Result of Service

 Develop architectural designs, drawings and layout plans for office and living accommodation camps, security related installations, recreation facilities, medical/aviation/transport/logistics facilities etc.  Conduct site visits on a regular basis for assessment and update as-built drawings of completed camps.  Provide different design options with clear presentations to aid the management in decision making.  Prepare layout plans of existing buildings for space allocation to staff members.

Work Location

Mogadishu

Expected duration

9 months

Duties and Responsibilities

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the overall supervision of the Chief Engineering and Facility Management Section or his/her delegated representatives and under the direct supervision of the Head of Design Unit, He/She will be responsible and accountable for developing the Master plans for the Aden Abdulle International Airport (AAIA) and other Sector Hubs as well as concept and detailed architectural designs for other UNSOS clients in Somalia. All the drawings will be generated using AutoCAD The international individual contractor (IIC) is expected to deliver on the following objectives:  Plan, design and develop an “End State” Master Plan of UNSOM/UNSOS facilities at the Aden Abdulle International Airport (AAIA) and in all mission Sector Hubs.  Plan design and develop facilities including living accommodation, office facilities, support facilities, recreation facilities, safety installation, security installation, water supply systems, wastewater disposal systems, power supply systems, and related structures required by UNSOM/UNSOS in Somalia.  Develop As-built Plans based on existing camp facilities, planned facilities and anticipated requirements over the incoming period and considering continuous occupation of the existing facilities during the modification and amendment periods.  Conduct assessment and technical studies on the existing camps and facilities, existing infrastructures, available materials and assets as well as technical solutions during the implementation periods.  Ensure that UN environmental guidelines and international standards are included into all designs, all plans and drawings are produced 1n AutoCAD and all relevant Space Planning Guidelines (UN entitlements, Occupational Health Regulations), Fire Safety Guidelines, International Building Code, and other guiding principles are followed and incorporated in the designs.  Prepare the master plan for the relocation of UNSOS facilities within the zone of 150 m from center of runway in AAIA  Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Chief /OIC EFMMS

Qualifications/special skills

Education: University degree in Architecture or in civil engineering or related appropriate area A minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience in design and planning of major projects in 2D and 3D using AutoCAD Experience working in a United Nations common system field operation (inclusive of peacekeeping, political missions and UN agencies, funds, and programs) or similar international organization or non-governmental organization- in a conflict or post-conflict setting is strong advantage.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this opening, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of French or Arabic is an asset.

Additional Information

Not available.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.