Job Vacancy Announcement – UNICEF
Position Title: National Construction Consultant (2 positions)
Job No.: 588988
Contract Type: Consultancy
Level: Consultancy
Duty Stations: Mekelle and Semera, Ethiopia
Duration: 253 working days
Eligibility: Ethiopian nationals only
Program Areas: Education, WASH (Water, Sanitation and Hygiene), Supply Management
Deadline : 31 January 2026
Organization Overview
UNICEF works to protect the rights of children and support their development through programs in health, education, WASH, nutrition, and child protection. In humanitarian and development contexts, UNICEF collaborates with partners to ensure safe, functional, and resilient infrastructure that supports essential services for children and communities.
Position Overview
The National Construction Consultant provides technical support for construction management and supervision activities related to education and WASH infrastructure. The role focuses on ensuring quality, compliance, and timely delivery of construction and rehabilitation works, particularly in humanitarian settings.
Key Responsibilities
👉 Support construction management and site supervision activities
👉 Monitor construction and rehabilitation works for education and health facilities
👉 Ensure compliance with technical standards, specifications, and safety requirements
👉 Coordinate with contractors, partners, and local authorities
👉 Prepare progress reports and documentation related to construction activities
👉 Support quality assurance and timely completion of assigned works
👉 Contribute to supply and infrastructure planning related to program needs
Educational Qualifications
👉 Bachelor’s Degree (BSc) in Construction Engineering or a related field
👉 Degree in Accounting, Administration, Management, or related fields is considered an asset
Work Experience
👉 Minimum of 2 years relevant experience in construction management and supervision in a humanitarian context
👉 Experience supervising construction or rehabilitation of education and health facilities in Afar, Amhara, and Tigray regions is an advantage
Application Information
Applications for this consultancy position are submitted through UNICEF’s official recruitment platform using the job reference number provided.
Note: Only candidates who meet the stated requirements and are shortlisted will be contacted.
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