Assistant Surveyor Full Time

Overview of position

Organizational context:

• Our client supports the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian & development projects around the world. Their mission is to serve people in need by expanding the ability of the United Nations (UN), governments & other partners to manage projects, infrastructure & procurement in a sustainable & efficient manner.
• Working in some of the world’s most challenging environments, our client’s vision is to advance sustainable implementation practices, always satisfying or surpassing their partners’ expectations. With over 7,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, our client offers its partners the logistical, technical & management knowledge they need, wherever they need it. A flexible structure & global reach means that our client can quickly respond to their partners’ needs, while offering the benefits of economies of scale.

Background information: Somalia country office:

• Our client has been operating in Somalia since 1995. The Somalia country office manages & coordinates a diverse portfolio across a variety of sectors, including health, rule of law, crisis recovery, security & justice. Located in Mogadishu, the Somalia country office works with multiple partners including the governments of Somalia, bilateral & multilateral donors, UN agencies, funds & programs.

Specific context:

• Somalia Urban Resilience Project II (SURP II) is a municipal governance & infrastructure development project financed by the World Bank (WB) & its partners, aimed at improving access to urban infrastructure & strengthening municipal governance in Somalia.
• The government of Somalia, through the Benadir Regional Administration (Mogadishu) representing multiple cities has selected our client to provide the consulting services for the urban transport infrastructure works to be executed by the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) of the respective municipalities under the project. The works involve construction of urban roads to bitumen standards, construction of bridges / drainage works & installation of streetlights, by the contractors engaged by the respective PIU. Our client assists the PIUs in the contracts management, supervision of works implementation by the contractors as well as in other technical areas related to the project activities.
• The scope of our clients engagement is to provide technical assistance to the PIUs in the works implementation & contracts managements in the areas of design review, technical supervision, performance monitoring, quality control etc., as well as contributing to PIUs capacity building.

Role objectives

The Surveyor Assistant will assist in the site supervision & reporting activities, under the guidance of the Surveyor. The specific roles & responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Assist the Surveyor in day to day supervision of the construction works in checking the contractor works & maintaining daily survey records on progress & works quality.
• Assist the Surveyor in taking measurements of contractor(s) completed works in order to verify the contractor(s) submitted invoices for the works completed.
• Assist in the site surveys, checking control points & other duties related to the works implementation progress monitoring & quality control as directed by the Surveyor.
• Assist Surveyors & Geologists by transporting, assembling, maintaining & laying out prospecting & surveying equipment.
• Collecting & labelling samples.
• Record & document measurements accurately.
• Assist in preparing maps, plans & reports based on survey data.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards during fieldwork.
• Communicate effectively with team members & clients.
• Support the team in resolving technical issues during surveys.
• Participate in training & development programs to enhance skills.

Project reporting

• This role reports to the line manager.

Key competencies

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• A degree in surveying or related fields is advantageous.
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in civil construction works is required for candidates with no formal engineering training, a diploma may be substituted for years of experience.
• Basic knowledge of surveying techniques & equipment.
• Strong attention to detail & accuracy.
• Physical ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Good communication & teamwork skills.
• Proficiency in using computer software for data entry & mapping.
• Willingness to travel to different project sites.
• Excellent command of Somali & English language (oral & written) is required.
• Treats all individuals with respect, responds sensitively to differences & encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational & ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity & inclusion.
• Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates & supports the development of others. Acts as a positive leadership role model, motivates, directs & inspires others to succeed, utilising appropriate leadership styles.
• Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners & always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds & maintains strong external relationships & is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).
• Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self & / or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities & takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our clients impact on their beneficiaries.
• Open to change & flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences & modifies own behaviour. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements.
• Evaluates data & courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation & creativity to problem solving.
• Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise & open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings & needs of others. Actively listens & proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion & finding common ground.

Team management

• This role has no team management responsibility.

Further information

• Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply for this role.

Tagged as: CTG (Committed To Good), Somalia