UNICEF recruits 01 Construction Engineer, (P3)

Construction Engineer, (P3), Garowe, Somalia #00110349

Job Number: 523001 | Vacancy Link

Locations: Africa: Somalia

Work Type : Temporary Appointment

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The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does, in programs, in advocacy and in operations. The equity strategy, emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, translates this commitment to children’s rights into action. For UNICEF, equity means that all children have an opportunity to survive, develop and reach their full potential, without discrimination, bias or favoritism. To the degree that any child has an unequal chance in life, in its social, political, economic, civic and cultural dimensions, her or his rights are violated. There is growing evidence that investing in the health, education and protection of a society’s most disadvantaged citizens, addressing inequity, not only will give all children the opportunity to fulfill their potential but also will lead to sustained growth and stability of countries. Therefore, the focus on equity is so vital. It accelerates progress towards realizing the human rights of all children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF, as outlined by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, while also supporting the equitable development of nations.

The Government of Puntland in partnership with UNICEF Somalia received funding from the German Government through German bank for Reconstruction (KfW) towards the project titled Support to Strengthening Health Systems in Puntland (SSHSP 2017-19) with the aim of working towards the improvement of health services in Puntland.

How can you make a difference?

To coordinate UNICEF’s various construction contracts, verify works, certify payments and to liaise with all stakeholders to ensure all functional project/program requirements are met. He/She will be accountable for effective planning, contract management, technical documentation, quality assurance and project monitoring of UNICEF’s construction works, in support of operations and programme objectives.

Summary of key functions/accountabilities:

Under the general guidance of the Head of Section, the incumbent will be required to develop and implement a plan for the quality assurance and control of the construction of the Project: ‘Support to Strengthening Health Systems in Puntland’ (SSHSP 2017-19). The incumbent will lead a unit of 2 national engineers. The position will be based in Garowe, Puntland with travel to Garowe to other project sites within Somalia as required. Puntland.

The Project Engineer will plan, organize, and direct all associated construction activities of the project during the 1-2-year timeline including: Detailed Design and Documentation, Tendering, Construction and Supervision /Quality Assurance. The Project Engineer will also support the UNICEF Puntland office Program and Operations with other various construction activities as

required. Overall Key Responsibilities are listed below:

Key Expected Results:

1. Emergency Response

– Assist program and operations sections to respond emergency construction needs.

– Establish Emergency Response Procedures for every project. Guide and assist contractors in implementing procedures.

– Provide inputs to requests for Emergency structures, ensuring quick turnaround on construction activities.

– Prepare budgets, identify which resources are available and have contingency plans in place to make up for any deficiencies.

2. Project Focal Point / Project Management

– Oversee and coordinate all project activities, resources, equipment and information and be able to provide requests for information or project updates at any time.

– Act as the point of contact for clients, stakeholders, government, contractors and subcontractors and manage and maintain good working relationships with all.

– Work with all stakeholders and departments to coordinate projects to ensure all operations are completed in accordance with contract standards, industry specifications, to the project timeline and to budget.

– Monitor and track project’s overall progress, keep satisfactory project monitoring documentation and file communications for all works.

– Advise UNICEF on and manage any issues that arise.

3. Contract Management

– Oversee and coordinate all project contracts (design, construction, supervision and goods supply) across entire project scope.

– Draft project contracts ensuring compliance with UNICEF rules and regulations.

– Brief all contractors and ensure all are in full understanding of contract conditions, standards, specifications and scope of works. Act as focal point for all contract enquiries.

– Verify all payments and ensure deliverables have been met across all project related contracts for services and goods.

4. Tender Bids and Evaluations

– Provide technical inputs by working closely with Program, operations and implementing partners to ensure that the bidding process, technical & financial evaluations, negotiations (if any) and contracts awarded are in accordance with UNICEF standards,

rules and policy.

– For all Bids, ensure that evaluations are per the technical, financial and institutional standing as per the contract conditions and scope of works.

– Assist the Project Management team in the drafting and issuance of project proposals, RFP’s, tenders, budgets, cash flows and preliminary schedules.

– Attend all meetings and be highly involved in the technical and financial bid evaluations, ensuring compliance with UNICEF procurement regulations at all times.

5. Project Monitoring and Reporting

– At the beginning of the project determine appropriate project reporting tools, submission dates and reporting strategies.

– Ensure detailed records are kept contributing to the preparation of official reports, including the donor reports, enabling real-time tracking of construction progress.

– Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, plans and reports and respond to project progress queries at any given time.

– Use project management tools to monitor working hours, budget, plans and money spent for all contractors and project staff.

– Advise UNICEF on any potential risks, and propose corrective measures regarding project timeline, project budget and quality of the works.

– Assist with drafting construction sections of donor, annual and other reports, as required.

– Attend all project meetings as required and represent UNICEF at all times.

6. Quality Design Outcomes

– Always ensure High quality design is achieved throughout all project phases.

– Advise on the design of structures taking into consideration appropriateness of design, materials and environmental conditions for the context.

– Help prepare project proposals, timeframes, schedules, specifications and cost estimates as required.

– Approve draft and final submissions for all design components and associated documentation, always ensuring high quality design standards are being achieved.

7. Quality Assurance and Onsite Supervision

– Approve contractor’s quality monitoring tools at the beginning of all works.

– Develop and implement quality control programs and ensure compliance.

– Coordinate construction efforts with all contractors for project completion by predetermined deadlines.

– Use project management tools to monitor working hours, budget, actual works completed. If any of the above-mentioned items are not being met, advise and propose mitigation measures necessary to correct and take appropriate action.

– Conduct regular site inspections as required.

– Ensure the Construction Officers monitor the onsite works, report on works and respond to their daily queries during construction as required.

– Conduct regular site inspections at all project sites to ensure UNICEF supervisory regulations are being upheld.

8. Client Relations

– Maintain good working relations with the client at all times.

– Prepare progress reports for clients and submit client reporting tools as agreed upon.

– Make certain that clients’ needs are met as the project evolves.

– Attend client meetings and respond to clients queries throughout project duration.

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

A Masters Degree in Architecture, Engineering or a relevant discipline related to design/construction from a

recognized University / Institution.

– A Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering or other relevant discipline related to design/construction from a

recognized University / Institution.

A minimum of five (5) years’ experience working on construction projects in a project management and coordination

capacity

– Experience working on similar health projects is highly desirable.

– Experience working in the Somalia context highly desirable.

        – Experience working with UNICEF and an understanding of UN systems highly desirable.

Proficiency with Autocad (or drafting equivalent software), GIS Software, Xcel and MS Word required, familiarity with

other software programs a plus.

Ability to work productively in a multi-cultural environment; willingness to travel and live in locations with difficult

conditions.

A high level of interpersonal, management skills, integrity and ability to work with complex teams.

Proven ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines with minimum supervision.

Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.

For every Child, you demonstrate…

UNICEF’s core values of Commitment, Diversity and Integrity and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results.

The competencies required for this post are….

View our competency framework at http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/UNICEF_Competencies.pdf

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.

UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.

Remarks:

Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

Closing Date Wed Jul 03 2019 21:55:00 GMT+0100 (Afr. centrale Ouest)