Job categories Engineering, Project Management
Vacancy code VA/2024/B5521/28757
Department/office AR, EAPMCO, Pacific Operations Cluster
Duty station Tarawa, Kiribati
Contract type Local ICA Specialist
Contract level LICA Specialist-9
Duration 24 months with a possibility of extension
Application period 23-Aug-2024 to 06-Sep-2024
Applications to vacancies must be received before midnight Copenhagen time (CET) on the closing date of the announcement.
Functional Responsibilities
Functions / Key Results Expected: -
Technical Support
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Coordination Support
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Knowledge Management
| 1. Technical Support -
Contribute to the development, implementation, monitoring, and updating of the project plans and strategies in order to ensure delivery according to the scope budget, and time -
Assist the Project Manager in the preparation of bid documents to contract firms responsible for providing technical services (technical studies, design services, and works) as required -
Support the evaluation and selection of firms -
Supervise technical studies and investigations at the sites -
Assist the Project Manager in managing the rapid assessments at the sites -
Assist the Project Manager in managing the design and the review process by working very closely with design services consultant and reviewers -
Monitor construction activities and implementation of nature-based solutions -
Work with firms and contractors on ensuring HSSE protocols and measures are implemented and standards are met -
Supervise the quality of the construction materials and collected attest documentation -
Provide technical support during project closure and defects notification period 2. Coordination Support -
Act as the communication bridge between technical teams and local communities/stakeholders -
Support the PM in the management of communications and ensure stakeholders are aware of project activities, progress, and exceptions and are in a position to accept handover products -
Participate and represent UNOPS in technical working groups -
Provide continuity and leadership coverage for the project manager when necessary 3. Knowledge Management -
Assist in technical mentorship, the project goal of transfer of knowledge to local engineers -
Contribute to the consolidation, dissemination, and sharing of best practices and lessons learned for development planning and knowledge-building -
Conducting on-site training for the contractor’s technical staff to improve the technical knowledge of the engineers |
Education/Experience/Language requirements
Education: - An advanced university degree (Master’s Degree or equivalent) in relevant fields is required preferably in coastal engineering, civil engineering, or other related fields.
- A first-level university degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent) in the above-mentioned fields with two (2) additional years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of an advanced degree or higher degree.
Experience: -
A minimum of 2 years of relevant professional experience in Engineering, Project/Programme Management, or other related fields with an advanced university degree (Master’s Degree or equivalent) is required.
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Experience working in engineering project teams and working in a multi-project environment is desirable
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Experience working on coastal protection projects in Kiribati or the Pacific Islands is highly desirable
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Experience in FIDIC contracts management is highly valued
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Experience in the implementation of nature-based solutions for coastal protection is an added advantage
Language Requirements:
- Fluency (full working knowledge) in written and oral English required.
- Knowledge of another official UNOPS language is an asset