Background Information – Job-specific
The ongoing conflict in Yemen has caused significant disruptions to the supply chain and to the overall availability of services across all sectors. UNOPS is undertaking a project that aims at increasing access to primary and secondary health services in Yemen. The project aims to restore the physical infrastructure of facilities including general hospitals, local health centres, and therapeutic feeding centres through rehabilitation, maintenance works and minor repairs, in the targeted areas. In addition, UNOPS will be providing priority medical equipment and supplies to these targeted facilities along with training on the use of the medical equipment to the staff of the rehabilitated health facilities.
UNOPS is undertaking a project that aims at increasing access to primary and secondary health services facilities (general hospitals, local health centers, and therapeutic feeding centers) in Yemen, through restoring the physical infrastructure of health facilities (rehabilitation, maintenance works and minor repairs) in targeted areas.
UNOPS will be responsible for the design and rehabilitation works of the health facilities, ensuring highest standards in design and rehabilitation works, and respect of ‘state of the art’ requirements for safety, sustainability, security, and disability access. In addition, UNOPS will be responsible to provide the targeted facilities with priority medical equipment and supplies, as well as strengthening capacities through conducting training and awareness raising activities.
Functional Responsibilities
Summary of functions:
- Structural design of hospital building and health facilities
- Assist contract division in preparing and evaluation of tender documents of structural components (specifications, codes, BOQs, rates etc.)
- Design and produce structural systemic drawings, calculations, reports and scope of works;
- Review the design of structural components of projects
- Manage testing, coding and details of structural deliverables to clients
- Monitoring and supervision of quality and progress of construction works at sites
Technical tasks:
- Prepare design briefs and the design reports that address specific clients and stakeholder requirements and specifications for the structural relevant component as and when necessary.
- Preparation of comprehensive design documentation, calculations, specifications, bar bending schedules and other project documents to meet the required quality and detailing.
- Work closely with Project Managers, Architects, Engineers, Draftsperson and Quantity Surveyors in the planning of projects, scheduling of tasks and developing an integrated design covering the structural component of the project.
- Review and ensure the documents prepared meet the quality standard requirements.
- Responsible for timely delivery of the expected relevant outputs.
- Carry out structural site inspections, assessments and reports as required.
- Assist in the development of specifications, procedures and quality assurance (QA)/quality control (QC) protocols when required for the structural component of the project.
- Proactively manage the design/review projects, ensuring that they meet the high standards expected by UNOPS, while delivering the program within its time and budget constraints.
- Liaise with national and international clients and address requirements when required.
- Assist to carry out assessment and advise appropriate technologies/techniques/designs that can be incorporated in the project design.
- Carry out technical reviews as appropriate.
- Review the consultant’s design works and support to get design review certificates from UNOPS IPMG.
- Coordinate the team effort to complete any task as would be required and appropriate if assigned.
- Review the analysis of existing structures and provide recommendations for rehabilitation , construction or modification.
- Responsible for day-to-day coordination with the contractors according to the needs and requirements on site.
- Inspect and report on Contractor’s works in progress ensuring that the Contractor meets the desired quality standards expected by UNOPS.
- Check contractors’ and suppliers set out and works, including compliance with contracts specifications and ensures that contractors and suppliers comply with their work plans to complete work with specified time frame.
- Provide support and guidance to the contractor and assists in resolving site problems, as necessary.
- Attend daily the project site(s) if required in order to monitor progress of works, identifies the existing problems and provides appropriate solutions through application of sound engineering standards in consultation with the Project Manager.
- Responsible for preparation of progress reports on construction activities, according to the agreed timeframe of works and submission of such on a weekly basis to the Project Manager
Administrative tasks:
- Support the Project Manager to manage structural design and engineering related material archiving.
- Assist in scheduling requested tasks related to structural works.
- Support the administrative team in providing timely and accurate data for the (bi-weekly – monthly and quarterly reports).
- Perform any other tasks relevant to the Infrastructure and Engineering of the KfW funded project when required.
Stakeholder management, coordination and liaison
- Support the Project Manager to establish a solid working relationship with the project board (Executive, Senior Users and Senior Suppliers), client and key stakeholders.
- Support the Project Manager in communication between the project and the donor.
- Support the Project Manager to advise the client on issues that may impact the achievement of their outcomes (including issues of sustainability and post project requirements such as maintenance)
Competencies
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.
Education/Experience/Language requirements
Education:
- A Master Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering is required.
- A Bachelor Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering with 2 additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the Masters
Certification: PRINCE2® Foundation is an asset. Experience:
- 2 years of experience in Structural Engineering/vertical structures or related fields is required.
- Experience working with UN or other Humanitarian/Development agencies is an asset.
- Demonstrated computer ability in using MS Office Suite and structural analysis and engineering design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, MathCAD, PLS-CADD, StaadPro, ETABS, SAP2000, PROKON, etc. is an asset.
Language: Excellent knowledge of English and Arabic languages are required.
Contract type, level and duration
Contract type: Local ICA contract Contract level: LICA-9 Contract duration: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.aspxAdditional Information
- Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.
- Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
- Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.
- UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce.
- 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.
- We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process. If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.
Terms and Conditions
- For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post.
- For retainer contracts, you must complete a few Mandatory Courses (they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. For more information on a retainer contract here.
- All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.
- It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.
