U.S Embassy Malawi Safety Program Coordinator Jobs in Malawi

U.S Embassy Malawi Safety Program Coordinator Jobs in Malawi

Duties

Working under the Construction Manager of the Overseas Building Operations (OBO) project team, the Safety Program Coordinator provides professional expertise and guidance relating to site safety and health issues during all phases of construction, including site development, excavation, foundation, superstructure, exterior walls, mechanical and electrical systems, and interior finish work for the New Embassy Compound (NEC).

The position is responsible for ensuring compliance with U.S. Department of State as well as host country construction safety and health regulations.


Qualifications and Evaluations

Experience:

Five (5) years in construction with experience in occupational safety or industrial hygiene is required.

Job Knowledge: Optional:

Thorough knowledge of construction safety management principles, practices and procedures. Knowledge of OSHA construction and safety regulations.

Principles and practices of evaluating and implementing safety programs.

Knowledge of the local codes of electrical, mechanical, structural, and International Building Code (IBC).

Knowledge of local construction policies and local labor laws.

Specialized knowledge in construction health, safety requirements including: accident prevention, laws and regulations applicable to employee safety and occupational health, occupational health and loss prevention programs, industrial safety practices, methods of assessing safety hazards and controls, and techniques for conducting accident investigations.

Education Requirements:

University degree in safety management, occupational health and safety, environmental safety, construction, engineering, or architecture is required

Evaluations:

Post may choose to add the phrase “This may be tested” after a language, skill, and/or ability.

Review the VA template for specific information.

Language:

Mandatory: English level IV (Fluent) Speaking/Writing/Reading is required. Chichewa level IV (Fluent) Reading/Writing/Speaking is required.

Skills and Abilities Optional:

Ability to communicate effectively and maintain effective working relationships with people at all levels.

Multi-tasking, problem solving and organizational skills.

Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Must possess excellent writing skills for drafting of materials and reports in the performance of duties.

Mathematical skills are required when reading and interpreting construction

calculations to validate the implementation of the appropriate safety mechanism/prevention.

Ability to lift tools and other job materials.

Must be able to work outdoors under harsh weather conditions.

Equal Employment Opportunity(EEO):

The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.

Qualifications:

All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.

Agency Benefits:

Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission in (insert post and/or country name) may receive a compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits.

For EFMs, benefits should be discussed with the Human Resources Office.

The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.

Hiring Preference Selection Process:

Applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order listed below. Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application.

Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference.

Hiring Preference Order:

AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*

AEFM / USEFM

FS on LWOP and CS with reemployment rights **


How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; U.S Embassy Malawi Safety Program Coordinator Jobs in Malawi

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