Seeking:
Infrastructure Architect or Engineer
Are
you a Kenyan civil engineer or architect interested in working in Somalia?
Do
You enjoy travel and adventure?
If
you would you like to join a dynamic team working on stabilization initiatives
for Somalia, please read on!
USAID
Transition Initiatives for Stabilization (TIS) program
The
Transition Initiatives for Stabilization (TIS) program is funded by USAID and
implemented by Development Alternatives Inc. (DAI), an international
development organization.
TIS
responds to the complex crisis that has evolved in Somalia by mitigating
conflict, promoting stability and community cohesion, and increasing public
confidence in governance.
TIS
implements quick impact activities linked to longer-term stabilization goals.
The
TIS program is currently seeking a skilled, diplomatic, effective, and highly
motivated Infrastructure Engineer or Architect.
As
our engineer or architect, you will work with local communities, civil society
representatives, and the private sector and government officials across Somalia
and Somaliland.
Your
goal will be to ensure that thousands of Somalis benefit from quality roads and
structurally sound buildings, including schools, health clinics and community
centers.
Qualifications
and skills sought
- A
degree in civil engineering or architecture ;
- Minimum
5 years experience in designing and overseeing the construction of
infrastructure projects;
- Experience
in managing construction contracts and conducting inspections for
infrastructure projects;
- A
diplomatic communicator who can converse with a wide range of
stakeholders, including private sector and civil society representatives
and government officials;
- Available
for frequent travel throughout Somalia and Somaliland;
- Experience
facilitating meetings and providing information and training;
- Strong
English language writing skills;
- Knowledge
and experience with USAID Environmental Compliance rules highly desired.
Do
you have the above qualifications and skills?
Please
send
1)
a CV
2)
current position and salary history and
3)
three professional references to TIS@dai.com.
Closing
date:
Monday, December 03, 2012.
Please
note only short listed candidates will be contacted.