JOB DESCRIPTION

BACKGROUND:

UNOPS Horn of Africa Multi- Country Office (HAMCO) is recruiting for this position: Civil Engineer based in Juba, South Sudan.

Please note that the projects associated with this position has a duration of two years.

Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply. These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.

The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners” peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Mandated as a central resource of the United Nations, UNOPS provides sustainable project management, procurement and infrastructure services to a wide range of governments, donors and United Nations organizations. With over 6,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, UNOPS offers its partners the logistical, technical and management knowledge they need, where they need it. By implementing around 1,000 projects for our partners at any given time, UNOPS makes significant contributions to results on the ground, often in the most challenging environments.

The civil Engineer is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the project(s) and provides services to the different donors, partners and beneficiaries. The main responsibility of a Civil Engineer is to work closely with the Infrastructure Project Manager and PMs to ensure that projects outputs are delivered within the specified project tolerances of time, cost, quality, scope, risk and benefits. He/she is expected to meet the organization’s performance and delivery goals.

The Civil Engineer, together with the Infrastructure Project Manager are responsible for creating the Implementation Plan, using the Project Initiation Document (PID), Legal Agreement and having a thorough understanding of the terms, conditions, and the respective roles and responsibilities of the partners/stakeholders, to ensure the project(s) outputs are capable of meeting the business cases for both UNOPS and the partner(s). Success of the project(s) and hence of the Civil Engineer will be based on the defined Success Criteria.

Local Context:

Established in 2011, UNOPS South Office has been providing services to various partners, including the government of South Sudan, UN agencies such as WHO, UNHCR and WFP, and other international organizations. The UNOPS South Sudan Country office team is composed of approximately 100 plus national and international women and men, and offers a broad range of services such as infrastructure, procurement, project management, financial and human resources management.

Project Information:

UNOPS on behalf of the Government of South Sudan under the Ministry of Gender , Child and Social Welfare (MGCSW) with funding from the World bank is implementing a project known as South Sudan Women’s Empowerment Project ( SSWSEEP).The project shall run for 18 months and will cover 3 regions of Central Equatoria, Western Bahr El ghazal and Eastern Equatoria State.

There will be construction of 2 new Women Economic Community Center (WECCs) in Torit, Eastern Equatoria State and Wau/Western Bahr el Ghazal State, this is to provide spaces for women and adolescent girls to access social protection and economic empowerment skills and services. A new Safe House will be constructed in Juba/Central Equatoria State to provide an alternative and temporary shelter to survivors of violence. Also in Juba Central Equatoria State, there will be a construction of the Ministry of Gender HQs, this is to create an enabling working environment for the MGCSW to deliver its mandate on Gender Equality and women”s empowerment.

Separately, UNOPS is also implementing the Nimule One Stop Border Post and Market Project, designed to be a climate-resilient, efficient and safe project that aims to deliver logistics infrastructure in the form of a One Stop Border Post (OSBP) Administration Building and a Market Building that will provide much-needed office space for government agencies, creating a centralized environment for customs, immigration, and other regulatory authorities and equally facilitate the centralization of cross border trade between South Sudan and Uganda. Specifically, the above project objectives are intended to contribute to the overall EU Trade and Transport Facilitation Measures actioned to help equipped the Nimule OSBP and Mar… [truncated] tendersglobal.net RESPONSIBILITIES:

Functional Responsibilities Functional Responsibilities

The Civil Engineer will be responsible for assisting the project development pro…

 

The Civil Engineer will be responsible for assisting the project development processes, participating in assessment, development of BOQs and preparation of bid documents. The position holder will be assisting the UNOPS South Sudan office in construction supervision and technical assessments of infrastructure projects in Juba and different sites across the country. The position requires frequent travel to project sites in all regional states of South Sudan .

Under the direct supervisor of the Project Manager the Civil Engineer will be responsible for the following tasks:

1. Work package Performance, Delivery and Reporting:

• Support the Project Manager to develop and monitor Work Package implementation plans including:
• Overall Infrastructure Work and delivery plans, stage plans within tolerances set by the project board and in line with overall Project Plan
• Quality Management Plans
• Health & Safety and Social & Environment (HSSE) plans

• Support the Project Manager in the development, refinement and review of Infrastructure Human Resource plans and Budgets.
• Actively support the Project Manager to ensure accurate and timely reporting of work package progress as well as conditions on site through daily/weekly site records.
• Prepare and submit to the Project Manager reports (weekly/monthly or as requested) detailing progress of work-package activities, quality control issues, resourcing and scheduling issues, and any other pertinent facts as required.
• Support the Project Manager to ensure stakeholders are aware of work package activities, progress, exceptions as required
• Produce any appropriate documentation identified by the Project Manager in a professional and accurate manner.
• Contribute to monthly reports and quarterly assurance reports.
• Liaise with any external suppliers or other managers.

2. Feasibility study/needs assessment

• Carry out Technical Assessments of infrastructure needs with recommendations for viable interventions
• Support PM in preparing presentations and reports on the findings of the conducted Technical Assessments

3. Design and Procurement Management

• Support the Project Manager to outline design requirements (e.g. timeline) in full compliance with the Design Management Manual, including but not limited to engaging design services advising on requirements for design briefs, preparing design risk assessments, developing concept, and detailed designs as well as design review stages.
• Support the Project Manager to monitor and manage the design plan ensuring deliverables are available on time, and to the required quality.
• Coordinate market research to inform the development of BoQ.
• Liaise with Environmental and Social Safeguards specialists to ensure mitigation plans are mainstreamed into detailed designs and tender packages where possible;
• Contribute and coordinate to the preparation of tender documents, with particular focus on the technical documents (drawings, BoQ, technical specification and standards).

4. Construction Management and Supervision

• • Coordinates, oversees and provides guidance on the management of all construction work implemented by the project.
  • Support the Project Manager to plan, coordinate, monitor and manage construction activities up to the end of DNP in line with UNOPS infrastructure implementation plan and construction work schedule.

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education/Experience/Language requirements Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education: University Degree (Bachelor’s Degree / first level)…

Education: University Degree (Bachelor’s Degree / first level)…

Education:

• University Degree (Bachelor’s Degree / first level) in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related field is required.
• An advanced University Degree (Master’s or equivalent) in Civil Engineering Architecture, Construction Management or related field is an asset and may substitute 2 years of experience.
• Project Management certification (e.g. PRINCE2 Foundation) is desirable.

Experience :

• A minimum of four (4) years experience working in infrastructure projects is required.
• Experience working in civil infrastructures and project management is an asset.
• Experience in Health and Safety Social and Environmental management and protection is desirable.
• Experience in supervision of construction activities and/or system plants is an asset.
• Work experience in post-conflict/ fragile environments and hardship is desirable.
• Competence in the use of all commonly used computer software – spreadsheet, scheduling tools, MS project, Google Suite, AutoCad and other computer programmes is an added advantage.
• Some experience in the UN system organizations and/or a developing country is desirable.

Language:

• Fluency in written and oral English required.
• Knowledge of the local language (Juba Arabic) is an asset

 

 

Education:

• University Degree (Bachelor’s Degree / first level) in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related field is required.
• An advanced University Degree (Master’s or equivalent) in Civil Engineering Architecture, Construction Management or related field is an asset and may substitute 2 years of experience.
• Project Management certification (e.g. PRINCE2 Foundation) is desirable.

Experience :

• A minimum of four (4) years experience working in infrastructure projects is required.
• Experience working in civil infrastructures and project management is an asset.
• Experience in Health and Safety Social and Environmental management and protection is desirable.
• Experience in supervision of construction activities and/or system plants is an asset.
• Work experience in post-conflict/ fragile environments and hardship is desirable.
• Competence in the use of all commonly used computer software – spreadsheet, scheduling tools, MS project, Google Suite, AutoCad and other computer programmes is an added advantage.
• Some experience in the UN system organizations and/or a developing country is desirable.

Language:

• Fluency in written and oral English required.
• Knowledge of the local language (Juba Arabic) is an asset

 

Education:
Education:

• University Degree (Bachelor’s Degree / first level) in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related field is required.
• An advanced University Degree (Master’s or equivalent) in Civil Engineering Architecture, Construction Management or related field is an asset and may substitute 2 years of experience.
• Project Management certification (e.g. PRINCE2 Foundation) is desirable.

 

• University Degree (Bachelor’s Degree / first level) in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related field is required.

 

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Competencies

Competencies Competencies

Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and enc…

Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and enc…

 

Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.

Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles.

Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).

Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.

Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements.

Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.

Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

 

 

Contract type, level and duration

Contract type, level and duration Contract type, level and duration

Contract type: Local Individual Contractor Agreement (LICA) Contract le…

1. Contract type: Local Individual Contractor Agreement (LICA)
2. Contract level: LICA9(ICS9)
3. Contract duration: Ongoing ICA – ‘Open-ended , subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance.’

1. Contract type: Local Individual Contractor Agreement (LICA)
2. Contract level: LICA9(ICS9)
3. Contract duration: Ongoing ICA – ‘Open-ended , subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance.’

• Contract type: Local Individual Contractor Agreement (LICA)

Contract type: Local Individual Contractor Agreement (LICA)Contract type: Local Individual Contractor Agreement (LICA)

• Contract level: LICA9(ICS9)

Contract level: LICA9(ICS9)Contract level: LICA9(ICS9)

• Contract duration: Ongoing ICA – ‘Open-ended , subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance.’

Contract duration: Ongoing ICA – ‘Open-ended , subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance.’

For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link:
https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link:
https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspxhttps://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx