluency in Fulfulde is desired, as it may enhance communication with local populations and stakeholders.

Additional Notes:
Qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply for this role. It is important to note that at no stage of the recruitment process will CTG ask candidates for a fee, and the organization maintains a zero tolerance policy towards Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA), as outlined in its Code of Conduct. All staff are required to adhere to CTG’s Code of Conduct at all times.