Construction Site Supervisor (Type A)

Job Description

Introduction

To support the construction of Multi-Purpose Evacuation Centers (MPEC) under The Project for Strengthening Resilience to Disasters and Displacement Risks in Vanuatu. This includes visiting, monitoring, and reviewing the sites where the contractor is doing construction, sharing progress review, observations, and challenges with supervisor, and implementing solutions.

Project Context and Scope

The Project for Strengthening Resilience to Disasters and Displacement Risks is a three (3) year project being implemented by the International Organization for Migration (IOM). The objective of the project is to build institutional capacity and strengthen national and community resilience to disasters and displacement risks in Vanuatu.

This includes provision and construction of Multi-Purpose Evacuation Centers which will provide a location where communities can come to in time of disaster for shelter and safety. These centers have been approved by relevant authorities in Government of Vanuatu as suitable for construction. In addition, these centers will serve as community centers in times when there is no disaster.

Responsibilities

• Be primarily field-based and travel to locations where Multi-Purpose Evacuation Centers are being constructed in Efate and Santo, Vanuatu.
• Monitor construction progress on a regular basis and provide updates on site activities and progress.
•  Attend coordination meetings related to construction progress and site activities.
• Maintain regular communication and coordination with the contractor’s site team.
• Monitor that the contractor complies with approved construction drawings, specifications, and safety requirements at site.
• Identify construction challenges or technical issues and report them.
• Support the project team in identifying and implementing practical solutions to site issues.
• Coordinate, where required, with relevant government officials and community representatives to facilitate construction activities.

2.5 Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain site records including inspection notes, photographs, and daily observations.

• Prepare and submit weekly construction monitoring reports summarizing progress, challenges, safety observations, and quality issues.
• Support documentation required for project monitoring and reporting.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Diploma or Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field and one year of relevant work experience.

Experience

• Experience in construction supervision or infrastructure projects is an advantage
• Knowledge of construction methods, materials, and site construction practices.
• Knowledge of construction safety regulations and site safety practices.
• Experience working in Vanuatu and knowledge of local construction context.
• Possession of a Construction White Card or equivalent construction site safety certification is desirable for site access and safety compliance.

Skills

• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, structural details, and technical specifications.
• Good communication and coordination skills.
• Computer skills required (MS Word and basic MS Excel) for reporting.
• Strong facilitation, mentoring, and stakeholder coordination skills.

Languages

For this consultancy, Fluency in Bislama and English language is required. Working knowledge of French is an advantage.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators

• Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Notes

IOM covers Consultants against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the consultancy. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. Consultants are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work. 

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies

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