icipe -
African Insect Science for Food and Health is an intergovernmental organisation
funded by governmental aid agencies, UN organisations and private foundations
to carry out research and training in environmentally sound and sustainable
management of arthropods for improving health and agricultural productivity in
the tropics.
icipe wishes to urgently recruit a suitable person to fill the position of Clerk of Works, Design and Construction Projects at ICIPE.
Ref. No. NRS/71/082014
The
position is tenable in Nairobi, Kenya at the icipe Duduville campus.
This is a
two-year contract, with a possibility of extension after successfully
completing a six-month probation period of the first contract.
A
competitive compensation package will be offered to the right candidate.
Only
shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.
Overall purpose of the job: The Clerk of Works will oversee all construction works of icipe at various sites in Kenya (but primarily in Nairobi and Mbita Point) under the direction of the icipe Project Manager.
Responsibilities:
The primary duty shall be to act as a Clerk of Works working under the overall direction of the icipe Project Manager to define, monitor and report on range of design and construction projects.
The primary duty shall be to act as a Clerk of Works working under the overall direction of the icipe Project Manager to define, monitor and report on range of design and construction projects.
The Clerk
of Works shall act as the full-time on-site representative of the icipe Project
Manager to ensure that the project development process previously defined in
the project implementation plan is followed closely.
The Clerk
of Works shall report to the icipe Project Manager, who in turn reports to
icipe's Director of Finance and Administration (DFA).
The Clerk
of Works shall liaise closely with and assist the icipe Project Manager
in:
(a)
defining programme requirements,
(b)
monitoring development of construction contract documents by consultants,
(c)
initiating Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for consultant and construction
contracts,
(d)
managing scope changes,
(e)
responding to requests for payment and extensions of time for completion
etc.,
(f)
overseeing the commissioning, training and take-over process, and
(g)
preparing project reports for senior management.
The Clerk
of Works shall at all times communicate with the icipe Project Manager by phone
and in writing (email memos, weekly/monthly reports).
In support
of the icipe Project Manager, the Clerk of Works shall record and report
progress on costs, schedule, deviations and information necessary to keep a
comprehensive project record through all stages of project implementation.
At times
when the icipe Project Manager is not present on-site, and within certain
pre-defined limits, the Clerk of Works may be authorised to make certain
decisions (as required and as pre-defined), to advance the project.
The Clerk
of Works, by his/her personality and attitude, shall make a vital contribution
to the successful working of the project implementation team, including the
lead consultants, contractor(s) and icipe support staff. As every other member
of the Construction Team, the Clerk of Works is expected to carry out his/her
duties with reasonable care, due diligence and dispatch.
The Clerk
of Works shall periodically assist other members of the project implementation
team in accordance with overall direction provided by the icipe Project
Manager.
Skills:
Skills:
- Computer
skills in the major Microsoft Office software for word processing,
spreadsheet, presentations and email.
- Skills
in CAD and/or graphics package shall be an added advantage.
- Organising
skills in compiling information for presentations and update reports by
icipe Project Manager.
- Skill
in evaluating costs, quality and schedule requirements.
Knowledge required for performing the job:
- Knowledge
and practical experience in project development, extending from the
definition of requirements, through preliminary and concept designs,
design development, plans and specifications, costing, value engineering,
quality control, cost control, scheduling, construction management,
commissioning, take-over and document management. This knowledge and
experience are gained through structured training at the post secondary
level and through extensive participation in the project development
process as a site project manager or assistant project manager.
- Knowledge
and practical experience in managing design and construction projects of
significant scope comprising new building and renovation projects with
special focus on electrical, mechanical and plumbing (EMP) systems. This
experience should have been gained through training at college or in a
university and increasingly responsible roles in the design and
construction industry over a number of years.
- Knowledge
in mechanicals and specific, on-site experience in EMP-type engineering
projects.
- Knowledge
and practical experience in participating in a tender call process for
constant and construction contracts including RFPs for services, lump sum
and unit price contracts, bid evaluation, recommendation for contract
award, requests for payment, evaluation etc. This knowledge and experience
should have been gained through structured training at college level and
through participation in the project development process for public or
semi-public institutions.
Requirements / Qualifications
- Degree
or Higher National Diploma in construction related courses such as
Construction Management.
- Minimum
experience of 5 years in site supervision in a variety of construction
jobs.
Personal suitability:
- Good
interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a scientific and
multicultural environment.
- Fastidious
attention to detail and quality.
- Ability
to meet tight deadlines.
Reporting
This position reports to the icipe Project Manager.
The selected candidate should be available to start as soon as possible.
This position reports to the icipe Project Manager.
The selected candidate should be available to start as soon as possible.
How to Apply
All applications must arrive via email on or before the 3rd September 2014.
Please
quote the job reference number NRS/71/082014 on the email subject line.
Interested applicants should submit:
(a) a
confidential cover letter,
(b)
detailed CV with names and addresses of 3 referees (including e-mail addresses,
fax numbers), and
(c) a
one-page write-up on how you consider yourself suitable for the job, to:
ClerkofWorks@icipe.org
icipe is an Equal Opportunity Employer
ClerkofWorks@icipe.org
icipe is an Equal Opportunity Employer
