Civil Engineer – Міжнародна організація з міграції (МОМ), Представництво в Україні

Open to Internal and External Candidates

Position Title: Civil Engineer

Duty Station: Donetsk, Ukraine

Classification: General Service Staff, Grade G6

Type of Appointment :Special Short-Term, Six months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 18 April 2022 

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Internal and external candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, internal candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

Context:  

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and the Programme Officer (Preparedness and Response), and the direct supervision of the Head of Field Office, the successful candidate will contribute to the implementation of IOM’s humanitarian response and early recovery efforts in the Eastern Conflict Area of Ukraine.

Core Functions / Responsibilities: 

1. Assist the Programme Officer (Preparedness and Response) and the Head of the Field Office in the implementation of project components;
2. Conduct field visits to assess the rehabilitation needs, and based on performed assessment of the sites, recommend best solution for construction interventions under project implementation;
3. Review/prepare/support the preparation of technical documentation (drawings, Bill of Quantities (BoQs), technical descriptions, and other) under the Project implementation;
4. Check and approve (or modify) the standard list of materials, check and approve materials requisitions. 
5. Ensure that technical project and tender documentation is duly made in order to meet all requirements of the Project;
6. Review and check all measurements, quantities and descriptions in the offer provided by the Implementing Partner; 
7. Perform the number of monitoring/on-site visits upon the commencement of works, for the provision of the re/construction activities under the Project, during the assignment;
8. Contribute to preparation of the status reports on implementation of re/construction works under the Project;
9. Monitor the implementation of rehabilitation/construction works conducted by the selected contractor (construction company) to ensure they meet the quality standards foreseen by the contract;
10. Provide all necessary technical support on Project-related needs as part of preparation for meetings with main stakeholders (identification of gaps, technical analysis, choosing appropriate modalities, etc.); 
11. Prepare technical reports on the assessed needs after every monitoring visit of new sites;
12. Prepare technical progress reports on the implementation of rehabilitation works to support payments due to the contractor or the IPs, as applicable;
13. Coordinate technical aspects of implementation regarding Infection Prevention and Control-related interventions (IPC) in Donetsk NGCA.
14. Where needed, support all IOM’s programs in Donetsk NGCA with technical components through determining specifications best fitting project parameters, as well as proving relevant technical assessments for better tailoring of IOM’s interventions.
15. Provide all necessary technical support to identify and cover construction-related needs for extension of IOM’s rehabilitations program with residential infrastructure under the shelter sector in Donetsk NGCA. 
16. Perform such other duties as may be assigned. 

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education 

• High school diploma/certificate with at least six years of relevant work experience 

OR

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent from an accredited academic institution (preferably in Engineering, Architecture or related field) with at least four years of professional work experience.

Experience 

• Significant experience of working with standards in construction sphere;
• At least 5 (five) years of experience in professionally responsible architecture and engineering area (in the capacity of Engineer or Area Supervisor) is required;
• Experience in supervising medium to large-scale construction and rehabilitation;
• Good knowledge of technical design, drawing, construction technology and practices;
• Experience of working with international NGOs or UN agencies and humanitarian background is a distinct advantage;
• Experience in implementing rehabilitation/construction under shelter, NFIs, WASH activities a distinct advantage.
• Knowledge and understanding of key issues related to emergency response in Ukraine; 
• Knowledge of the NGCA context and ability to deliver results under these circumstances; 
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills;
• Acting as a team player and facilitating teamwork;
• Ability to produce high-quality products while working against short deadlines and stressful environment;
• High level of computer literacy, including specific software, including AVK and AutoCad, etc.

Languages

Fluency in English, Ukrainian and Russian is required. 

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:

Values 

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• Integrity and transparency: maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators 

• Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.
• Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Other

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation. 

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment and security clearances.  

A prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station and work permit, as applicable.

 How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications on IOM Personal History Form (iom.org.ua/sites/default/files/personal_history_form_0.xls) to [email protected]  by 18 April 2022 the latest, referring to this advertisement in the subject line of your message.  

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

Posting period:

From 11.04.2022 to 18.04.2022