Job Description
Location: Kajiado
Employment Period: 1 year
Employee Category: Fixed Term Contract
Key Responsibilities
Responsible for all activities related to the construction and medical equipment of the
project.
Collaborate with engineers and architects to create an accurate budget and timeframe
Manage and coordinate the building, delivery of supplies, placement of workforce,
hiring of subcontractors, etc.
Ensure each construction and procurement is completed on within the deadline and
the set budget, and meets all local codes and regulations.
Conducting site visits to inspect work, check materials and ensure staff are following
health and safety guidelines
Meeting regularly with clients, third parties and other managers to report on progress
Regularly reviewing timings, budget, labor, risk and project plans to ensure work stays
on track
Working in an office and on a construction site.
Preparing plans for the purchase of equipment, services, and supplies.
Maintaining and updating supplier information such as qualifications, delivery times,
product ranges, etc.
Maintaining good supplier relations and negotiating contracts.
Support the project team in development of the Master Procurement Plan and
contribute to regular updates of the plan in reference to annual project work plans.
All construction and procurement must be managed in compliance with the
regulations of KOICA and Kenya Good Neighbors.
Required skills & Qualifications
Must possess a Bachelor’s degree in procurement / civil engineering and/or related
field, as well as any required state licensing
Construction experience will be an added advantage
Certificate in Supply Chain Management and professional qualification in Supply
Chain Management / Procurement will be an added advantage
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Must be able to effectively and efficiently multitask
Undertake any other task as may be assigned by immediate supervisor
Language
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Knowledge of another UN official language is a plus