Infrastructure Specialist at Ministry of Tourism

Job Description

The Ministry of Tourism (MOT) has set a transformational agenda for the tourism Sector with the aim of facilitating increased sector contribution to the country’s gross domestic product and job creation.
In this regard, the Government of the Republic of Zambia is implementing the Zambia Green, Resilient and Transformational Tourism Development Project (GREAT-TDP) with the financing facility from the World Bank. The responsible institution for the Project is the Ministry of Tourism (MOT). A Project Steering Committee (PSC) will assure the oversight.

The Ministry of Tourism now wishes to engage the services of suitably qualified candidates to fill the positions of Infrastructure Specialist in the GREAT-TDP PIU.

The Project Development Objective (PDO) is Enabling Environment for the Nature-Based Economy (component 1), Improving Climate-Resilient Destination Access and Basic Service Infrastructure. (Component 2) and Project Administration and Management (Component 3).

OBJECTIVES OF THE ASSIGNMENT

The objective of the Infrastructure Specialist assignment is to ensure that Component 2 of the Project is timely, fully, and adequately implemented and delivers all its planned outputs and outcomes, especially that green, resilient, and transformational design considerations are effectively weaved in the selection, design, and construction of all infrastructures under Component 2, as well as any works that may be implemented under Subcomponent 1.3.

MAIN DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

TASK

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITY

1. Management and Administration

Lead Component 2 of the Project;
Prepare Annual Work Plan and Budget (AWPB) for Component 2;
Participate in international and local meetings, seminars, symposiums, and workshops;
Organize and contribute to implementation support missions.

2. Implementation of Component 2

Oversee progress of Component 2 activities in relation to other activities of the Project;
Engage in the design of the DP and SESA with an eye to infrastructure needs;
Contribute to the design of the IIP in all 3 Project areas in collaboration with the Consultant Firm;
Identify, and anticipate potential risks and issues whilst seeking and advising appropriate mitigating measures;
Mobilize and coordinate specialists, technologies, best practices and learning opportunities for mainstreaming environmental sustainability, biodiversity conservation, and climate-resilience priorities in tourism infrastructure development;
Facilitate technical support to the management of contractor(s).

3. Monitoring and Reporting and Quality Assurance

Support the Planning and M&E Specialist, in the implementation and improvement of the Project Planning and M&E system including field mission;
In collaboration with the M&E Specialist, consolidate Semester Reports from the Facilitators and Tasked Agencies into Component 2 Semester Reports.
Ensure the quality control and quality assurance of all bidding documents, contracts, and consultant/engineer progress reports; • Promote excellence and ensure compliance of consultants and contractors with all relevant regulations, standards, specifications, and best practices in the design and implementation of the infrastructure;
In coordination with the PIU safeguard specialist, ensure implementation of the Environment and Social Commitment Plan (ESCP), the Governance and Accountability and Action Plan (GAAP);
Oversee the compliance with all relevant regulations, standards, specifications, and best practices to develop resilient and green tourism infrastructure

4. Capacity building and training

Proactively organize the enhancement of own capacity through training training and self-learning.
Identify and arrange capacity building and training for staff within the PIU on resilient and nature-based-tourism -appropriate infrastructure.

5. Stakeholder Engagement Communication

Contribute to implementing the Stakeholder Engagement Plan (SEP)
Facilitate consultation, collaboration, communication between the PIU, MOT and all stakeholders involved in the implementation of the Project;
Organize meetings, focus group discussions, and interviews with various stakeholders in the tourism industry, including local communities, to solicit inputs/feedback into the project activities.
Respond to clarifications request by stakeholders or other interested parties in the Project.

6. Any other Duties

Carry out other tasks as deemed necessary by the PIU.

KEY REPORTS/DELIVERABLES

Successful and timely design and adoption of the IIP in all Project areas.
Signed Memorandum of Understandings (MOUS) for Task Agencies of Component 2.
Timely produced and cleared TORS and procurement-related specifications/plans/BoQ for good and civil works for Component 2.
Consolidated Component 2 AWPBS timely submitted to Project Coordinator.
Consolidated Component 2 Semester Reports timely submitted to Project Coordinator.
Successful and timely completion of the works as planned in the IIP in all Project areas.

DURATION OF THE ASSIGNMENT

The Infrastructure Specialist contract is for an initial period of two-years (2) subject to extension based on satisfactory performance.

Qualifications and experiences

A master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or closely related discipline from a recognised university;
A minimum of eight (8) years of experience in the planning, engineering design, procurement, work supervision and possibly construction, of infrastructure, especially road, bridges.
At least three (3) years at senior management level in the planning. Design, supervision and management of construction project including management of contractors, or engineers, etc.
Experience working on (a) projects donor funded projects and/or (b) tourism infrastructure planning will be an added advantage;
Member of relevant bodies such as Engineering Institute of Zambia (EIZ) and National Council for Construction (NCC);
Demonstrable knowledge of the international best practices and/or guidelines (including those endorsed by the World Bank) especially in climate-resilient and ecologically/environmentally sustainable designs and engineering.
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills;
Computer literate with skills in Excel, Word, Power point;

Competencies

Leadership – Ability to provide direction, vision, coach/mentor team members, sound judgment, issue & conflict resolution, and effective decision making.
People Management – Ability to improve performance and satisfaction, team building, build and manage interpersonal relationships, influence, and win respect, role modelling and fairness.
Communication – Ability to actively listen, adapt, persuade, and transform.
Delivery – Ability to get things done, managing deliverables and milestones on time/within budget/meeting project needs.
Personality. Integrity, confidentiality, analytical skills, and diplomacy; Ability to work in multi-cultural, multi-disciplinary teams and in a fast-paced environment.

APPLICATION MODE

(a) All applications must be lodged directly to the Permanent Secretary using the following address: –

The Permanent Secretary

Ministry of Tourism

Kwacha House

P.O. Box 30575

Cairo Road

LUSAKA

(b) Applications must be submitted together with detailed Curriculum Vitae, certified photocopies of National Registration Card, Academic and Professional Qualifications to the address given above including three (3) traceable referees;

(d) Note that only successful candidates shall be contacted.