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 Civil Engineering Advisor vacancy

Position: Civil Engineering Advisor (1 open position: only for Thai citizen) 

Closing date: 28^th February, 2019

Handicap International that runs its program under the operating name Humanity & Inclusion (HI) seeks for Civil Engineering Advisor to supervise the construction of 7 inclusive playgrounds in 3 camps in Tak, and 4 camps in Mae Hong Son Province. Based office is in Mae Sot with regularly travel to work in camps.

HI reserves the right to not accept applications submitted after the deadline. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for testing and an interview.

Background

HI is an independent and impartial aid and development organization working in situations of poverty and exclusion, conflict and disaster. We work alongside disabled and vulnerable people to help meet their essential needs, improve their living conditions and promote respect for their dignity and fundamental rights. For further information about the association: www.hi.org

HI implements 4 projects in Thailand alongside Thai-Burma border: a) Risk Education in 9 camps, b) Disability and Social Inclusion in 5 camps, c) Rehabilitation project in 5 camps and d) Growing Together project in 7 camps as well.

All projects implemented alongside Thailand-Burmese border are enrooted into the Myanmar & Thailand Regional Program Strategy for the period 2018-2020.

The strategy aims at working alongside refugees’ people with disabilities and other vulnerable groups, responding to their essential needs, improving their living conditions and promoting respect for their dignity and fundamental rights.

All projects are managed by designated manager coached by the Operational Manager, Site Admin. Coordinator and Country Manager, Thailand. Thailand mission is supported by the Regional team in Yangon for all issues related to logistic, administration, finance and accountancy as well as Technical issues.

General mission of Civil Engineering Advisor

To supervise the construction of 7 inclusive playgrounds (1 in Umpiem, 1 in Nupo, 2 in Mae Rama Luang,

1 in Mae La Oon , 1 in Ban Mae Nai Soi and 1 in Ban Mae Surin) as per quality standards and under the supervision of the Project Manager.

Responsibilities:

To provide high quality expertise in the planning, contracting, monitoring and execution of the playground construction work, with a focus on inclusion, accessibility and safety (especially against disaster) as per HI guidance.

Aim: Ensure the quality and timeliness of the executed works taking into consideration safety measures in order to prevent/ avoid any natural accident (land slide, flooding …).

Benchmarks: Qualitative inclusive playground have been provided to the builder with effective plan, management, monitoring and implementation of activities.

Activities:

1. Review of technical documents and design, including drawings and technical specifications and bills of quantities for construction works submitted by the playground designer
2. Assess each construction site and review the design and bills of quantities accordingly (security and safety of the playground is a must)
3. Support the selection of construction contractors (1 per camp) and support the contract documentation
4. Support the preparation of the procurement documentation for construction materials and equipment (if not included in the constructors’ contracts)
5. Closely coordinate with the logistics department to ensure quality of the materials and works achieved in the quantity required before payments are authorized
6. Provide support for obtaining all necessary permits for construction works and other requirements related to launching construction works and bringing construction materials in the temporary shelters.
7. Develop weekly work plan for each playground work based on the project activity planning and report progress on weekly basis to the Project Manager
8. Monitor the execution of civil works during the playground construction including ramp, drainage works, soil stabilization, tires retraining wall, fence, toys equipment fixing and other playground constructions, anti-flooding and land slide schemes and any other civil works required for the playground construction.
9. Bring to the attention of the Project Manager on any works which are not meeting timeliness, quality, technical specifications etc and propose solutions
10. 8. Provide on-demand support on any relevant issue related to the construction works raised by the project management
11. Provide monthly report on work progress and provide data as per project and donor requirement
12. Verify that the construction works are corresponding to the design, and the quality of the installed materials meets the desired standards of quality, inclusion, accessibility, durability and safety (especially in terms of landslide and flooding).
13. Facilitate the certification of the completed works.
14. Contribute to the final analytical report on the playground construction with achieved results, constraints and   recommendations based on lessons learned with work plan for future action;

Planning:

• Overseeing all technical aspects of the playground construction from planning to implementation & completion per plans.
• Develop weekly work plans based on playground construction planning and report achievements during weekly meetings with Project Manager.

Project implementation, monitoring and evaluation:

• Provide technical advice to the builder in the implementation of
• Daily manage overall running of technical activities in all playground components. This includes ramp, drainage works, soil stabilization, tires retraining wall, fence, toys equipment fixing and other playground constructions, anti-flooding and land slide schemes and any other civil works required for the playground construction.
• In collaboration with the Project Officers for recovery plans where necessary, daily meeting with the builder and staff to discuss progress, obstacles, challenges and take action in removing barriers to completing work. 
• Check quality implementation and follow-up in each building step to ensure the inclusive playground are durable and safety.
• Work with builder, vendors and suppliers to secure proposals, execute contract and follow up through completion.
• Clean up job site at end of day and ensure all equipment is properly secure for the night
• Test equipment and machinery to ensure it is in good working order.
• Provide the Project Manager with lists of stock that has been decentralized for each playground. Provide logistical support for material purchase, vehicle requirement and equipment preferences in compliance with the HI’ rules.
• Ensure compliance with national and international norms and inclusive quality standards relating to the playground construction

Reporting:

• Develop regular monthly and statistical data’s as per the guidelines and requirement of the project;
• Contribute to the analytical report on the playground building with achieved results, constraints

and   recommendations based on lessons learned with work plan for future action;

• Contribute to data collection to document evidence of changes achieved in the building process.
• Input into the identification and analysis of the inclusive playground good practices.
• Input into monthly team meeting.
• Ensure that his/her Line Manager is regularly informed and reported about concerns or difficulties faced at the field level.

Qualifications required:  Thai citizen,

Education:  Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.

Experiences: Minimum 2-year experience in the infrastructure context and Minimum of 2 years practical experiences in a similar position, as well as, working with refugees in the Thai - Burma border, especially construction, infrastructure, water and sanitation, environment.

Experienced in playground construction, in inclusive environment construction.

Experience in working with NGOs or rural area development.

Experience in disability sector strongly recommended. Practical experiences in working with community based organizations (CBOs), vulnerable groups and local authorities.

Good level of Thai and English Language is a must. Good in Karen, or Burmese language is an advantage.

Job Conditions

• Remuneration: Starting from 27,210Baht depending on the experience of the candidate. Attractive package with possibility of transportation, accommodation allowance.
• We offer also: nice working environment such as 15 days of annual leave, 5 working days office closure in December, 15 days of public holidays, 5 days special leave for family event, Social Security & Worker Compensation Fund, Group life & health insurance for employee, Group health insurance for family members, phone card credit, bonus, seniority of 2% after the 1^st year of employment and training possibilities.
• Start preferably: 15^th March, 2019
• Duration: Fixed Duration contract (from 15^th March 2019 – 14^th June 2019)

How to apply

• In the subject line of the email please write “Civil Engineering Advisor”
• IMPORTANT: In the content of the CV please outline responsibilities and tasks from previous & current work, volunteer experiences and training received.
• Please send all applications (cover letter, CV, copy of Thai ID card, educational certificate, training certificate) to: p.pedtae@hi.org (cc w.lalittakhom@hi.org)

Only candidates who passed the administrative selection will be taken into consideration for a technical assessment and will be afterwards notified of the final decision. Selected applicants may be invited for an interview.

HI reserves the right to contact the applicants for further information before the final selection of the selection committee.

HI is an equal opportunity employer.

People with Disabilities, women and people living with HIV are strongly encouraged to apply.

HI is committed to protect the rights of the children and opposes to all forms of child exploitation and child abuse.

HI contractors must commit to protect children against exploitation and abuse.

The successful applicant will be expecting to comply with HI Code of Conduct.