Org. Setting and Reporting

This position is located in the Engineering Section of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Central African Republic (MINUSCA), duty station Bria. The Engineering Technician reports to the Chief Engineer through an Engineer.

Responsibilities

Within delegated authority, the Engineering Technician FS-5 will be responsible for the following duties:

Planning and assessment
• Plans, schedules and supervises implementation of engineering projects such as: construction, refurbishment, installation, and maintenance.
• Assesses requirements for the installation, repairs and maintenance of engineering equipment and/or buildings and infrastructure. On the basis of the assessment, drafts technical or assessment reports; determines work requirements, and issues work orders and work assignments to assistants and technicians.
• Diagnoses problems and develops solutions for malfunctioning or defective engineering equipment or systems and/or buildings and infrastructure.
• Provides logistical and operational support to mission clients in terms of allocation of stock within the warehouses;

• Carries out demand planning for construction material, prepares the plan for distribution and follows up shipping to the final destination.
• Provide input on mission requirements, procurement-plan and cost-estimates for budget and acquisition planning.

Operations
• Supervises and coordinates the installation, servicing, maintenance and repair of engineering equipment, in compliance with recognized standards and regulations pertaining to safety and installation codes.
• Supervises works carried by national, international junior staff assigned to the team and contractors in accordance with set schedules. Provides inputs related to their performance.
• Inspects and reports on construction, installation and maintenance projects carried out either by contractors or tradesmen and staff under supervision.
• Applies and ensures adherence to safety programmes related to the safe operation of engineering equipment and power tools.

Administration
• Identifies resource requirements for his/her a rea of responsibility in connection with budget pre pa rations.
• Assists in technical evaluation of bids and proposals for engineering projects and equipment.
• Secures equipment, materials, supplies and spare parts for supervised works.
• Reads and interprets specifications and technical drawings for construction, installations and upgrade of infrastructure.
• Prepares bills of quantities and costing for engineering projects.
• Supervises the maintenance of records relating to i inventories, work orders and general correspondence.
• Reviews and approves work orders and assigns tasks to tradesmen and technicians being supervised.
• Verifies progress or completion of engineering projects and recommends to the Chief of Section for partial or final payments.
• Follows up on correction of defects i n material or workmanship of contractor’s work d u ring the warranty period of the contracts
• Assist in monitoring and analyzing contract performance to ensure compliance with contract terms, schedules, and cost objectives.
• Supports technical evaluations of offers and assists in analysis of bids/offers and technical studies.
• Provides expert technical advice on technical/solicitation documents and overall policies, procedures, and guidelines pertinent to mission activities, considering quality management and risk management best practices.
• Perform other duties as required.

Competencies

Professionalism: Ability to demonstrate professional competence and mastery of subject matters related to planning, implementation, management, and maintenance of projects, major systems and field facilities; Ability to apply knowledge with respect to development of well-researched and calculated specifications for materials and services; Knowledge of material requirements planning and expenditure monitoring during project execution; Ability to analyze data. Shows pride in work and in achievements; Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations; Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.

Teamwork:
Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; Places team agenda before personal agenda; Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Planning and Organizing:
Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; Identifies priority activities and assignments; Adjusts priorities as required; Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; Uses time efficiently.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Job – Specific Qualification

Technical certification/diploma or other supplemental academic qualification in the field of logistics, supply chain management and/or engineering is desirable.

Certification in MRP (materials Requirements Planning) and/or ERP (Enterprise resource planning), e.g. SAP ECC (ERP Central Component), SRM (supplier relationship management) or similar in support of scheduling, procurement, and/or logistics process is desirable.

Certification on Business Intelligence for ERP systems or similar is desirable.

Work Experience

A minimum of eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in Logistics Operations, Supply chain management, Engineering or construction or a related field is required.

Experience and knowledge of Microsoft Office applications – Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and SAP Enterprise Recourse Planning (ERP) software is required

Experience in a similar capacity working in a complex, volatile, conflict or post-conflict setting is desirable.

Experience in preparation of scope of works and technical specifications; project document is desirable.

Experience in maintaining records or database to monitor expenditure on specific logistics support to supported entities against budgeted funds is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position advertised, fluency in English is required.

Assessment

Previously rostered candidates are not subject to any further assessment and as such, will not be invited for such an assessment.

Special Notice

This “Recruit from Roster” job opening is only open to roster applicants who are already placed on pre-approved rosters, following a review by a United Nations Central Review Body. Only roster applicants who were placed on rosters with similar functions at the same level are considered to be eligible candidates. Eligible applicants receive an email inviting them to apply. Rostered applicants are encouraged to apply only if they are interested and available to take up the position at the duty station/s specified in the Job Opening. Applying to this job opening carries an expectation to accept the offer, if selected.

The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

United Nations Considerations

According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment.

Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process.

The paramount consideration in the appointment, transfer, or promotion of staff shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. By accepting an offer of appointment, United Nations staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and assignment by him or her to any activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). In this context, all internationally recruited staff members shall be required to move periodically to discharge new functions within or across duty stations under conditions established by the Secretary-General.

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The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.

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No Fee

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