SITE SUPERVISOR IN TRAINING

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. Understand your responsibility for the safety of yourself and for those around you. Make yourself aware of, and comply with all safety protocols (including COVID-19), which may differ between locations, based on local risk assessment and local regulations.

Vaccination is required in all in-person work environments including program bases, offices, and team meetings. We will always provide an option for travel-exempt folks to join these meetings and events virtually, to ensure we are providing an inclusive and accessible environment for people who are unvaccinated, vaccinated and at high risk, or avoiding in person events out of concern for others in their circle.

Must be able to secure and maintain appropriate visas. This position is not open to US residents. The start date for this position is January 2023.

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Position Purpose

A versatile position within a dynamic nonprofit that provides relief to survivors of natural disasters. The position is a stipend and is responsible for developing construction-related skills according to the Site Supervisor Training Program.

Reporting Relationships

• Reports to Project Manager (daily work flow is managed by the Construction Site Coordinator)
• Roles reporting to position None
• The approximate number of reports 0

Essential Functions

• Responsible for developing professionally following the site supervisor trainee training matrix (project schedule based on progress, targets, and deliverables)
• Adheres to an agreed set of safety and quality standards and ensures these standards are maintained
• Supports the CSC and SS with on site tracking and completing site diary and work logs.
• Supports the construction team in planning the workflow on construction sites
• Together with the CSC and SS hold daily morning meetings on-site to deliver health and safety briefings and divide the work for a day
• Oversees certain tasks on construction sites. Leads and directs the work of individual teams of volunteers and masons
• Supports the SS to implement Team Leader’s training and holds regular Team Leaders meetings and local workers meetings
• This is a training role, in which the candidate will spend a minimum of 3 months up to duration of the program. If a candidate successfully completes training, the expectation is that they will be available to progress to another role and stay with the organization for multiple programs.
• We understand vaccination is the best way to protect our beneficiaries, community members, staff and volunteers, therefore we require all of our on program staff members to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. To be considered for this position you must be fully vaccinated.  Subject to applicable guidance, the term fully vaccinated currently refers to when an individual has received either a single-shot vaccine or both doses of a two-shot vaccine, and two weeks have elapsed since the final dose.
• Perform other duties as required

Financial Responsibilities

• Is this position responsible for the operating budget of the associated department? No
• Does this position have any other financial responsibilities? No

Position Requirements

• Education  Construction related education (Architecture/ Engineering/Tradesmanship) preferred.
• Related Experience  Must have a minimum of 2 months of volunteer and 1-month Team Leader and/or Site Manager AHAH experience and hands-on construction background. Experience managing construction teams and/or in a development setting preferred. Previous international travel experience, preferably in developing countries. Previous training experience preferred. Experience of various construction techniques including but not limited to timber structures, RCC and metalwork. Knowledge of health and safety construction standards. Learning oriented, demonstrates leadership.
• Special Competencies/Certifications  Must be able to secure and maintain appropriate visas. Spanish speaker preferred. Good written and oral communication skills and confidence working with Google Suite, Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel. The applicant needs 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. Safe handling of hand and power tools on site. Strong leadership skills with a proactive approach to identifying and solving problems.
• Work Environment/Conditions Based on program; communal living environment and high-stress situations.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay rate is $200-$400 USD/ month, based on position, skills and experience
• Room & board
• Monthly R&R breaks with allowance
• Coverage for emergency medical injury or illness
• Visa extension reimbursement
• Travel to and from program location
• Costs related to COVID-19 entry requirements

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.