Interior Designer At International Livestock Research Institute (Ilri)

The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) seeks to recruit an Interior Designer to advise on aesthetic solutions for buildings and spaces and ensuring that they fulfil their purpose in terms of condition, safety, functionality and compliance with relevant standards
Key Responsibilities:
Gather and obtain client/customer briefs and requirements, interpret and present for approval
Plan, design, detail, and supervise interior works including materials, furniture, paint/colors, furnishings, joinery, fittings, light effects, ventilation, decoration, energy management and finishing/final facility outlook and ensure optimal space usage for new and existing buildings
Prepare project presentations, models, including renders, 3Ds, and images for ease of client understanding
Research, obtain and arrange for material samples, site visits and supplier due diligence
Prepare Gantt charts, timeline schedule for projects, cost estimates for jobs and ensure design/work execution is done as per approved budget
Supervise contractors to ensure construction is as per design and specifications
Conduct and document regular facilities inspections, make proposals on upgrades or repairs
Develop and maintain various databases and filing systems for drawings, works specifications and closed jobs
Prepare relevant reports and reviews
Perform any other related duties as may be required

Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in architecture, interior design, art and design or relevant field
Relevant professional certification
Six years relevant experience in design and supervision of construction in relevant work environment
Experience in using computer aided design (AUTOCAD, ArchiCAD) or other relevant design software
Working knowledge of principles and practices of project management
Contract management knowledge and experience
knowledge, experience and/or certification in green building design, environmental management and sustainable development goals integration in design and construction
Sound knowledge of health, safety and environmental regulations
Broad / specialized knowledge of methods, techniques and processes

Terms of Appointment
This position is at job level HG 14. The position is a 3-year contract, renewable subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funding. ILRI offers a competitive salary and benefits package which includes; pension, medical and other insurances