Summary
Date Posted: Monday, April 29 2024, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
The National Agricultural Export Development Board (NAEB) would like to recruit self-motivated and qualified candidates to fill the following position.
Post: SFVCM Infrastructure Sector Specialist/SPIU
Job Profile
• Bachelor of engineering in civil Engineering from a reputable University/Institution. M.Sc. In construction or civil engineering will be an added advantage.
• At least 3 years relevant continuous work experience in a busy construction works;
• Demonstrated experience in preparation of Bill of quantities and Bill of Quantities (BoQ) variance analysis.

Job Description
Under the direct supervision of the SPIU Coordinator, the SFVCM Infrastructure Sector Specialist/SPIU will perform the following duties and responsibilities;
• The Infrastructure Sector Specialist will report to the SPIU coordinator Conduct on site investigations and analyse data (maps, reports, tests, drawings and others);
• Initiate, develop and supervise the technical assistance and feasibility studies and draw up blueprints that satisfy technical specifications;
• prepare terms of reference of SPIU infrastructure;
• Assess potential risks, materials and costs;
• Provide advice and resolve creatively any emerging problems/deficiencies;
• Oversee and mentor staff and liaise with a variety of stakeholders;
• Handle over the resulting structures and services for the institution;
• Monitor progress and compile reports of infrastructure project status;
• Comply with guidelines and regulations including permits, safety etc and deliver technical files and other technical documentation as required;

Under SFVCM project, the infrastructure sector specialist will have the following specific responsibilities:
• To be a contract administrator of Design, works and supervision of the construction as well as the supply and installation of the equipment of the National Processing Centre (NPC) and the Local Post-Harvest Centres (LPCs) in Rubavu, Rulindo, Bugesera and Nyagatare;
• To prepare the Terms of Reference for hiring any professional related to infrastructure design, works, supervision, equipment supply, installation and other related services;
• To participate in the procurement of services, construction works and equipment supply;
• Liaise with the Rwanda Housing Authority (RHA) to ensure the construction standards are respected;
• Liaise with the Districts for joint monitoring of construction works of Local Post-Harvest Centres (LPCs);
• Participate and follow up the construction site meetings;
• Review the reports of the design, construction works and supervision and advise NAEB and the project management;
• Approve the invoices of the contractor(s);
• Liaise with the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) Construction Manager (CM) to detect risks and find solutions;
• Liaise with Project Manager Consultant (PMC) to prepare the list and approve the quality of equipment for NPC and LPCs;
• Supervise the equipment installation for NPC and LPCs;
• Support in the preparation of RFP for the Information Strategic Plan (ISP);
• Liaise with the KOICA’s Project Contractor to follow up the development of ISP;
• Participate in negotiation with the local company to develop a smart system for horticulture value chain management.
Duration of the Contract: two years renewable based on availability of the budget.

Key Competences
• Analytical, reporting and problem-solving skills;
• Leadership, decision making, communication and interpersonal skills;
• Knowledge of results-based management;
• Strategic planning and organizational skills;
• Business awareness and knowledge of current affairs;
• Fluent in English and/or French.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure
The Job Title should be the subject of the email. The motivation letter of interested candidates accompanied by detailed CV with at least three referees, Photocopy of degree, service certificates of related job requirements and national identity card should be submitted to NAEB E-mail: recruitment@naeb.gov.rw  and copy to elisa.mupenzi@naeb.gov.rw  not later than Thursday 02nd May 2024 at 5:00 PM.

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