Habitat for Humanity Construction Practices Consultant Jobs in Kenya

Habitat for Humanity Construction Practices Consultant Jobs in Kenya

Duties and Responsibilities

*Lead the development and implementation of construction-focused initiatives related to introduction of new construction practices and/or materials.

*Serve as a technical expert in construction practices for internal and external stakeholders

*Identify and support partnerships with market actors for testing and application of innovative construction technologies and practices to better serve low-income households.

*Conduct initial sector-specific assessments and make expert technical recommendations for appropriate activities contributing to improved housing practices.

*Identify and evaluate new and appropriate construction technologies and practices that can be piloted for scale.

*Serve as a construction technical expert related to global and regional learning initiatives including labor, climate, and healthy housing.

*Support the collection and synthesizing of data, in partnership with the local and global MEAL team, to develop an increased understanding of construction practices.


Key qualifications.

*Prospective applicant is able to live and work in Kenya

*Undergraduate degree in civil engineering, Construction Management, Building economics, architecture or related field.

*Minimum five (5) years’ experience in project management or related areas

*Experience in market systems development is an added advantage

*Working knowledge and experience in sustainability, climate change mitigation and adaptation

*Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact with officials at all levels of government and to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in local communities.

*Willingness to work in a flexible schedule and to travel even to remote destinations.


How to Apply

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Updated CV and cover letter should be sent to TCIS@habitat.org

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