Job Description

Project Context and Scope

By being at the intersection of three continents and bordering the Black Sea, the Aegean Sea and the Mediterranean Sea, with over 8,400 kilometers of coastline and 105 sea border crossing points (BCPs),  Türkiye remains a significant country and key operational partner for various neighbouring countries in the region due to the cross-border movements and migration flows in its maritime borders. The Turkish Coast Guard Command (TURCG) is assigned as the main authority to maintain, protect and monitor maritime security, maritime safety and public order as well as to prevent the commission of offences in Türkiye’s coastlines including all maritime areas.  While carrying out its mandate and functions, the TURCG is to conduct search and rescue operations and patrolling of maritime safety and security in Turkish maritime jurisdiction area and search and rescue region.  To perform and operate its duties effectively and properly, the TURCG requires advanced operational resources, including a sophisticated fleet and qualified personnel. As the TURCG operates in a wide variety of situations and weather conditions, readiness and capacity to deploy operations in the sea are crucial to cope with the challenges posed by irregular migration, starting with rescuing people from the sea and monitoring the hotspots where irregular crossing takes place within its area of jurisdiction.

The objective of the Improving the Turkish Coast Guard’s Operational Capacity through the Supply of Search and Rescue Boats Project is to strengthen the TURCG`s technical and operational capacity and mechanisms to manage the country’s sea borders with modern search and rescue equipment. Under this project TURCG will be provided with SAR vessels.


Within this context IOM Turkiye IBG Programme seeking competent national experts for Provision of Technical Analysis and Monitoring the Construction of the Vessels.

Responsibilities

Tasks to be performed under this contract

Provision of Technical Analysis

  1. Observe the whole build process of the vessels from concept to delivery of the final product
  2. Ensure that the construction of the vessels is completed effectively, safely, economically and in line with specifications agreed upon between TURCG, supplier and IOM.
  3. Provide risk analysis of vessels using the regulations of classification societies and intergovernmental organizations such as the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to assess aspects of design such as strength, stability and lifesaving.
  4. Follow up on execution of document approval and trials as mentioned in the shipbuilding contract.

Monitoring the Construction of the Vessels

  1. Conduct weekly and regular visits to the shipyard to monitor the construction of the vessels and provide IOM with feedback on the process.
  2. Submit weekly and monthly report on the ongoing construction process of the vessels including project process and planning, project quality and other project specific information.
  3. Alert IOM on any technical bottleneck during the construction process and provide technical solutions.
  4. Notify the supplier on contract discrepancies and remarks on progress, quality and specifications.
  5. Ensure the smooth delivery of the vessels upon completion.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experiences:

  • Bachelor or Master’s degree in mechanical engineering or technology by a professional engineering institution. Degree in naval architecture is an advantage.

  • Minimum of 7 or more years of progressively responsible professional experience in naval architecture or maritime engineering or related areas;

  • Proven experience in technical supervision including good understanding of vessel construction business.

  • Well-developed skills and demonstrated experience in dealing with EU projects and several stakeholders.

  • Fluency in English and Turkish.

Required Competencies
IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.
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.
  • 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.
  • Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
  • Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.
Core Competencies – behavioural indicators
  • 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 actions and delegated work.
  • Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.
Notes
  1. Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
  2. Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
  3. IOM covers Consultants against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the consultancy. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. Consultants are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work.
  4. IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.
  5. IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.
  6. IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies

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Job info

Contract Type: Consultancy (Up to 11 months)
Org Type: Country Office
Vacancy Type: Consultancy
Recruiting Type: Consultant
Grade: UG
Is this S/VN based in an L3 office or in support to an L3 emergency response?: No
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