Construction Coordinator, Malawi
Status:
Accepting Applications
Schedule:
Full time
Type:
Global Volunteer
Compensation:
Support-Raising
Department:
International Office
Location:
International
Contact Name:
James Jackson Summary:
COTN seeks a Construction Coordinator to oversee and help construct our Secondary School in Malawi for approximately 12 months. This is an in-country position.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate with the local construction team and with sub-contractors
- Transfer construction skills to national staff
- Oversee materials and supplies, ensuring their use according to local and COTN standards
- Ensure safe and stable construction
- Report progress to COTN–Malawi Country Director and International Construction Manager
Skills and Qualifications:
- Experience with housing or commercial construction projects, preferably in supervisory role
- Knowledge of masonry, framing, electrical, foundation, plumbing
- Good communication skills
- Architectural knowledge, particularly ability to read building plans (but not mandatory)
- Ability to work in flexible environment
- Patience