VAC-15711 National Program Officer (Infrastructure / Engineering)

Under the overall
supervision of the Senior Programme Coordinator in Kabul and direct supervision
of the Infrastructure Coordinator; and, in collaboration with relevant units at
Country office and Sub-offices, the successful candidate will be responsible
and accountable for managing the infrastructure projects in Sub-Offices and
country office.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

• Lead
  IOM construction team in technical assessment, design, bill of quantity
  (BoQ) calculation, work schedule, technical specification, tendering,
  field implementation and monitoring.
• Manage
  the field team to ensure that the project activities comply with the
  design standards, monitoring mechanisms, quality assurance mechanisms, and
  construction specifications.
• Manage
  a team of field engineers posted in various provinces to ensure high
  quality and on-time completion of projects within budget by applying top
  quality project management tools.
• Coordinate
  monitoring activities to follow up on the implementation of all
  construction projects, remotely and through regular visits to the areas of
  operation.
• Provide
  the scope of construction works based on Programme/Operations
  requirements, budget, and site limitations. Apply IOM norms and standards
  to construction projects judiciously, considering the operating context,
  environment and available materials and skills.
• Prepare
  work plan for construction activities, determining priorities/targets and
  performance measurements, and monitoring work progress to ensure results
  are achieved according to schedule and performance standards.
• Prepare
  periodic reports on various aspects of projects including but not limited
  to work progress, financial, quality control, schedule compliance,
  technical, and recommendations.
• Coordinate
  the operational, administrative and financial aspects of all ongoing
  construction projects, including the inspection of the construction
  projects’ implementation, in coordination with the Resources Management
  and Programme Units. Ensure that all construction projects meet their
  intended scope, timeframe, quality and budget. Notify in a timely manner
  of any required changes and inform of any delay or workaround required for
  timely completion of activities.
• Participate
  in the kick-off meeting of construction works with the construction
  company, the engineering firm, and relevant government counterparts. Use
  effective monitoring and supervision tools to assess work quality,
  progress, and performance of engineering firms and construction companies
  throughout the project.
• Participate
  in the tender evaluation process including assessment of bidders’
  qualifications, competency, and experience, and in analyzing and reviewing
  the quoted unit rates against IOM-prepared cost estimates.
• Manage
  the contracts with service providers with appropriate and timely
  contractual communication and administration in coordination with the
  procurement unit. Coordinate change request/variation orders, close out
  procedures and final payments to the contractors with administrative units
  of CO.
• Coordinate
  the execution of needs assessments as necessary for the design of
  evidence-based interventions and fit for purpose infrastructure and
  services, through technical feasibility studies taking into account the
  current situation, and projected population planning.
• Support
  the planning and design team in conducting a comprehensive technical
  assessment at project site to ensure that all relevant site information is
  documented for effective planning and design of infrastructure facilities.
• Support
  planning and design team in civil designs for small to large scale areas.
  Civil designs include (but are not limited to), health and community
  facilities, drainage, hydraulic analysis, culvert design, large scale
  cut/fill, quantity take-offs, retaining wall and road design, especially
  to bring in technical aspects from the field context.
• Support
  the planning and design team on preparation structural designs for small
  to medium-sized buildings, to reflects the requirement and standard based
  on project site conditions. Structural designs include all aspects of
  building design, including lateral load analysis and design. Support on
  the review and analyze existing buildings and design for retrofits.
• Support
  Infrastructure coordinator in the analysis of programme development
  opportunities and contribute to the preparation of proposals, to ensure
  that technical components include scalable solutions and climate sensitive
  approaches for durable and resilient infrastructure.
• Provide
  technical inputs for the design of operation and maintenance (O&M)
  protocols  for inclusive governance
  of the facilities and services constructed or rehabilitated, including the
  empowerment and capacity building plans for recipient communities, with an
  emphasis in providing adaptation and mitigation strategies in built
  infrastructure to address environment and climate change concerns.
• Check
  the technical components of all programmes that require engineering
  capacity, including participating in the development and/or review of
  concept notes, proposals and budgets in line with global standards and
  best practices.
• Provide
  technical support in construction project management to
  Programme/Operations sections. Attend technical cooperation meetings,
  prepare presentations on project progress, and undertake follow-up actions
  related to project implementation and monitoring.
• Contribute
  and provide technical support for the development and dissemination of
  Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and guidelines for all engineering
  and construction works to ensure compliance with national and
  international standards and regulations, particularly, but not limited to,
  quality parameters.
• Undertake
  periodical field visits to monitor the work of all Infrastructure unit
  field staff. Coach and mentor the staff under direct supervision to enable
  them to perform more effectively.
• In
  coordination with the relevant colleagues of CO and sub-offices, ensure
  that all relevant permits and authorizations are obtained from the local
  authorities to facilitate  project
  implementation and maintain effective working relations with relevant
  authorities.
• Facilitate
  the mainstreaming of Gender-Based Violence (GBV), Disability Inclusion,
  Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP), and other protection related
  aspects in every phase of implementation of the projects, in close
  coordination with relevant colleagues.
• Perform
  other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications and
Experience

Education

•  Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Structural Engineering, Hydraulic engineering, Environmental Engineering or related fields from an accredited academic institution with four years of relevant professional experience.

Or

•  Master’s degree in the above-mentioned fields with two years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Experience
  in managing the design, implementation and monitoring of public
  infrastructure projects such as community buildings, schools and health
  centers, roads and bridges, check dams and canals, and water supply
  schemes.
• Experience
  in contract management of medium to large-scale infrastructure projects,
  including diplomacy in dealing with the stakeholders and the contractors.
• Familiarity
  with Disaster Risk Reduction approaches, concepts and technical solutions
  would be a distinct advantage.
• Familiarity
  with conflict sensitivity concepts and principles would be viewed
  favorably.
• Experience
  in liaising with governmental authorities, national/international
  institutions, United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations.
• Prior
  work experience with international humanitarian organizations,
  non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural
  setting is an advantage.

SKILLS

Excellent
planning and managing skills, especially people management is required.

• Ability
  to independently work with no or limited supervision is required.
• Works
  effectively with donors, local authorities, beneficiaries and the broader
  community to advance the organizational objectives is required.
• In
  depth knowledge of the broad range of Engineering related subject areas
  dealt with by the Organization is required.
• Certification
  in Project Management (Project Management Professional (PMP) or PRINCE2)
  is an advantage.
• Knowledge
  of civil engineering design and project management software, tools and
  skills is required. Proficiency in AutoCAD is mandatory.
• Knowledge
  of humanitarian and development programming in Afghanistan is an
  advantage.

Languages

• For all
  Applicants, fluency in English is required (oral and written).
• Working
  knowledge of Pashto or Dari is required.
• Fluency in
  all national language(s) are highly advantages.

Note: Qualified female candidates are highly encouraged
to apply.

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VALUES – All IOM staff members must
abide by and demonstrate these five values:

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Interested candidates are required to apply through Tayo. Also, please take note that CTG does not accept applications in hard copies.

Before applying the candidate must carefully read the advertisement.

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Note: Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please ensure that the e-mail address and phone number that you will indicate are accurate.