Assistant Construction Manager, ELWA Hospital, Liberia (2049)

Job posted by: SAMARITAN'S PURSE International Relief - Tue, 15 Apr 2014

Job Details:

Organisation: SAMARITAN'S PURSE International Relief

Deadline Sat, 31 May 2014

Job type: Contract

Location: Liberia

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Monrovia, Liberia - The Assistant Construction Manager for Samaritan's Purse (SP) in Liberia will help manage and oversee the ELWA Hospital Construction project. This includes oversight of construction staff, coordination with the Construction Manager and Program Manager, assisting in planning for future developments, liaison with local government, NGOs, the community, etc.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Assist in the oversight and management of the construction of ELWA Hospital.
* Participate in the preparation of purchase orders for key suppliers.
* Aid the team in the procurement of materials for construction.
* Work with the team of local labor, i.e. officer personnel (accountant, purchasing agent, etc.) and construction personnel (foreman, masons, carpenters, etc.).
* Abide by the Standard Operating Procedures of SP, working as a team and living an exemplary life as a Christian leader.
* Attend daily morning devotions and participate in prayer support for the ministry, its donors and volunteers.
* Maintain a strong Christian witness to colleagues, vendors, charitable beneficiaries, and the general public.
* Assess, manage, and report critical physical, emotional, or spiritual concerns of supervised staff.


QUALIFICATIONS:
* Maintains a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ.
* Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university; or one to two years equivalent construction management experience and training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
* One year of college-level Biblical studies preferred.
* Experience building hospitals or clinics preferred.
* Experience living and working in an international setting.
* Ability to act as a mediator with possible labor or personnel disputes.
* Practical quick thinker who keeps communication lines open with all parties in program or scheduling changes.
* Comfortable working in a unique culture. Prior experience working in a cross cultural context required.
* Ability to show respect for community leaders and make every attempt to understand specifics of the culture and decisions being made.
* Possess good observation and listening skills.
* Ability to live in a simple, warm, and often challenging environment with few amenities.
* Microsoft Office/Outlook skills.


SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Must be able to carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees, planning, assigning, and directing work and appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints and resolving problems.

12 month contract with the potential for renewal.
This position is able to accommodate a family.

Mission Statement: Samaritan's Purse is a nondenominational evangelical Christian organization providing spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world. Since 1970, Samaritan's Purse has helped meet needs of people who are victims of war, poverty, natural disasters, disease, and famine with the purpose of sharing God's love through His Son, Jesus Christ. The organization serves the Church worldwide to promote the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ.

Distinct Objectives: The work of Samaritan's Purse is marked by five distinct objectives, grounded in Scripture and biblical principles:
PROCLAIM THE GOSPEL - EXALT Christ and share the Gospel while working in His Name around the world
SERVE WITH EXCELLENCE - EXCEED the world's standard while serving the purposes of God's kingdom
RESPOND WITH COMPASSIONATE ACTION - EXPEDITE our response to needs as the Lord reveals opportunities to minister
DEMONSTRATE BIBLICAL INTEGRITY - EXHIBIT character and integrity personally, at home and work
WALK IN BOLD FAITH - EXPECT God to do the impossible-- "God Room"  



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