Are you aiming to work for an organization where it is worthwhile investing your personality, your skills and your time? Are you looking for a job that is exciting and has clear goals? Welcome to Welthungerhilfe!

We are one of the largest and most respected private organisations for development cooperation and humanitarian aid in Germany. As a politically and confessionally independent organisation, our value-oriented actions are always based on ethical principles. Our vision is clear: "Zero Hunger by 2030" - If you want to become part of our global mission to end hunger around the world, we look forward to receiving your application as:

The position is to be filled by January 1, 2021 with an initial contract duration of one year. There are very good prospects for an extension. Employment location will be Barclayville City, Liberia.

As Expert Civil Engineering you will support a health system strengthening project by leading the construction of clinics, water supply and solar components.

Your responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate all construction activities (clearing, levelling, marking, mobilizing construction resources, etc.) in coordination with technical staff
• Support contractors and local staff in planning, setting up of construction, as well as managing their tasks and activities
• Ensure proper logistical management in terms of material supply and administration in close cooperation with other departments (finance, logistics)
• Preparation of tender documents for procurements, evaluations and reporting
• Management of construction contracts and services, administration and related activities (progress reports, material supervision, construction quality, etc.)

Your profile

• A university or polytechnical degree in Civil Engineering
• At least 3-5 years of professional experience in the management of construction activities in technical fields of (health) infrastructure
• Proven technical expertise in the area of design and construction (including developing and reviewing bills of quantities, assessing local markets, cost estimations, etc.)
• Demonstrated experience of on-site construction management and project management (including programme monitoring, site supervision, site surveying, quality control and defects)
• A high level of mental and physical resilience and readiness to travel to and stay in rural areas
• Excellent spoken and written English; German language skills would be an asset

Our offer

We offer you the opportunity to work in a responsible and interesting field as part of an extremely dedicated team. Welthungerhilfe attaches great importance to the personal and professional development of its employees and the balance of their work and private life. Remuneration is based on our gender-independent salary scale. In addition, Welthungerhilfe offers numerous other benefits, which are listed under "Our benefits".