Civil Engineer

Khujand

Organization: UNDP - United Nations Development Programme
Location: Khujand
Grade: Consultancy - SB-3 (SC6/SC7), Service Contract, Local Contractors Agreement
Occupational Groups:
- Engineering
- Poverty Reduction
Closing Date: Closed

Background

Communities Program (CP) is a multi-year initiative, which is built on previous activities initiated by UNDP in 1996. The program supports the implementation of development strategies in Tajikistan and the UN Assistance Framework to implement economic initiatives, address the issues of access to water and local governance at the community level. CP has regional offices in Sughd and Khatlon regions and Rasht valley.

The Programme’s Strategy is to support the Government of Tajikistan to promote wider participation of communities in the process of local development planning, as well as in the management and implementation of local development projects.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Civil Engineer will be based in Khujand Area Office and responsible for overall activities related to implementation of infrastructure projects and future UNDP initiatives.

The incumbent in this job is under supervision of Khujand AO Manager.

The Civil Engineer will carry out the following duties and responsibilities:

Observe, inspect and monitor implementation of economic and social infrastructure related works, to ensure that it is progressing according to the contract and specifications.
Design the framework of buildings, bridges, water treatment structures, and other structures to ensure strength and rigidity;
Facilitate preparation of sketch drawings, production drawings and detailed drawings. These can be undertaken by hand or by using computer-aided design (CAD) equipment, and combine structural, mechanical and artistic elements, including plumbing and heating units and electrical outlets;
Prepare appropriate monitoring plans to ensure timing and quality of implementation;
Train and ensure that contractors prepare work plans for the implementation of the contract;
Advise contractors the delivery of materials, plant and equipment needed for the construction project and supervise labor;
Establish detailed programs for the coordination of site activities;
Calculate quantities of material required for constructing projects;
Supervise the work of subcontractors to ensure construction works are of an acceptable standard and are proceeding according to schedule;
Produce detailed designs and documentation for the construction and implementation of civil engineering projects;
Help to estimate costs, prepare specifications for materials, and carry out surveying and drafting and prepare BOQ;
Inspect that finished works are within specifications and in line with the regulations of civil; engineering works and organize and supervise maintenance and repair work;
Ensure and maintain proper paper and electronic filing systems, including market prices of building materials;
Participate in final evaluation of projects;
Carry out other duties as required by management

Competencies

*Core*
Innovation Ability to make new and useful ideas work	Level 2: Execute & Learn (Perform defined tasks)
Leadership Ability to persuade others to follow	Level 3: Apply & Adapt (Recognized contributor with demonstrated ability)
People Management Ability to improve performance and satisfaction	Level 2: Execute & Learn (Perform defined tasks)
Communication Ability to listen, adapt, persuade and transform	Level 2: Execute & Learn (Perform defined tasks)
Delivery Ability to get things done	Level 3: Apply & Adapt (Recognized contributor with demonstrated ability)
*Technical/Functional*
Advocacy/Advancing A Policy-Oriented Agenda Support the preparation of information for advocacy Identifies relevant information for advocacy for a variety of audiences	Level 2: Execute & Learn (Perform defined tasks)
Results-Based Programme Development and Management - Contributing to results through provision of information Provides information and documentation on specific stages of projects/programme implementation Provides background information to identify opportunities for project development and helps drafting proposals	Level 3: Apply & Adapt (Recognized contributor with demonstrated ability)
Building Strategic Partnerships Maintaining information and databases Analyzes general information and selects materials in support of partnership building initiatives Maintains databases of donor information Tracks and reports on mobilized resources	Level 3: Apply & Adapt (Recognized contributor with demonstrated ability)
Innovation and Marketing New Approaches Implementing processes and uses products Documents and tracks innovative strategies/best practices/new approaches Responds positively to new approaches	Level 3: Apply & Adapt (Recognized contributor with demonstrated ability)
Resource Mobilization. Providing information for resource mobilization strategies Maintains information/databases on potential and actual donors Maintains database of project files Provides data and information needed for preparation of project documents	Level 2: Execute & Learn (Perform defined tasks)
Knowledge of processes, methods and procedures Understands the main processes and methods of work regarding to the position Possesses basic knowledge of organizational policies and procedures relating to the position and applies them consistently in work tasks Strives to keep job knowledge up-to-date through self-directed study and other means of learning Demonstrates good knowledge of information technology and applies it in work assignments Demonstrates in-depth understanding and knowledge of the current guidelines and project management tools, and utilizes these regularly in work assignments	Level 2: Execute & Learn (Perform defined tasks)
Secondary
Promoting Organizational Learning and Knowledge Sharing Research and analysis Researches best practices and poses new, more effective ways of doing things	Level 2: Execute & Learn (Perform defined tasks)
Client Orientation Maintains effective client relationships Reports to internal and external clients in a timely and appropriate fashion Organizes and prioritizes work schedule to meet client needs and deadlines Responds to client needs promptly	Level 3: Apply & Adapt (Recognized contributor with demonstrated ability)

Required Skills and Experience

Education:	University degree in civil engineering or related subjects
Experience:	At least five years of previous experience in working for national and/or international organizations in implementation of civil works; Computer skills, including familiarity with text and spreadsheet; programmes as well as AutoCAD and ArchiCAD, CorelDraw programmes;
Language Requirements:	Excellent Russian and Tajik. Basic knowledge of English is an asset
Other:	High sense of responsibility, willingness to take initiative, practicality and creativity, excellent communication skills and team spirit are important assets; Good general knowledge about Tajikistan; Affinity with the mandate and role of the United Nations