Engineering Analyst (Electricity, Gas), NPSA-9, DS – Kyiv, National Рosition
ЗАВЕРШЕНО
Engineering support towards Electricity, Gas production facilities, Electricity, Gas supply and other energy infrastructure restoration
- Conduct the status/needs assessment on damaged Electricity, Gas production facilities, Electricity, Gas supply and other energy infrastructure and provide technical advice to identify suitable recovery/restoration plan and strategies.
- Review and analyze the information/data on the context and baseline situation of the targeted Electricity, Gas production facilities, Electricity, Gas supply and other energy infrastructure.
- Determine priorities for the areas of Electricity, Gas production facilities, Electricity, Gas supply and other energy infrastructure restoration in consultation with relevant actors.
- Identify any institutional capacities, policy and legislation that may affect restoration of energy supply and promotion of energy security.
- Identify possible solutions to expected constraints and risks related to restoration of the target energy infrastructure.
- Provide technical inputs for Electricity, Gas production facilities, Electricity, Gas supply and other energy infrastructure recovery plans/strategies.
- Provide technical support on reviewing and certification of available energy project based on the design calculations and drawings, including BoQs and specifications of the equipment.
- Develop or review scope of work (SOW), drawings, bill of quantities (BoQ), technical specifications, and other required procurement packages for Electricity, Gas production facilities, Electricity, Gas supply and other energy infrastructure restoration to be undertaken.
- Analyse functionality of Electricity, Gas production facilities and Electricity, Gas supply systems and specification of the materials proposed.
- Support procurement process of energy infrastructure by providing technical inputs, clarifying the Bidder’s queries of technical nature.
- Serve as part of the technical evaluation panel and provide complete assessment (qualification, technical and financial analysis) of the received offers.
- Provide input in addressing UNDP’s Contract Review Committee’s questions related to submitted bids if required.
- Review and validate the manufacturing/supply schedule proposed by the contractor.
- Identify and assess the risks related to procurement of energy infrastructure equipment and propose a risk mitigating strategy and measures.
Stakeholder engagement and supplier coordination
- Support the Project in conducting market research to identify potential suppliers and technologies.
- Prepare necessary documents, including Terms of References (ToRs) and Bills of Quantities (BoQs), for UNDP’s procurement procedures, ensuring compliance with UNDP’s procurement policies and procedures.
- Monitor the manufacturing, shipping, and installation of equipment with a focus on Electricity, Gas production facilities and Electricity, Gas supply to ensure compliance with project timelines and technical specifications.
- Coordinate with relevant counterparts to oversee the installation of equipment, ensuring timely and efficient execution.
- Consult with stakeholders and communicate on behalf of the project, ensuring clear and consistent information flow.
- Facilitate stakeholder engagement and ensure their active participation and buy-in for project activities.
Knowledge management/ Reporting and Capacity building
- Identify and document best practices and lessons learned in the areas of Electricity, Gas production facilities and Electricity, Gas supply infrastructure development.
- Contribute to knowledge networks and experience-sharing, networking, and other public events in the area of energy security.
- Participate in training for Programme/Project personnel to support further professional growth through active learning.
- Contribute to the Programme/ Project work plans.
- Contribute to the Programme/ Project regular reporting on progress for different stakeholders, including donors.
- Keep tracking the financial resources allocated to Electricity, Gas production facilities, Electricity, Gas supply and other energy infrastructure restoration activities.
Institutional Arrangement
Under the direct supervision of Programme Manager and in close collaboration with Programme Technical Specialist (Energy Security) and Engineering Specialist (Electricity/Gas, Technical Component Lead)I, the Engineering Analyst (Electricity, Gas) is fully responsible for provision of technical support and leading the operational and programmatic management in the scope of energy security activities focused on Electricity, Gas production facilities, and Electricity, Gas supply in the scope of Green Energy Recovery Programme according to the project document, UNDP corporate rules and procedures and for fulfilling the following functions.
Core
Achieve Results: LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline
Think Innovatively: LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements
Learn Continuously: LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback
Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible
Act with Determination: LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident
Engage and Partner: LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships
Enable Diversity and Inclusion: LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination
Cross-Functional & Technical competencies
Business Direction and Strategy – Entrepreneurial Thinking:
• Ability to create clarity around UNDP value proposition to beneficiaries and partners and to develop service offers responding to client needs based on UNDP’s organizational priorities and mandate.
Business Direction and Strategy – Negotiation and Influence:
• Ability to reach an understanding, persuade others, resolve points of difference, gain advantage in the outcome of dialogue, negotiates mutually acceptable solutions through compromise and creates win-win situations.
Business Management – Communication:
• Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience.
• Ability to manage communications internally and externally, through media, social media and other appropriate channels.
Business Management – Customer Satisfaction/Client Management:
• Ability to respond timely and appropriately with a sense of urgency, provide consistent solutions, and deliver timely and quality results and/or solutions to fulfil and understand the real customers’ needs.
• Provide inputs to the development of customer service strategy.
• Look for ways to add value beyond clients’ immediate requests.
• Ability to anticipate client’s upcoming needs and concerns.
2030 Agenda: People – Gender;
• Gender Mainstreaming.
Procurement – Supplier/relationship management:
• Knowledge of supplier management concepts, principles and methods, and ability to apply this to strategic and/or practical situations.
- Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in the field of Mechanical Engineering, Electricity, Gas Supply, Energy Systems or other closely related fields; or
- A first university degree (Bachelor’s degree) with a combination of additional two years of qualifying relevant experience will be given due consideration in lieu of Master’s degree.
Min. years of relevant work experience :
- Minimum of 2 years (with master’s degree) or 4 years (with bachelor’s degree) of progressively responsible experience in engineering, energy systems, infrastructure development, or a related area.
- Proven track record in effective project planning and implementation in the areas of Energy sector recovery and rehabilitation, Energy efficiency, Environment protection shall be considered a big asset.
- Experience in working with Government, international financial institutions, other development partners, including EU, shall be an asset.
- Familiarity with national legislation, norms, and standards related to energy infrastructure, including Electricity, Gas production facilities and Electricity, Gas supply systems, and safety regulations is desirable.
- Experience of working with municipalities and/or local and central authorities in recovery or energy rehabilitation projects/activities, as well as with economic development issues at the national and sub-national levels is an advantage.
Required skills:
- Skills in the development of technical documentation, including technical specifications and performance schedules of energy systems, including Electricity, Gas production and Electricity, Gas supply, and related infrastructure projects.
- Knowledge of procedures for quality control procedures.
Desired skills in addition to the competencies covered in the Competencies section:
- Proven ability to draft, edit and produce written proposals, advisory documents, analytical documents and results-focused reports;
- Experience in the use of computers and office software packages, including engineering software
Required Language(s):
- Fluency in Ukrainian and English is required.
If you wish to apply for this or other positions, please visit UNDP in Ukraine website, section Jobs and apply:
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UNDP will use a transparent and competitive screening process, though will only contact those applicants in whom there is further interest. Applications may only be submitted for specific vacancy.
Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.
