Key Accountabilities (not all-inclusive)

Under the overall supervision of the Lead Engineer and reporting to the Senior Engineer(s), the Logistics Associate-Engineering is responsible for the following duties:

• Conducting assessments, preparing reports, developing scopes of work, designing, and preparing tender documentation for review by the Senior Engineer within the agreed timeline.
• Conducting site visits and inspections of projects under implementation and preparing reports accordingly.
• Supervising the construction works of infrastructure projects to ensure compliance with the design, required technical specifications, and methodology.
• Assisting the Senior Engineer in monitoring and documenting contractor performance, quality control, and other aspects of ongoing construction activities as directed.
• Participating in project meetings and producing the minutes of meetings.
• Coordinating progress meetings and preparing periodic project progress reports.
• Monitoring the progress and quality of implemented works through field visits.
• Controlling the quality of works, safety, and environmental aspects, and ensuring compliance with contract terms.
• Supporting in the documentation of the implementation process of the projects.
• Assisting the Senior Engineer in verifying payment requests submitted by contractors for completed works.
• Providing regular updates and written reports.
• Performing any other tasks as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Eligibility Criteria

Education:

Completion of secondary school education. A post-secondary certificate in the related functional area. Diploma in Civil Engineering or related field desirable.

Language:

General Service (Field): Fluency in both oral and written communication in the UN language in use at the duty station and in the duty station’s language, if different.

Knowledge & Skills:

• The ideal candidate must demonstrate strong analytical and technical skills in planning, conducting needs assessments, designing, and preparing tender documentation for engineering projects. Additionally, experience in supervising projects and preparing various reports related to infrastructure projects is crucial.
• Familiarity with engineering software and tools specific to the industry or field of specialization (preferable Autocad).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in WASH projects preferred.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.