Construction Engineer, NO3, Fixed Term, Yangon, Myanmar, #108724 (Myanmar Nationals Only)

Advert for Construction Engineer, NO3 post for Myanmar national applicants.

UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.

Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.

And we never give up.

For every child, a good start and hope

The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does — in programs, in advocacy and in operations. The equity strategy, emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, translates this commitment to children’s rights into action. For UNICEF, equity means that all children have an opportunity to survive, develop and reach their full potential, without discrimination, bias or favoritism. To the degree that any child has an unequal chance in life — in its social, political, economic, civic and cultural dimensions — her or his rights are violated. There is growing evidence that investing in the health, education and protection of a society’s most disadvantaged citizens — addressing inequity — not only will give all children the opportunity to fulfill their potential but also will lead to sustained growth and stability of countries. This is why the focus on equity is so vital. It accelerates progress towards realizing the human rights of all children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF, as outlined by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, while also supporting the equitable development of nations.

How can you make a difference?

Under the general guidance and direct supervision of Immunization Manager, P4, the incumbent is expected to provide technical support in leading construction projects such as construction of EPI training center, building for storage of dry goods, cold rooms and expansion of central vaccine stores through Gavi supported Health System Strengthening Programme under the Health and Nutrition Section.

Located in the UNICEF Yangon Country Office and with frequent field travel expected, this position will report to Immunization Manager, P4, whilst working collaboratively with Health System Strengthening team, the Supply and Logistics Unit as well as other programmes in UNICEF in support of the Health and Nutrition Country Program Component.

Key functions and accountabilities of the position (detailed job description attached): -

• Lead construction activities in the review of building design and construction management as well as other infrastructure ensuring compliance of design drawings, specifications and work methodologies and oversee the preparation of bills of quantities, cost estimates and provide expertise the subsequent tendering and bidding processes of Health System Strengthening supported construction projects.
• Undertake field monitoring visits to UNICEF construction/expansion project sites, assess local conditions and resources, monitor UNICEF inputs and develop an implementation plan for quality assurance and control. Identify bottlenecks and propose remedial action. Communicate with National Immunization Programme, Health & Nutrition Field Offices, local counterpart authorities on improving project effectiveness as part of the monitoring process.
• Provide technical support to government partners. Undertake follow-up action on project implementation activities, contribute to teamwork building.
• Establish effective reporting systems among UNICEF and Partner staff. Compile and update reports on of best practices in construction and design as part of ongoing monitoring activities. Drafts relevant sections of reports (required for donors, management, Thematic reports and funding proposals)
• Responsible for the identification, appraisal and selection of technical partners who may assist UNICEF with Monitoring. Assist programme sections and Supply & Logistics to perform technical reviews of cold chain equipment and construction Requests or Proposals.
• Evaluate and analyze financial reports to ensure appropriateness of documentation, expenditures are within budget. Report to the Supervisor and/or Chief of Health & Nutrition on the outcome of reviews and any concerns about construction processes.

Detail job description can be accessed here;  JD Advert- Construction Engineer , NO3, FT, Health.doc

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

• Advanced University degree in one of the disciplines relevant to the following areas: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Building Construction or other field relevant to construction. A first university degree in a relevant field combined with 2 additional years of professional experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.
• Five years of progressively responsible professional work experience in the UN or other international development organization, national government or the private sector.
• Field work experience is an asset
• Fluency in English and Myanmar

For every Child, you demonstrate…

UNICEF’s core values of Commitment, Diversity and Integrity and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results.

The competencies required for this post are….

• Leading and Supervising (I)
• Formulating Strategies and Concepts (II)
• Analyzing (III)
• Deciding and Initiating Action (II)
• Applying Technical Expertise (II)

View our competency framework at

http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/UNICEF_Competencies.pdf

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.

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 also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.