UNICEF works in some of the world\u2019s toughest places, to reach the world\u2019s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.<\/p>\n
Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.<\/p>\n
And we never give up.<\/p>\n
For every child,\u00a0hope<\/strong><\/p>\n How can you make a difference?<\/strong><\/p>\n The Construction Engineer reports to the Construction Engineer and is responsible for monitoring and supervision of the construction activities in Tigray region. The supervisionof construction projects includes planning, support to procurement, as well as monitoring of construction works on site. The incumbent collaborates closely with the Programme\/ Operations teams in defining construction interventions to meet programmatic needs and achieve results for children, and provides technical and advisory support to Government and partners on construction project management.<\/p>\n Summary Of Key Functions And Accountabilities<\/strong><\/span> Preparation of design and technical documents<\/strong> Support to procurement process<\/strong> Other expected deliverables (where applicable)<\/span> To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have\u2026<\/strong> For every Child, you demonstrate\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n UNICEF\u2019s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values<\/p>\n UNICEF Competencies Required For This Post Are<\/strong><\/span> During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.<\/p>\n UNICEF is here to serve the world\u2019s most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race\/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.<\/p>\n We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.<\/p>\n UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.<\/p>\n Remarks<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n UNICEF\u2019s active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and\u00a0qualified\u00a0female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.<\/strong> Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.<\/p>\n UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":156,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","job_listing_type":[47],"job_listing_category":[140],"job_listing_location":[194],"job_listing_tag":[],"metas":{"_job_category":{"140":"Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics"},"_job_type":{"47":"Full Time"},"_job_apply_type":"external","_job_apply_url":"https:\/\/secure.dc7.pageuppeople.com\/apply\/671\/cw\/applicationForm\/initApplication.asp?lJobID=558726&sLanguage=en-us&sSourcePointer=cw&lJobSourceTypeID=796","_job_apply_email":"","_job_phone":"","_job_salary_type":"","custom-select-17263742":"","_job_qualification":"Bachelor Degree","_job_location":{"194":"Addis Ababa"},"_job_application_deadline_date":"","custom-text-18129948":"","_job_logo":"https:\/\/www.yes.et\/jobs\/wp-content\/uploads\/wp-job-board-pro-uploads\/_employer_featured_image\/2022\/12\/Unicef-150x150.png","_job_employer_name":"UNICEF","_job_employer_url":"https:\/\/www.yes.et\/jobs\/employer\/unicef\/"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.yes.et\/jobs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing\/12690"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.yes.et\/jobs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.yes.et\/jobs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/job_listing"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.yes.et\/jobs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/156"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.yes.et\/jobs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=12690"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.yes.et\/jobs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=12690"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"job_listing_type","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.yes.et\/jobs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing_type?post=12690"},{"taxonomy":"job_listing_category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.yes.et\/jobs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing_category?post=12690"},{"taxonomy":"job_listing_location","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.yes.et\/jobs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing_location?post=12690"},{"taxonomy":"job_listing_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.yes.et\/jobs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing_tag?post=12690"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
\nOverall monitoring \/ supervision of construction across all regions.
\nPreparation of construction workplans in conjunction with the supervising firms.
\nKeep major construction management components in check like performance bonds & Bank guarantees.
\nMonthly reporting \u2013 suggesting solutions for identified challenges.
\nCollaboration with UNICEF Programmes\/Operations and coordination with Government counterparts and other stakeholders.
\nPreparation of design and technical documents
\nSupport supply section on procurement process for good and services.
\nSupport supply section in bidding processes including technical evaluations.<\/p>\n
\nApply UNICEF norms and standards (child-friendly, accessibility, MOSS, MORSS, etc.) to construction projects, taking into consideration the local environment and available materials; verify if compliance with green building standards is required in coordination with DFAM Field Support Unit.
\nCheck technical documents related to construction (design drawings, technical specifications and bills of quantities); verify whether they are clear, complete and compliant to programmatic and construction needs, eco-efficiency and accessibility requirements; undertake the actions required to endorse these technical documents by relevant ministries.
\nFollow up with the designing firms and government entities for obtaining all permits required for construction activities prior initiating works.<\/p>\n
\nSupport in providing technical documents including design drawings and BoQ\u2019s.
\nSupport in carrying out technical and or financial evaluations during the bidding process including.
\nSupport in accessing market prices and demands and inform both engineering and procurement teams so they could keep updated with market prices on the local market.
\nSupport in preparing tender documents in relation to construction works and engineering estimates as per latest local market prices; attend bidders’ conference meetings and support in draft answers on technical questions raised by the bidders during the tendering.
\nSupport Supply section in organizing bidders’ conference and site visits; participate in the Mobilization meetings and site handover with contractors, take center in supervision and quality assurance all through to substantial evaluation and monitoring of the DLP to final handover of the projects.<\/p>\n
\nQuality assurance – indicators developed for all types of construction structures supported by UNICEF.
\nQuality assurance – monitoring all developed plans according to UNICEF.
\nSupport the developed of Joint construction Annual work plan.
\nEnsure quality and adhere to UN\/ Ethiopian standard where applicable for all planned \/ on-going constructions. e.g school classrooms, child friendly spaces in different regions of the country.
\nProvide written progress report on the implementation of construction under his \/ her control including quality assessment based on joint construction plan.
\nProvision of remedial actions for problems encountered- plans to mitigate future reoccurrences.
\nProvide actual progress against expenditures of each of the constructions projects his or her control for checks and balances grant status.
\nTake lead in providing Minutes of Bi-weekly review meetings and follow up on action points with Project Managers or supervisor<\/p>\n
\nA university degree in civil engineering, construction engineering or management, architecture, or other relevant area.
\nA minimum of two (2) years of relevant professional experience in Construction project monitoring, site supervision, quality assurance and\/or other construction directly related technical fields are required.
\nAbility to use Auto card and other related engineering software e.g. Revit.
\nUnderstanding of development and humanitarian work.
\nEmergencies experience is considered an asset.
\nFluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.<\/p>\n
\nDemonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness (1)
\nWorks Collaboratively with others (1)
\nBuilds and Maintains Partnerships (1)
\nInnovates and Embraces Change (1)
\nThinks and Acts Strategically (1)
\nDrive to achieve impactful results (1)
\nManages ambiguity and complexity (1)<\/p>\n