United Nations Support Office in Somalia Associate Engineer – Temporary Jobs in Kenya
Org. Setting and Reporting
This position is located in the Engineering and Facility Management Section of the United Nations Support Office in Somalia (UNSOS) and based in Mogadishu. The incumbent will report to the Chief of the Section through the Chief of Unit.
Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the Associate Engineer will apply professional engineering knowledge and expertise in performance of the following duties:
Planning and Design:
Applies commonly used engineering calculations, practices and precedents in completing portions of larger projects related to the design, construction, or repair of buildings, roads, bridges, airfields, helipads, railways, docks, waste disposal systems, flood control systems, water treatment facilities, electrical power generation and distribution systems, environmental control systems, field defenses, mine detection and clearance, and other related structures and activities in the field.
Conducts preliminary site investigations to obtain field data such as soil characteristics, drainage and other data required for building site selection.
Prepares design layout for smaller or less complex portions of buildings and facilities.
Produces cost data and estimates on engineering-related requirements of current and planned field missions. Participates in budget projections.
Completes architectural and engineering drawings using AutoCAD software. Where necessary, visits work sites for inspection of site conditions and/ or for taking of measurements.
Converts old/ historical drawings to AutoCAD files liaising with GIS office as and when appropriate in providing a consolidated mission wide reference source for maps and layouts.
Maintains and controls any requests for copies of architectural, structural, electrical and mechanical plans.
Implementation:
Develops technical data regarding materials, sizes, dimensions, and quantities and costs to be incorporated in formal specifications.
Analyzes project proposals to ensure technical feasibility and to ensure that project objectives are attainable within the prescribed resources.
Liaises with other engineers and mission specialists responsible for related specialized phases to arrive at mutually satisfactory approaches to problems by exchanging and comparing data.
Undertakes research to gather information related to engineering projects.
Prepares engineering presentations using advances in technologies.
Evaluates technical proposals from bidders/vendors for solicitation processes.
Provides where possible recommendations for improvement to current Unit workflows/processes and implement (in coordination with respective unit staff).
Applies standard engineering practices & precedents in construction, maintenance & repairs of installations, structures and facilities.
Performs other duties as required.
Competencies
Professionalism: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.
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.
Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments. Delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards. Operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules. Supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments.
Education
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in Civil/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, architecture or other related field is required.
A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Work Experience
A minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in engineering or related areas is required.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in English, (both oral and written) is required; knowledge of the other is desirable.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; United Nations Support Office in Somalia Associate Engineer – Temporary Jobs in Kenya
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