Vacancy Announcement: Senior Civil Engineer

Number of Post: 1(One)

Supervisor: Director of Hard Facilities

Duty Station: Kigali, Rwanda

Employment: Full-Time

Duration: 1 year contractual – Renewable

Effective: May 01, 2024

Background

King Faisal Hospital Rwanda Foundation (KFHRF) is a non-profit NGO dedicated to supporting the growth of Rwanda’s health sector. Through various programs, partnerships, and services at King Faisal Hospital and other hospitals across the country, the Foundation strives to enhance specialized medical care, facilitate clinical research, promote education and capacity building, and advance social welfare initiatives.

KFHRF is currently inviting applications from qualified individuals for the position of full-time

Senior Civil Engineer. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with KFH facilities, as well as other selected teaching and referral hospitals in Rwanda, to develop drawings, renovation plans, schedules, and other civil engineering-related programs aimed at enhancing teaching capacities. Detailed Key Performance Indicators and Terms of Reference will be provided to the selected candidate.

Responsibilities

1. Develop technical drawings for infrastructure projects
2. Collaborate with KFH facilities and other hospitals to assess infrastructure needs and develop comprehensive renovation plans.
3. Develop schedules and budgets for renovation projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and priorities.
4. Provide technical expertise and guidance on civil engineering matters, including structural integrity, construction materials, and environmental considerations.
5. Liaise with relevant stakeholders, including government agencies, contractors, and consultants, to ensure smooth implementation of renovation projects.
6. Conduct site visits and inspections to monitor progress, identify challenges, and propose solutions as needed.
7. Mentor and train staff on best practices in civil engineering, promoting capacity building and knowledge transfer.
8. Contribute to the development of strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing teaching capacities and improving overall infrastructure quality.
9. Prepare detailed reports, presentations, and other documentation to communicate project updates, findings, and recommendations to stakeholders.

Qualification and experience

1. Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
2. Minimum of five (5) years of building construction project experience
3.  Be registered within a relevant regulatory body
4. Proven experience in civil engineering, with a focus on Healthcare infrastructure development and renovation projects.
5. Strong understanding of construction principles, building codes, and regulations in Rwanda.
6. Excellent project management skills, including the ability to develop and implement plans, budgets, and schedules.
7. Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
8. Prior experience in the healthcare sector or with hospital infrastructure projects is desirable.
9. Fluency in English; proficiency in Kinyarwanda or French is an asset.

Competencies

1. Demonstrates honesty, integrity, and professional ethics.
2. Knowledge of quantity surveying and engineering practices for healthcare facilities.
3. Understanding of construction standards, codes, and regulations.
4. Ability to conduct bid analyses and understand construction costs.
5. General understanding of lifecycle maintenance.
6. Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
7. Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
8. Ability to report and draft meeting minutes accurately.

Assessment

Qualified applicants will be evaluated through a written assessment and competency-based interview and/or other assessment methods.

Disclaimer

KFHRF does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing, or any other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. We cannot be held accountable for any fee paid to any agency or agent to help you in your application and, we do not collect information on whether you have paid any fee to any agent.