STRUCTURAL ENGINEER - FRENCH SPEAKING RETAINER

The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners' peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world.
UNOPS supports partners to build a better future by providing services that increase the efficiency, effectiveness and sustainability of peace building, humanitarian and development projects.
Mandated as a central resource of the United Nations, UNOPS provides sustainable project management, procurement and infrastructure services to a wide range of governments, donors and United Nations organizations.
Background Information – Kenya Multi Country Office (KEMC) Located in Nairobi, Kenya, the Kenya Multi Country Office manages a growing portfolio of engagements.
The KEMC sub-region currently consists of an established Operation Centre in Nairobi/Kenya which manages a portfolio of engagements in multiple countries in East and South Africa.
This includes transactional projects in partnership with the Nairobi based UN Agencies, UN-Habitat and UNEP, and multiple ‘operational’ projects in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Somalia, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Mozambique and Malawi.
Background Information - Job-specific The Technical Services Unit (TSU) engages in multidisciplinary design and design review, assessments and advisory work for infrastructure related UNOPS projects.
The team currently comprises 18 permanent and 60+ retainer (consultant) personnel including architects, civil engineers, structural engineers, mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, quantity surveyors, GIS and specialist infrastructure practitioners (for dams, ICT, safeguards, biomedical works inter alia) and CAD technicians in addition to support personnel.
Current / recent projects are based in Kenya, Somalia, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, Sierra Leone, Morocco, Zimbabwe, Malawi, Zambia, Mozambique and Madagascar.
These projects comprise a range of types of horizontal and vertical infrastructure.
The Unit is based in Nairobi, but works extensively in other locations, via travel and by using the network of retainer (consultant) personnel based elsewhere in Africa and beyond.
The team has been increasingly tasked with peer reviewing the designs for infrastructure for implementation by UNOPS.
The TSU is a business unit for the Multi-Country office and comes under the direction of the Director for East and Southern Africa office (KEMC).
Functional Responsibilities The Structural peer review engineer.
French speaking retainer will work as part...
The Structural peer review engineer.
French speaking retainer will work as part of the Technical Services Unit peer review stream reviewing infrastructure design packages prepared in French.
S/he will conduct reviews, act as the focal point occasionally for multidisciplinary reviews in conjunction with a network of specialist consultant (retainer) personnel.
S/he will be familiar with UNOPS’s infrastructure review processes, codes typically used in Africa and an excellent communicator in French.
Specific tasks are outlined below.
a.
Technical and Quality Assurance Apply knowledge of relevant codes and good practice in analyzing packages of information to produce high quality reviews of proposed civil and structural works (drawings, calculations, specifications, bills of quantity) Clearly communicate review findings in writing, and verbally when required Conduct reviews with due regard for current innovations, carbon impact, and pragmatic applications of maintenance in developing country setting, particularly rural or unsophisticated environments Liaising with other disciplines to harmonize overall reviews Review in a robust, and proportionate manner, exercising professional judgment to prioritize matters of life safety and functionality Any other duties assigned by the TSU peer review stream lead or the TSU manager.
b.
Collaboration and Knowledge Sharing Coordination of reviewers in the instance where s/he is appointed as the focal point for a review by the supervisor Identify specialist expertise that may be required Collaborate with other disciplines to ensure coherent reports Regular liaison with civil/structural engineers on topical matters, including in HQ and other review centres.
Competencies Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and enc...
Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same.
Upholds organizational and ethical norms.
Maintains high standards of trustworthiness.
Role model for diversity and inclusion.
Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first.
Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).
Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal.
Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas.
Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them.
Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.
Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment.
Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements.
Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior.
Performance is consistent, even under pressure.
Always pursues continuous improvements.
Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions.
Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks.
Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.
Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner.
Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others.
Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge.
Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.
Education/Experience/Language requirements Education Bachelor Degree in Civil & Structural Engineering from a...
Education Bachelor Degree in Civil & Structural Engineering from an accredited university; Advanced Degree in Structural Engineering from an accredited university is an asset.
Professional Registration Full member status registration with a recognized professional built environment body is required.
Experience Minimum of 4 years’ experience in designing, preparing drawings, specifications and calculations for civil and structural works is required.
Minimum of 4 years’ experience in Infrastructure engineering design is required.
Minimum one year experience in peer reviewing proposed civil and structural works in a developing context is desirable.
Proficiency in the use of google suite is required.
Language Requirements Full working knowledge of English and French is required.
Knowledge of another official UNOPS language is an asset.
Contract type, level and duration Contract type.
Individual Contractor Agreement (ICA) Retainer - A retainer...
Contract type.
Individual Contractor Agreement (ICA) Retainer - A retainer contract is issued for a period of time during which the services of the individual contractor are required intermittently.
The individual contractor agreement on retainer basis will specify a “unit price” per day worked.
For budgetary purposes, a monetary cap will be determined when the contract is awarded and issued.
Please note that the retainer contract will not provide for a minimum, and payment will be made only after completion of work.
Contract level.
Local Individual Contractor Agreement (LICA 9) / ICSC-9 Contract duration.
One (1) year subject to satisfactory performance, availability of funds and necessity of services.
The successful candidate will be awarded a Local ICA contract based on their nationality.
For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link.
https://www.
nops.
rg/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.
spx   Additional Information Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.
Applic...
Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.
Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.
UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity.
Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures,  languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities.
UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce.
Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply.
These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.
We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process.
If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.
Terms and Conditions  For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post.
For retainer contracts, you must complete a few Mandatory Courses (they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS.
For more information on a retainer contract here.
All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks.
In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.
It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel.
Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.