The Government of the Republic of Ghana (GOG) has secured a loan and a grant from the African Development Bank (AfDB) amounting to UA 70 million. The loan is meant to finance the Development of Skills for Industry Project (DSIP). The project is expected to establish a high quality, equitable, market-responsive and cost-effective technical and vocational education and training (TVET) system in order to increase the number of immediately employable Ghanaian graduates; restructure the skills development sector to ensure increasing access, reduce the skills gap; modernize equipment; train teachers and generally improve the quality and relevant of TVET offerings. The Council for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (COTVET) is the executing agency for the project.

COTVET now intends to apply part of the proceeds of this facility to eligible payments under the contract for the engagement of suitably qualified individuals for the post of Civil Engineer to be based at the Project Support Unit of the Council for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (COTVET) in Accra.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The incumbent shall be responsible for:

•  Reviewing the submissions of the project design and supervision Consultants to ensure consistency with acceptable standards and the project objectives.  The submissions to be reviewed include:-
a) Structural drawings and structural analysis,
b) Structural integrity survey reports
c) Dilapidation schedules
d) Structural and civil engineering documentation/designs including earthworks, drainage, water supply and reticulation works, waste disposal systems, geotechnical reports, pavement designs and external works (walkways, fencing, landscaping etc);
e) Specifications and details
f) Health, safety and environmental issues
g) Bills of quantities for civil works and drawings
•  Refining and consolidating the scope of work in order to fit within the budget allocation for each individual institution
•  Participating in monthly site meetings at project construction sites
•  Ensuring the safe keeping and documentation of all project records in both electronic and hard copies formats
•  Participating in bid evaluation for contracts for civil works
•  Assisting in monitoring and evaluating the performance of the design and supervision consultants and contractors

Qualification Required & Experience

The Civil Engineer will have the following qualifications and experience:-

•  A University Degree (Honours) in Civil Engineering or its equivalent from a recognized University
•  A minimum of five (5) years post graduate relevant experience of which at least three (3) should have been in handling large projects involving new building construction and extensive renovation and/or expansion of public facilities in a busy professional work environment, preferably spread over wide geographical areas
•  Possess a recognized professional statutory registration with the relevant Professional Body in Ghana or others recognized in Ghana and also possess a valid (year 2012) practicing certificate
•  Proficiency in Computer Aided Design (CAD) and MS Office Suite
•  Extensive experience, working knowledge and familiarity with international funding agency procedures
•  Demonstrable experience in contract management and administration of complex/multiple projects with several contracts running concurrently
•  Excellent communication skills in written and spoken English

How To Apply For The Job

The Ministry of Education, acting through COTVET (The Project Implementing Agency), now invites interested and qualified individuals to submit typewritten application letters and curriculum vitae indicating that they are qualified to perform the services for the positions described above. These should include:

•  Description of similar assignments
•  Experience in similar conditions
•  Availability of appropriate of appropriate skills

Written expressions of interest must be delivered by 4.00 pm on 5th September, 2012, at the address below:

The Project Coordinator
Project Support Unit
Council for Technical and Vocational Education and Training
P. O. Box M651
Accra

Attn: Procurement Specialist

Location: H/No 2, 2nd Nii Kokonya Road, East Legon, Near American House, Ministries Area
Telephone: 0202-052203
Email: procurement@cotvet.org

Closing Date: 05 September, 2012