Background
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UNDP in Cyprus provides a diverse package of programmatic services to a range of partners which contribute to building a conducive environment for the peace process. In collaboration with the European Union and other partners, UNDP has earned a reputation as an independent, trusted and experienced partner in the area of peacebuilding, working with Greek Cypriots and Turkish Cypriots on confidence-building measures, encouraging dialogue and cooperation, and supporting the development of environmental, economic and social infrastructure of the island. In particular, the implementation of the confidence-building measures contributes to the building of trust between the two communities while demonstrating to the public at large that the two communities can work together on critical issues that are of importance to all inhabitants of Cyprus.
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UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.
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The Agreement of 21 March 2008 reached between Greek Cypriots and Turkish Cypriots under the auspices of the United Nations (UN), paved the way for the establishment of the Technical Committee on Cultural Heritage (TCCH), dedicated to the identification, promotion and protection of the rich and diverse cultural heritage of Cyprus. The TCCH is composed of an equal number of Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot experts. The TCCH works to provide a mutually acceptable mechanism for the implementation of practical measures for the proper preservation, physical protection and restoration (including research, study and survey) of the immovable cultural heritage of Cyprus. The TCCH is operating under the UN auspices and its work is an important tool for building confidence between the Turkish Cypriots and the Greek Cypriots. The TCCH is supported in its work by an Advisory Board (AB), which was established in 2009 and is composed of archaeologists, architects, art historians and town planners from both communities.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the general guidance and direct supervision of the Project Analyst (CW), the Contract Engineer Associate assists in the supervision of works contract/s for several Cultural Heritage projects located in Cyprus to ensure the smooth support for the project/s in close consultation with the site teams.
The following responsibilities present the key areas of focus under this assignment:
1.) Provide technical and contractual supervision and coordination for restoration / conservation activities in compliance with the technical specifications, bills of quantities, drawings, and guidelines established by the UNDP.
- Review and understand all project contract requirements, technical specifications, drawings, and related documents to ensure a thorough understanding of project scope, requirements, and expectations.
- Provide technical expertise and oversight to ensure that all construction activities are performed in accordance with the contract documents, applicable standards, and best practices.
- Conduct regular site visits and inspections to monitor the progress and quality of site activities, and identify and resolve any issues that arise.
- Collaborate with project teams to ensure that all work activities are properly coordinated and scheduled, and that resources are effectively managed.
- Check and verify quantities of works done, review and approve interm and final payments in accordance with contract requirements, and ensure that all necessary documentation is provided to support payment requests.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of project activities, including daily site reports and other documentation in electronic library format.
- Review and assess any proposed variations to the project scope or design, provide recommendations and cost estimates, and assist in obtaining approvals from the relevant parties.
- Report any deviations or non-conformities promptly and provide regular progress updates to project teams. Take appropriate actions to address these issues.
- Establish and maintain relationships with designers and other parties involved in the project to facilitate coordination and ensure the project is implemented smoothly.
- Foster a culture of safety by ensuring contractor fully understands that all work activities should be conducted in accordance with relevant health and safety regulations and standards.
- Support in preparing terms of reference and specifications for the civil works and services when required.
- Conduct visits and prepare terms of reference and specifications for the preventative works scope when required.
- The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization
2.) Contribute to facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing in the area of work, focusing on achievement of the following results:
- Support project staff in identification, documentation, drafting of best practices and lessons learned.
- Effectively showcase to external stakeholders on progress made and impacts delivered; and
Participate in supervision of works contracts training efforts as required.
Competencies
| Core | |
| Achieve Results: | LEVEL 1: Scale up solutions and simplifies processes, balances speed and accuracy in doing work |
| Think Innovatively: | LEVEL 1: Offer new ideas/open to new approaches, demonstrate systemic/integrated thinking |
| Learn Continuously: | LEVEL 1: Go outside comfort zone, learn from others and support their learning |
| Adapt with Agility: | LEVEL 1: Adapt processes/approaches to new situations, involve others in change process |
| Act with Determination: | LEVEL 1: Able to persevere and deal with multiple sources of pressure simultaneously |
| Engage and Partner: | LEVEL 1: Is facilitator/integrator, bring people together, build/maintain coalitions/partnerships |
| Enable Diversity and Inclusion: | LEVEL 1: Facilitate conversations to bridge differences, considers in decision making |
Cross-Functional & Technical competencies
| Thematic Area | Name | Definition |
| Digital & Innovation | Design thinking | - Solving problems by putting people at the centre, visualising ideas and making them tangible in order to improve them through and iterative process of developing and testing.
- Strong empathy skills, being able to put yourself “”in someone else’s shoes””, understand needs, abilities, preferences, motivations, (everyday) experiences from different perspectives as well as their cultural, social, economical and political contexts.
- Ability to identify and challenge assumptions, (cognitive and social) biases and dominant mental models by generating new perspectives and frames that help redefine the problem, solution and opportunity space.
- Being able to work with incomplete information,ambiguity and opposing views, needs and constraints and synthesise them into solutions that are viable, technically feasible and useful.
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| Digital & Innovation | Innovation capacity building | - Ability to define and create the conditions for trying out new ways of working or introducing new problem solving approaches to an organisation.
- Ability to develop, manage and evaluate a learning curriculum that raises awareness, builds confidence, strengthens innovation capabilities around a certain method, tool or technique; or helps develop an innovation mindset.
- Ability to create the authorising environment (mandate, incentives) to embed and spread new ways of working.
- In-depth knowledge of one or more innovation methods, broad knowledge of innovation processes and innovation management.
- Ability to align a learning and development strategy with broader innovation strategy.
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| Digital & Innovation | Co-creation | - Ability to design and facilitate a process that enables a diverse group of stakeholders to solve a common problem, develop a practice, or create knowledge together.
- Ability to embrace diversity, work with a diverse group of stakeholders understand their interests, perspectives and views and tap into to them as a source for creativity.
- Ability to facilitate processes and create conditions that are open for diverse inputs, stimulate collaboration and sharing.
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| Partnership management | Relationship management | - Ability to engage with a wide range of public and private partners, build, sustain and/or strengthen working relations, trust and mutual understanding
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| Ethics | UN policy knowledge -ethics | - Knowledge and understanding of the UN Staff Regulationsand Rules and other policies relating to ethics and integrity
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| Business Direction & Strategy | Effective Decision Making | - Ability to take decisions in a timely and efficient manner in line with one’s authority, area of expertise and resources
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| Administration & Operations | Documents and records management | - Overall document (hard or electronic) management; registry and retention policy including storing and archiving
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Required Skills and Experience
Education:
- Secondary Education is required.
- University Degree in Architecture and/or Structural/Civil Engineering, or equivalent field will be given due consideration, but it is not a requirement.
Experience:
- Minimum of six (6) years (with secondary education) or three (3) years (with bachelor;s degree)of relevant experience in architectural/structural design and/or site supervision would be required.
Required Skills :
- Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint, etc) and advance knowledge of spreadsheet and experience in handling of web-based management systems
Desired Skills:
- Previous experience working for cultural heritage projects is considered an asset.
- Site supervision experiences of projects similar to restoration/conservation /repair of stone buildings and similar architectural/cultural heritage buildings/structures is an asset.
- Proven experience in the civil works contract management is an asset.
- Proven experience in designs of restoration/conservation projects of stone buildings is desired.
- Previous experience working in projects with multiple stakeholders involved is considered an asset.
- Previous working experience with UNDP is considered as an asset.
- Familiarity with the bi-communal / multi-cultural working environment is highly desired.
Required Language(s):
- Fluency in English is required.
- Fluency in Greek is required.
- Knowledge of Turkish is considered as an asset.
Other:
- Nationals or others legally authorized to work in Cyprus are eligible. (country of citizenship or place of permanent residence)
- Valid driver’s license is a requirement.
- Women candidates and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Disclaimer
Under US immigration law, acceptance of a staff position with UNDP, an international organization, may have significant implications for US Permanent Residents. UNDP advises applicants for all professional level posts that they must relinquish their US Permanent Resident status and accept a G-4 visa, or have submitted a valid application for US citizenship prior to commencement of employment.
UNDP is not in a position to provide advice or assistance on applying for US citizenship and therefore applicants are advised to seek the advice of competent immigration lawyers regarding any applications.
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Non-discrimination
UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.
UNDP is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.
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