Position Title : Programme Engineer
Duty Station : Pohnpei, Micronesia, Federated States of
Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P2
Type of Appointment : Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : 14 April 2020
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Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process.
For the purpose of this vacancy, the following are considered first-tier candidates:
Internal candidates
Candidates from the following non-represented member states: Antigua and Barbuda; Cabo Verde; Comoros; Cook Islands; Cuba; Djibouti; Fiji; Gabon; Grenada; Guinea-Bissau; Guyana; Holy See; Iceland; Kingdom of Eswatini; Kiribati; Lao People's Democratic Republic (the); Latvia; Libya; Marshall Islands; Montenegro; Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Papua New Guinea; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Saint Lucia; Saint Vincent and the Grenadines; Samoa; Sao Tome and Principe; Seychelles; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas; Timor-Leste; Tonga; Tuvalu; Vanuatu
Second tier candidates include:
All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states.
Context:
Between February 22-25, 2019, Typhoon Wutip crossed directly over Chuuk State and increased in strength as it continued across Yap State in the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM). Most of the affected area is in the outer islands of Chuuk and Yap.
As United States Agency for International Development (USAID’s) implementing partner, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) will support the local governments with relief & reconstruction of public facilities and housing reconstruction.
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Party (CoP) and the direct supervision of the Reconstruction Programme Manager (RPM) in Pohnpei, Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) and in coordination with Head of Engineering Unit (HoEU), the successful candidate will be responsible and accountable for supporting implementation of construction projects in Chuuk/Yap for both public infrastructure and private housing.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
Contribute to develop and provide technical documentation (Detailed Engineering Document (DED), Bill of Quantity (BoQ), specifications, etc.) for construction projects by coordinating with the HoEU and FEs towards to assure compliance to technical requirements of IOM, USAID and Government authorities.
Provide technical support and recommendation to the RPM for approval of technical documentation by reviewing and eventual editing of prepared drawings (using AutoCAD), specifications, scope of work, work schedule, bill of quantities, cost estimates and any other required technical documents.
Monitor contractor’s compliance with the technical requirements of the contract to facilitate project plan accuracy and quality by reviewing deliverables and recommending appropriate corrective actions, when necessary.
Coordinate and assist in the quality control of the project plan in order to achieve expected results by reviewing reports and material specifications and communicating effectively any issue with the Reconstruction Programme Manager.
Provide technical support to the procurement unit, by preparing Bill of Quantity (BoQs) and other construction-related procurement documents, performing bid analysis and technical evaluation of the bids towards to assure transparent and fair tendering process.
Provide assistance to the RPM and CoP to write quarterly and monthly reports of project status by collecting, analysing and summarizing information and reporting on various aspects of the project including financial, technical and schedule compliance.
Comply with IOM’s policies and procedures including prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA) and promotion of a respectful work environment in order to contribute to a healthy workplace.
Participate as a member of duty travel teams relating to project implementation, as required.
Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education
• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or
• University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.
• Certification as a licensed professional Engineer.
Experience
• Experience in the field of construction engineering and contract management;
• Experience in design, planning and implementation of civil design projects;
• Experience working with a non-governmental organization and/or international organization an advantage.
Skills
• Excellent knowledge of design and visualizations software such as AutoCAD;
• Knowledge of applicable codes, policies, standards and best practices related to project.
Languages
IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.
For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of any local (Pohnpeian) language, French and/or Spanish is an advantage.
1 Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database
(https://whed.net/home.php).
Required Competencies:
Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:
• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• Integrity and transparency: maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2
• Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.
• Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.
Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2
• Leadership: provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the organization’s vision; assists others to realize and develop their potential.
• Empowering others & building trust: creates an atmosphere of trust and an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
• Strategic thinking and vision: works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and
communicates a clear strategic direction.
IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.pdf
Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.
Other:
Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates endorsed by the Appointments and Postings Board will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.
The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are nationals of the duty station’s country cannot be considered eligible.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.
This vacancy is archived.