Date Posted: 8 Jan 2013
Mercy Corps has invited applications from eligible and deserving applicants for job/vacancy of Infrastructure Director. The location of this job will be based in Hargeisa, Woqooyi Galbeed, Somalia. The nature of this position is full-time/regular.
Qualifications Skills & Attrubutes
1. Advanced University Degree in Civil Engineering or related technical field.
2. Seven (7) years of professional work experience with an international organizations preferably at management level.
3. Strong technical experience in infrastructure design and supervision
4. Previous experience in Somalia and working with other partners is an added advantage.
5. Fluency in English required. Knowledge of Somali language an advantage.
6. Knowledge of the latest developments and technology in infrastructure development and related fields.
7. Must have proven analytical, negotiating, communication and advocacy skills.
8. Demonstrative leadership and teamwork abilities.
9. Computer skills and preferably
10. Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-cultural environment and establish harmonious and effective working relationships, both within and outside the organization.
Accountability to Beneficiaries
Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts towards accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.
Success Factors
• Must be able to work independently while being a strong team player
• Demonstrated ability to communicate, take direction, assume leadership, and make rational decisions while working remotely from country leadership
• Effective communication and team-building techniques
• High motivation, initiative, and adaptability
• Strong diplomacy skills in managing a team with different backgrounds, abilities, and technical knowledge.
• An ability to live and work successfully in remote and challenging settings with limited resources.
How to Apply
Online
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