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Haiti Housing Project Manager

by admin | August 9, 2011 - 11:00pm

The Project Coordinator is responsible for developing, piloting and launching all activities relating to the Haiti Housing Program through the partnership of HOPE and Esperanza International. The program will be carried out in the interior provinces of Haiti, in cooperation with the Esperanza Haiti country management team.

Qualifications / Evaluations:: 
I. Personal confession of faith in Jesus Christ and commitment to the mission and vision of HOPE International; II. Excellent project and personnel management skills; III. Knowledge and experience implementing best building standards in the residential or commercial construction field; IV. Experience and demonstrate proficiency in training trainers to ensure knowledge sharing of best building practices with clients; V. Experience in affordable housing development programs, preferably in Latin America; VI. Demonstrated desire to help people that have been brought low by war, poverty, or other circumstances to regain hope, dignity, and the ability to support themselves and their families; VII. Proficiency in Creole and English, and willingness to learn Spanish; VIII. Experience with Microsoft suite, CAD, Microsoft Project and other software packages, as required; IX. Extreme flexibility and the ability to cope with stressful situations and frustrations; X. Ability to relate to and effectively motivate local staff; XI. Creativity and the ability to work with limited resources; XII. Willingness to make a two-year commitment; XIII. Willingness to work in an environment in which medical care may be several days away; and, XIV. Qualifying degree in Construction Management, Project Management, Engineering or a similar field of study.
How to apply:: 
Only resumes and cover letters submitted to Human Resources at jobs@hopeinternational.org in English will be considered.

Construction Training Team Leader

by admin | July 7, 2011 - 5:09pm

For the position of Construction Training Team Leader Build Change is seeking a hands-on, experienced construction trainer with ability to demonstrate good construction techniques in a developing country context, teach builders and engineers how to execute construction projects successfully, and fill out construction quality paperwork. The successful applicant will have a proven management track record, history of successful mentorship, and demonstrated ability to communicate technical terms and concepts to non-technical persons.

Qualifications / Evaluations:: 
Minimum 5 years professional experience in construction, construction management, or construction training, with demonstrated experience managing a team of support staff and delivering outcomes on time • Advanced skills in masonry, carpentry, concrete mixing, and barbending, and other construction techniques • Understanding of earthquake-resistant design and construction of confined masonry, reinforced masonry, and timber buildings in a developing country context • Project management skillset that includes ownership over milestones, workplans, reporting, using computer tools such as Excel and Word • International development experience and willingness to live and work in a post-disaster setting; experience in Haiti is a strong plus • No ego, drama, or pessimism; the successful candidate will be flexible, humble, patient, and have a good sense of humor. • Fluent English with working knowledge of French and Creole strong pluses.
How to apply:: 
Email cover letter and resume to build.c.hire@gmail.com with Subject Line: Haiti Construction Training Team Leader. Applications will be accepted through July 15, 2011. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Qualified women, Haitian citizens, members of the Haitian diaspora, and candidates with French and Creole language skills are strongly encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Job Details
Application Deadline: 
July 15, 2011 (All day)

Health and Safety Manager-Construction-Haiti

by admin | June 30, 2011 - 12:27am

Our client is searching for a Health and Safety Manager to join their team on a 12 month contract. The successful candidate will be required to provide strategic planning, support, advice and assistance to management teams to ensure all Health and Safety activities meet statutory and company requirements.

Job Responsibilities:
As Health and Safety Manager, your responsibilities will be:
Compiling routine management reports
Maintaining accurate records and audit trails
Update and advise on aspects of health and safety influence strategic planning for safety within the business

Qualifications / Evaluations:: 
The successful applicant will be a Chartered Member of IOSH, with experience on build maintenance/refurbishment projects. NVQ4 or equivalent Diploma. You should posses leadership skills and communicate with different nationalities/multicultural. Excellent command of the English language, both spoken and written You must be a team player with a flexible attitude to working hours Competitive salary, free accommodation, food, transportation, medical and life insurance, free tickets to back home country. Leave rotation 20 days every 6 months 15 Minimum of 1 Year commitment for this role is required; with the possibility to extend beyond
How to apply:: 
If you have the relevant skills, experience and looking for a new exciting opportunity please forward your CV to me for consideration. http://www.susanhamilton.co.uk/job-vacancies/vacancy_apply.cfm?id=12050
Job Details
Employment Type: 
Full Time