Org. Setting and Reporting
This position is located within the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUSCO) in the Engineering Section. The Associate Engineer will be based in Kinshasa. The incumbent reports to the Field Engineering Officer.
Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the Associate Engineer will apply professional engineering knowledge and expertise in performance of the following duties: 1. Planning and Design: • Applies commonly used engineering calculations, practices and precedents in completing portions of larger projects related to the design, construction, or repair of buildings, roads, bridges, airfields, helipads, waste disposal systems, flood control systems, water treatment facilities, electrical power generation and distribution systems, environmental control systems, field defenses, mine detection and clearance, and other related structures and activities in the field or military engineering. • Conducts preliminary site investigations to obtain field data such as soil characteristics, drainage and other data required for selection of sites for various infrastructures in field missions. • Prepares design layout for smaller or less complex portions of buildings, facilities and camps. Complete architectural and engineering drawings using AutoCAD software. Where necessary, visit work sites for inspection of site conditions and/ or for taking of measurements. • Produces cost data and estimates on engineering-related requirements of current and planned field missions. • Participates in budget projections and acquisition planning • Maintains and controls any request for copies of architectural, structural, electrical and mechanical plans. • Plans and prepares technical specifications for procurement of services and goods. • Plans and controls the FDS materials as well as Engineering Assets (quantities, locations, distributions) • Conduct Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) 2. Implementation: • Develops technical data regarding materials, sizes, dimensions, and quantities and costs to be in corporate in formal specifications. • Analyses project proposals to ensure technical feasibility and to ensure that project objectives are attainable within the prescribed resources. • Liaises with other engineers and mission specialists responsible for related specialized phases to arrive at mutually satisfactory approaches to problems by exchanging and comparing data. • Undertakes research to gather information related to engineering projects. • Prepares engineering presentations using advances in technologies. • Evaluates technical proposals from bidders/vendors for solicitation processes. • Provides where possible recommendations for improvement to current Unit workflows/processes and implement (in coordination with respective unit staff). • Applies standard engineering practices & precedents in construction, maintenance & repairs of installations, structures, and facilities. • Maintains liaison with local contractors and suppliers concerning the provision of supplies and services; manages contracts and evaluate them. • Drafting of reports and other engineering related documents such as project documents, contractor performance reports…etc • Provides technical assistance in field related operations, like construction of camps, short deployments and special operations in topics related to engineering support. • Conducts the pre-closure inspection of sites and evaluate the activities needed before the site closure. • Prepares the preliminary asset and materials disposal plan and follow up on the steps for write off process. • Performs other duties as required.
Competencies
Professionalism: Sound knowledge of financial principles and practices; Ability to independently conduct research and analysis, formulate options and present conclusions and recommendations; Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently. Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
Education
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in Civil/ Engineering, architecture or other related field. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Job – Specific Qualification
Not available.
Work Experience
A minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in engineering or related areas is required. Experience in building, maintenance, building management and construction is required. Experience in camp closure activities and asset & materials management is required. Experience in design and construction of military facilities like camps is desirable. Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Applications, MS Project is desirable. Experience in procurement and contract management is desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position, fluency in English and French (both oral and written) is required.
Assessment
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise or competency base interview or both.
Special Notice
This position is subject to local recruitment pursuant to staff rule 4.4 of the United Nations Staff Rules. Applicants for positions in the General Service and related categories must be authorized to work for the United Nations in the duty station where the position is located. Eligible applicants selected from outside the duty station are responsible for any expenses in connection with their relocation to the duty station. Staff members subject to local recruitment are not eligible for allowances or benefits exclusively applicable to international recruitment. Candidates for the National Professional Officer category shall be of the nationality of the country where this position is located. The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.
United Nations Considerations
According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on “Manuals” in the “Help” tile of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.
No Fee
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