VAC-12300 ICT Innovation Support

This position is based in Abyei. The ICT Innovation Support reports to the Chief of Facilities & Environmental Manager & is required to prepare the schedules & plans of the facilities & environmental management unit projects particularly the construction of smart camps in all UN locations.

Within the delegated authority from the Chief of Facilities & Environmental Management Unit the Planner / Scheduler shall be responsible for the following duties:

Implementation / operations:

• Work closely with different stakeholders & Project Managers to develop andmaintain detailed resource loaded schedules of construction projects using MS Project.

• Integrate multiple schedules into a master project schedule, base line, status & performmeasurement baseline.

• Develop & maintain summary level schedule reports such as gantt, milestone charts & othertools used to support critical path analysis, near term tasks work, priority based resource allocations, performance variances & to support cost / schedule integration.

• Gather & analyze information to prepare reports on the progress of projects.

• Frequent on site visits to review construction progress required.

• Support the project management team in the planning, tracking, analysis & reporting ofprojects, including dashboard maintenance.

• Work in collaboration with project management team to drive consistency of the project scheduling approach to facilitate accuracy in project execution & reporting.

• Troubleshoot & monitor potential scheduling problems.

Administration:

• Maintain accurate records / paperwork.

• Facilitate & participate in weekly schedule reviews & meetings.

• Consolidates weekly & monthly projects reports & ensure timely submission.

• Performs other duties assigned by the Chief of FEMU.

The ICT Innovation Support reports to the Chief of Facilities & Environmental Manager.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or its equivalent, a master’s degree & project management Certification is an advantage.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office specifically MS Project is a requirement.

• A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible planning & project management is required for the position. Strong analytical, planning & organizational skills with an ability to manage competing demands. Ability to contribute to team performance with strong interpersonal & communication skills. High level of initiative, self confidence & a self starter, proven problem solving skills, ability to deliver high quality results & operates with minimum supervision. Previous experience working in UN mission is an advantage.

• Fluency in English is required.

• Thorough understanding of project management. Good adaptability skills to find creative solutions depending on contexts. Shows pride in work & in achievements, demonstrates professional competence & mastery of subject matter, is conscientious & efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines & 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 & ensuring the equal participation of women & men in all areas of work, demonstrates knowledge of strategies & commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing.

• Speaks & writes clearly & effectively, listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others & responds appropriately, asks questions to clarify & exhibits interest in having two way communication, tailors’ language, tone, style & format to match audience, demonstrates openness in sharing information & keeping people informed.

• Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas & expertise, is willing to learn from others. Places team agenda before personal agenda. Supports & acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. Shares credit for team accomplishments & accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

This role has no team management responsibility.

Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply for this role.