Grade: NO-C
Contractual Arrangement: Special Services Agreement (SSA)
Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days): 6 Months
Job Posting: Apr 30, 2025, 10:17:21 AM
Closing Date: May 7, 2025, 4:59:00 PM
Primary Location: Nigeria-Maiduguri
Organization: AF_NGA Nigeria
Schedule: Full-time
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EDUCATION

Essential: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline .
Desirable: Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering.
Essential: At least 5 years’ in buildings/public infrastructure construction.
Desirable: 3 years’ experience in construction or rehabilitation of health facilities. Experience working on donor-funded or international development projects (e.g., WHO, UNDP, EU)

SKILLS

• Solid knowledge of construction project management, quality control, and safety procedures.
• Proven experience in water systems (e.g., boreholes, plumbing) and renewable energy installations (solar panels).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or similar design software, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), and project tracking tools.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and team coordination skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities, especially with contractors, government counterparts, and local communities.
• Analytical skills for interpreting technical drawings and identifying issues.
• Ability to work under pressure, in hardship environments, and meet tight deadlines.
• High personal integrity, attention to detail, and commitment to quality and accountability.
• Willingness to be based full-time on-site in Biu or Monguno, with travel to field locations as required.
• Physical fitness for supervision duties under challenging field conditions.
• Commitment to uphold WHO’s values, ethical conduct, and safety protocols.
• Familiarity with WHO and UNDP procurement, construction, and reporting procedures is an advantage

USE OF LANGUAGE SKILLS

Essential: Expert knowledge of English and local language.

Under the direct supervision of the WHO Construction Consultant and technical guidance from the WHO Nigeria OSL team, the Construction Project Engineer will:

• Oversee day-to-day construction and rehabilitation activities at either Biu or Monguno Specialist Hospital.
• Ensure all works are executed in compliance with WHO technical standards, the Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP), and Nigerian regulatory standards.
• Ensure the safe, timely, and cost-effective delivery of infrastructure works that meet healthcare functionality requirements