Project: SAFE Recovery
Location: Sibolga – North Sumatra

Job Purpose:

To lead and coordinate the implementation of the SAFE Recovery Project in Sibolga and surrounding under the Pathway to Permanence framework, ensuring accountable, high-quality, and strategically aligned delivery of housing interventions including light repair, moderate repair, retrofitting, and new construction. The position ensures field execution is fully aligned with HFHI recovery strategy, donor expectations, and long-term resilience objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Alignment & Program Leadership:
   • Translate SAFE recovery strategy and Pathway to Permanence approach into actionable field implementation.
   • Ensure interventions (repair ringan, repair sedang, retrofitting, bangun baru) align with recovery positioning and future scaling opportunities.
   • Provide regular strategic updates and risk analysis to Strategic Alliance Senior Manager.
   • Identify expansion or leverage opportunities with local government or other stakeholders.
2. Technical Implementation & Quality Control
   • Lead categorization and validation of damaged houses based on technical assessment.
   • Ensure structural strengthening and resilient construction principles are applied in retrofitting and new build.
   • Supervise Construction Supervisor and ensure compliance with HFHI standards and building codes.
   • Monitor progress against DIP and construction targets.
3. Budget & Compliance
   • Manage implementation in line with approved budget and intervention ceiling per category.
   • Monitor burn rate and flag financial risks early.
   • Ensure compliance with HFHI finance manual, procurement standards, and audit requirements.
   • Maintain transparent beneficiary selection and documentation processes.
4. Stakeholder Engagement
   • Coordinate closely with Pemda/Pemkot Sibolga and relevant agencies
   • Facilitate technical discussions related to cost-sharing or collaboration if applicable.
   • Represent HFHI in local recovery coordination forums.
5. Reporting & Documentation
   • Prepare structured monthly progress reports covering:
     • Physical progress (unit completion per category)
     • Financial absorption
     • Technical risks
     • Safeguarding issues
     • Community feedback
   • Support development of donor reports and concept notes for potential scale-up.
   • Ensure documentation supports future fundraising and positioning.
6. Accountability & Safeguarding
   • Act as FRM focal point in project area.
   • Ensure safeguarding standards and do-no-harm principles are implemented.
   • Maintain community trust and grievance handling mechanism.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field. 
2. Minimum 3–5 years of experience in construction supervision, housing development, or infrastructure projects. 
3. Experience working in post-disaster recovery or community-based construction programs is preferred. 
4. Experience supervising field construction teams. 
5. Strong technical knowledge of housing construction and structural repair. 
6. Ability to supervise construction works and ensure quality control. 
7. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. 
8. Ability to work effectively with community members and local workers. 
9. Good coordination and reporting skills. 
10. Fluency in Bahasa Indonesia. 

HFHI requires that all employees take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguard our intended beneficiaries, their communities, and all those with whom we work. Employees at all levels have responsibilities to support and develop systems that create and maintain an environment that prevents harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, safeguards the rights of beneficiaries and community members (especially children), and promotes the implementation of Habitat for Humanity’s code of conduct.

Serious and interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications with a cover letter briefly explaining how your experience is relevant to this position. Please send your resume and cover letter (no more than 4 pages) to [email protected] with the subject line: PM Sibolga_Name.

The due date for the application is 24 March 2026, (Only short-listed candidates will be notified).

Project : SAFE Recovery
Location : Sibolga – North Sumatra

The Construction Supervisor will lead the technical implementation of housing recovery activities under the SAFE Recovery Program in Sibolga, Tapanuli Tengah and surrounding. The role ensures that housing repair, retrofitting, and reconstruction activities are implemented according to Habitat for Humanity technical standards, local building regulations, and resilient construction principles.

The Construction Supervisor will oversee field construction teams, support technical assessments of damaged houses, and ensure that construction activities are implemented safely, efficiently, and with high quality.

The position also plays an important role in supporting community understanding of safer construction practices and promoting resilient housing solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Technical Assessment and Planning
   • Conduct technical assessments of damaged houses in coordination with the project team.
   • Support the categorization of housing damage including light repair, moderate repair, retrofitting, and reconstruction.
   • Review technical designs and cost estimates for housing interventions.
   • Ensure construction approaches follow resilient housing and disaster-resistant principles.
2. Construction Supervision and Quality Control
   • Supervise construction activities for housing repair, retrofitting, and new construction.
   • Ensure construction work follows HFHI technical standards and local building codes.
   • Monitor the quality of materials and workmanship during construction activities.
   • Identify technical issues on-site and provide solutions to maintain construction quality.
3. Contractor and Workforce Management
   • Supervise skilled workers and construction teams working on project sites.
   • Ensure construction activities follow occupational health and safety standards.
   • Monitor daily construction progress and ensure work is completed according to schedule.
   • Coordinate with suppliers and procurement teams regarding material requirements.
4. Technical Guidance and Capacity Support
   • Provide guidance to homeowners and community members on safer construction practices.
   • Support the training of local workers and masons in resilient construction techniques when needed.
   • Promote community participation during housing reconstruction activities.
5. Monitoring and Technical Reporting
   • Maintain records of construction progress and technical site visits.
   • Prepare regular technical updates and construction progress reports.
   • Support documentation of construction processes for donor reporting and program learning.
6. Coordination and Stakeholder Engagement
   • Coordinate closely with the Project Coordinator and Community Organizer regarding implementation activities.
   • Participate in coordination meetings with local authorities when technical input is required.
   • Support communication between Habitat and beneficiary households regarding construction activities

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
2. Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in construction or post-disaster recovery projects.
3. Experience supervising technical teams and community-based implementation.
4. Strong understanding of resilient housing and structural strengthening principles.
5. Strong reporting and analytical skills.
6. Comfortable working in dynamic recovery environment.
7. High integrity and accountability.

Safeguarding:

HFHI requires that all employees take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguard our intended beneficiaries, their communities, and all those with whom we work. Employee at all levels have responsibilities to support and develop systems that create and maintain an environment that prevents harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, safeguards the rights of beneficiaries and community members (especially children), and promotes the implementation of Habitat for Humanity’s code of conduct.

Serious and interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications with a cover letter briefly explaining how your experience is relevant to this position. Please send your resume and cover letter (no more than 4 pages) to [email protected] with the subject line: CS Sibolga_Name.

Due date for the application is 23 March 2025 (Only short-listed candidates will be notified).

Project: SAFE Recovery
Location: Sibolga – North Sumatra

The Community Organizer will support the implementation of the SAFE Recovery Program in Sibolga and surrounding by mobilizing communities, facilitating beneficiary engagement, and ensuring inclusive participation in housing recovery activities. The position plays a key role in building trust with communities, supporting transparent beneficiary selection, facilitating communication between Habitat and local stakeholders, and ensuring community participation throughout the implementation of housing repair, retrofitting, and reconstruction activities. The Community Organizer will also help ensure that recovery interventions promote community ownership, accountability, and long-term resilience

Key Responsibilities:

1. Community Mobilization and Engagement
   • Facilitate community outreach sessions to introduce SAFE Recovery Program objectives and activities.
   • Build relationships with community members, including vulnerable households affected by disaster.
   • Promote community understanding of housing recovery processes including repair, retrofitting, and reconstruction interventions.
   • Support community participation in project activities and encourage local ownership of recovery initiatives.
2. Beneficiary Identification and Facilitation
   • Support the process of beneficiary identification and validation in collaboration with local leaders and technical teams.
   • Facilitate transparent communication of eligibility criteria and program procedures.
   • Assist in organizing community meetings and consultations related to housing interventions.
   • Ensure the participation of vulnerable groups and marginalized households in program activities.
3. Support to Housing Recovery Implementation
   • Assist the technical team during household visits and community coordination related to housing repair and reconstruction activities.
   • Facilitate communication between home partners and technical staff during implementation.
   • Monitor community participation such as sweat equity contributions and community support mechanisms.
   • Ensure community members understand construction timelines and responsibilities.
4. Community Awareness and Capacity Building
   • Facilitate awareness sessions related to safe housing practices, disaster risk awareness, and community resilience.
   • Encourage households to adopt safer building practices during repair or reconstruction processes.
   • Support training sessions or orientation activities conducted for home partners and community members.
5. Monitoring and Field Documentation
   • Collect field-level information related to program implementation and community feedback.
   • Maintain accurate documentation of beneficiary participation and community activities.
   • Support MEAL activities including data collection, beneficiary tracking, and feedback documentation.
   • Report implementation challenges, community concerns, and recommendations to the Project
6. Coordinator.
   • Coordination and Stakeholder Engagement
   • Coordinate with community leaders, local institutions, and village authorities.
   • Support communication between Habitat and local government representatives when required.
   • Participate in community meetings and coordination forums relevant to housing recovery activities. d. Represent Habitat for Humanity Indonesia at the community level when necessary.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in social work, Community Development, Rural Development, or related fields.
2. Minimum 2–3 years of experience in community organizing, community development, or humanitarian programs.
3. Experience working with vulnerable or disaster-affected communities is an advantage.
4. Experience facilitating community meetings and participatory processes.
5. Strong interpersonal and facilitation skills.
6. Ability to communicate effectively with community members and local stakeholders.
7. Good organizational and coordination abilities.
8. Basic understanding of housing, infrastructure, or community recovery programs is an advantage.
9. Fluency in Bahasa Indonesia and willingness to work closely with local communities.

Safeguarding:

HFHI requires that all employees take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguard our intended beneficiaries, their communities, and all those with whom we work. Employee at all levels have responsibilities to support and develop systems that create and maintain an environment that prevents harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, safeguards the rights of beneficiaries and community members (especially children), and promotes the implementation of Habitat for Humanity’s code of conduct.

Serious and interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications with a cover letter briefly explaining how your experience is relevant to this position. Please send your resume and cover letter (no more than 4 pages) to [email protected] with the subject line: CO Sibolga_Name.

Due date for the application is 20 March 2026 (Only short-listed candidates will be notified).