All Hands and Hearts is a disaster relief nonprofit. Our program bases are located in the communities we serve, and staff members live in communal environments. Strict controls will be maintained to promote health and safety at all times, however, there is potential for exposure to SARS-CoV-2 virus.
Applicants must be Australian nationals or individuals who are currently located in and legally eligible to work in Australia.
This start date for this position is ASAP.
Position Purpose
A versatile position within a dynamic nonprofit that provides relief to survivors of natural disasters. The position full-time is responsible for developing and overseeing the response/ recovery projects to help impacted communities. Specific project responsibilities are coupled with management opportunities in a fast-paced environment.
Reporting Relationships
Reports to: Program Director
Roles reporting to position: Construction Site Coordinator, Site Supervisor, Site Supervisor Trainee, Logistics Coordinator
Approximate number of reports 2-6
COVID-19 Requirements
This role is expected to offer a Medium Level of exposure risk, according to the OSHA Classification of Risk of Worker Exposure to SARS-CoV-2.
- Work with the Operations and Health, Safety and Security departments to develop and implement safety standards and protocols in response to COVID-19.
- Follow national, regional and local regulations in addition to the AHAH COVID-19 guidelines.
- If you feel unwell, experience any symptoms, or are aware that you have been in close contact with a lab certified case of COVID-19 within the last 14 days you should isolate immediately and notify your manager.
- Actively participate in ongoing risk assessment.
- Understand the risk of COVID-19 to you as an individual and notify your manager or the HR department if you have any concerns.
- Accept that risk cannot be removed from this situation.
- Give honest feedback.
Key Accountabilities
- Develop the project scope-of-work, milestones, and detailed timeline and budget and track these accurately, updating the necessary tracking systems e.g. Salesforce, MS Project.
- In cooperation with the Program Director, oversee implementing the project whilst adhering to approved timeline and budget constraints.
- Establish and develop clear work and safety practices for the project and communicate these with site teams (Construction Site Coordinator, Site Supervisor, Site Supervisor Trainees, Masons and Team Leaders).
- Supports the Program Director in the development, implementation, and review of the Health, Safety and Security procedures for base and sites.
- Recruit and train project team members to ensure compliance with project standards in safety and work quality.
- When applicable, establish assessment criteria and manage and support the project team to carry out assessments and beneficiary selection processes to identify and implement additional projects.
- Continuously develop and evaluate the project scope, quality and impact, through a meaningful monitoring and evaluation framework.
- Provide supportive leadership, manage a diverse staff team, volunteers and local staff and empower them to carry out their work effectively and efficiently.
- Manage and support Logistics Coordinator to implement efficient procurement processes for the project sites. Design and oversee the process of hiring and vetting subcontractors and construction suppliers.
- Compile weekly and fortnightly progress reports for the Program Director.
- Support the Program Director in compiling program specific fortnightly reports for the organization.
- Oversee and lead the training of the Site Supervisors, Site Supervisor Trainees and the Mason Training Program.
- Support the Community Coordinator in the development and implementation of renewal projects.
- Perform other duties as required.
Financial Responsibilities
- Is this position responsible for the operating budget of the associated department? Yes
- Does this position have any other financial responsibilities? No
Position Requirements
Education Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field. Civil or structural engineering degree preferred.
Related Experience Must have a project management, as well as management experience in a professional setting. Must have technical experience working in construction. All Hands and Hearts experience preferable, but not required. Previous international travel in developing countries preferred.
Special Competencies/Certifications Excellent written and oral communication skills and confident working with Google Suite, Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel and AutoCAD. Knowledge of MS Project is an advantage. Applicants need to be well organized and have a flexible approach to managing multiple tasks and prioritizing them appropriately. The individual is able to manage a large workload and perform in a fast-paced environment. Strong leadership skills with a proactive approach to identifying and solving problems. Needs a developed and clear management style.
Work Environment/Conditions Communal living environment. High stress situations.
All Hands and Hearts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic.