Electromechanical Supervisor

Contract

This is a UNV International Specialist contract. This kind of contract is known as International UN Volunteer. It is normally internationally recruited only. More about UNV International Specialist contracts.

UNMISS was established in 2011 under the auspices of the UN Department of Peacekeeping Operations (DPKO); subsequently, UNMISS mandate has been renewed through resolutions 2057 (2012), 2109 (2013), 2155 (2014), 2187 (2014), 2223 (2015), 2241 (Dec. 2015), 2304 (2016) and 2327 (2016), 2392 (Dec. 2017), 2406 (Mar. 2018), 2459 (Mar. 2019), 2514 (Mar. 2020), 2567 (Mar. 2021), 2625 (Mar. 2022).

Under the direct supervision of Electrical Technician, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks: • Exercising overall supervision of electrical and electromechanical activities in Engineering Operations, with special attention given to generator related tasks. • Applying commonly used engineering practices and precedents in completing portions of larger projects related to the installation or repair of generators, synchronizing panels, solar farms and other related structures and facilities in the field mission. • Participate in making and developing technical data regarding materials, quantities and costs to be incorporated into formal specifications for generator sets and electrical system requirements. • Planning and implementing establishment of a mission wide power monitoring and re-porting system • Participate in developing scope of work (SOW) for all electrical, and mechanical pro-jects and undertake technical and contractor performance evaluation. • Participate in developing the annual budget for the section • Perform any other duties assigned by Chief of Engineering Operations. • Checking correct requirement of electrical loads for proper sizing of generators; assist in analyzing and correcting distortions on loads and balancing the loading on all three phases of three-phase generators. • Recording and reporting periodically the POL (Petrol Oil and Lubricant) consumption against the generated power in KWH to ensure compliance with UN standard. • Performing surveys and preparing technical reports, drawings and material quantities; • Ensuring the generators are synchronized to minimize the fuel consumption per power plant; • Ensuring all power houses are complying with UNMISS waste management and environmental policy. • Work implies frequent interaction with the following: Chief/Supervisors of other Units, staff of the section, Local and international contractors including the contractor’s technical personnel, Civilian and Military UN personnel throughout the Mission.

Furthermore, UN Volunteers are required to: • Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of volunteerism by reading relevant UNV and external publications and take active part in UNV activities (for in-stance in events that mark International Volunteer Day); • Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country; • Reflect on the type and quality of voluntary action that they are undertaking, including participation in ongoing reflection activities; • Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit them for UNV publications/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc.; • Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly-arrived UN Volunteers; • Promote capacity development activities and transfer of skills to national personnel during the assignment; • Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteering, or encourage relevant local individuals and organizations to use the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible. • Can perform the UN protocol on environmental health and safety in the workplace and inside camp.

• Integrity and professionalism • Accountability • Commitment to continuous learning • Planning and organizing • Teamwork and respect for diversity • Communication • Flexibility, adaptability, and ability and willingness to operate independently • Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement, which includes solidarity, compassion, reciprocity and self-reliance; and commitment towards the UN core values.

the field of mechanical engineering including a minimum of four years of supervisory responsibility is required.

The minimum years of relevant experience shall be reduced to five years if candidates possess MSc degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering.

Three years’ experience with high capacity generators (500 KVA or more) and synchronizing systems is required.

Experience in international operations in a complex, volatile, conflict or post-conflict environment is desirable.

Solid computer skills, including full proficiency in various MS Office application (excel, word, power point) and other IT applications and office technology equipment.

Experience on ERP software like Umoja is an added advantage.

Have affinity with or interest in humanitarian relief, post-conflict situations, volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN System; Sound security awareness.

Have a valid driver’s license and proven ability to drive manual gear 4x4 Heavy and light duty vehicles.

Living conditions vary between UNMISS duty stations. Each duty station where UNMISS has a field presence has basic residential camp facilities, which includes running water and electricity. Candidates should be aware that accommodation may be austere with the possibility of water shortages and power blackouts. On arrival in Juba accommodation will be on a share basis. Ablutions will also be shared. As the accommodation situation improves single unit accommodation, with an attached ablution, should become available in all locations. Hard wall accommodation is available in Juba.

All UNMISS duty stations apart from Entebbe, Uganda are considered non - family duty stations. The security level of UNMISS duty stations is classified by the UN Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) who will brief on arrival. A number of locations in South Sudan are prone to conflict.

Primary health care services (preventive and curative) are provided in 11 United Nations Owned Equipment (UNOE) Level-I clinics, 21 Contingent Owned Equipment (COE) Level-I clinics, 4 COE Level-II medical facilities within the mission area and the establishment of contractual agreements for Level-III and Level-IIII care outside the mission area. The 4 Level-II facilities available in Juba, Bor, Malakal and Wau, run by the Troop Contributing Countries (TCC), take referrals from the Level-I clinics and provide hospital-based care.

The climate is tropical with a rainy season in many areas, which should normally span from around April to October. Ability to live and work in difficult and harsh conditions is essential.