Vacancy for Construction Officer (m/f)

Plan International, an independent humanitarian organization that has been advocating for children's rights and equality for girls for over 85 years, is recruiting a Construction Officer (m/f) for the province of Cabo Delgado, Mozambique. This is an opportunity to join a team that operates in more than 80 countries, tackling the root causes of poverty, violence and exclusion. If you have experience in supervising school or health infrastructures and want to contribute to projects with real impact, join us.

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What the role involves

As an Officer of Construction, you will be responsible for managing small infrastructure projects, ensuring that each work meets the highest quality standards and defined deadlines. You will act as a bridge between the construction team, suppliers and contractors, ensuring that all materials and services are in accordance with donor and Plan International specifications.

• Construction management: Supervise construction and rehabilitation teams at intervention sites, coordinating schedules and ensuring execution within budget.

• Budget control: Manage budget lines according to contracts approved with contractors and artisans, ensuring transparency and efficiency.

• Quality assurance: Implement Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) procedures, using specialists or external consultants whenever necessary, without exceeding the budget.

• Logistics coordination: Work closely with the Procurement team to ensure the timely acquisition of quality materials required.

• Reporting and compliance: Prepare periodic reports and ensure compliance with all contractual clauses, as well as Plan International and donor guidelines.

Where your work makes an impact

This project, funded by AFD (French Development Agency), focuses on the integration of education and protection in crisis contexts. The infrastructure you will oversee — schools, health centers and emergency shelters — are the foundation for vulnerable children and communities to access essential services. Each completed work represents a step towards reducing inequalities and promoting girls’ rights. Your experience in emergency shelter delivery and knowledge of SPHERE standards will be essential to guarantee quick and effective responses.

What profile makes sense

We are looking for a professional with higher education in Civil Engineering, Architecture or Urban Planning, and with 5 to 10 years of proven experience in supervising infrastructure projects, preferably school or health. Experience in drawing or reviewing plans (AutoCAD) and QA/QC, including materials testing, is essential. Knowledge of SPHERE shelter standards is an advantage. We value the ability to lead teams, manage multiple contracts and communicate clearly with different stakeholders.

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Details of the vacancy and how apply

• Location: Cabo Delgado, Mozambique

• Contract type: Full-time, in-person

• Reports to: ECHO Project Manager

• Grade: 13 (annual salary range of 1 154 154.48 MT to 1 340 308.44 MT, subject to internal procedures)

• Application deadline: June 30, 2026

• Note: Position subject to project approval. Women are highly encouraged to apply.

Plan International is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. All applications are welcome, regardless of age, disability, gender, marital status, race, religion or sexual orientation. The selection process includes pre-employment checks in line with the organisation's child protection policy, as well as participation in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. By applying, you confirm that you understand these procedures. Note: Plan International never requests payments from candidates.