Engineer (ENCORE Project)

Volunteering Crisis & Emergency Response Engineering

Overview

Strengthen resilient community infrastructure for climate adaptation and disaster preparedness.

You have:

• Bachelor Degree with Minimum 5 years of experience in Community infrastructure experience, designing, implementation, site supervision, quality assurance reporting or Master Degree with minimum 3 years experience community infrastructure experience, please add specific activities like designing, implementation (site supervision), quality assurance and reporting.
• Previous experience in Community Infrastructure is strongly preferred.

Contract

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The ENCORE Project (Enhaning Community Resilienc) project aims to strengthen the resili-ence of vulneratble communities to climate change and natural disasters through the promo-tion of inclusive, sustainable, and locally driven development solutions. Rooted in the princi-ples of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, the project supports national and local capacities in climate adaptation, disaster preparedness, and community empowerment.

The project contributes to the achievement of multiple Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), especially SDG 13 (Climate Action), SDG 11 (Sustainable Citiies and Communities), and SDG 1 (No Poverty). As part of its regional implementaytion, ENCORE also expores new modalities of volunteer engagement, including international and national UN Volunteers, to drive innovation, build capacity, and ensure a people centered approach to resilience-building.

Under the direct supervision of ENCORE Project Manager and in close collaboration with UNDP’s team of technical experts, the UN Volunteer will take the following key responsibilities: 1. Design and Ensure the Quality and Technical Soundness of Small Basic Social Infrastructure Projects • Needs Assessment and Resilient Design Assess infrastructure facility needs in consultation with the community, ensuring inclusive participation, especially of vulnerable groups. Design infrastructure using Build Back Better principles, incorporating climate and disaster resilience features. Integrate green infrastructure and nature-based solutions where feasible.

• Technical Documentation Provide complete and technically sound designs, cost estimates, BOQs, and specifications that meet international standards. Ensure all infrastructure is disaster-resilient, climate-adaptive, and aligned with local context and materials. • Implementation Modality and Community Engagement Advise on implementation modalities that incorporate Cash for Work (CfW) schemes to engage local labor, especially women and youth. Develop a community mobilization plan to ensure local ownership, participation, and sustainability of the infrastructure.

2. Ensure Quality of Civil Works and Technical Supervision • Monitoring and Supervision Plan Design a monitoring and supervision plan tailored to remote or hard-to-reach areas, including practical tools and community-based monitoring mechanisms. Provide recommendations for inclusive and safe worksite practices, ensuring community safety and post-construction site cleanliness. • Supervision and Reporting Supervise civil works with both technical and non-technical personnel, including community members engaged through CfW. Provide regular updates and recommendations to UNDP, including: Quality checks of civil works and materials, ensuring compliance with UNDP standards. Verification of gradient and drainage for roads, canals, and other infrastructure. Documentation of monitoring reports with dates, photos, and site-specific notes. Immediate reporting of issues requiring UNDP intervention. Facilitate communication among project teams and provide technical guidance.

• Community Participation and Capacity Building Ensure community members involved in CfW receive basic orientation on safety, quality, and environmental standards. Promote skills transfer and local capacity building through on-the-job training during implementation.

☒ Accountability ☒ Adaptability and Flexibility ☒ Client Orientation ☒ Commitment and Motivation ☒ Communication ☒ Creativity ☒ Integrity ☒ Knowledge Sharing ☒ Leadership ☒ Managing Performance ☒ Planning and Organizing ☒ Professionalism ☒ Respect for Diversity ☒ Self-Management ☒ Technological Awareness ☒ Working in Teams

Bachelor Degree with Minimum 5 years of experience in Community infrastructure experience, designing, implementation, site supervision, quality assurance reporting or Master Degree with minimum 3 years experience community infrastructure experience, please add specific activities like designing, implementation (site supervision), quality assurance and reporting. Previous experience in Community Infrastructure is strongly preferred

Myanmar have been significantly affected by ongoing political instability, economic challenges, and natural disasters. Many communities face limited access to basic services such as healthcare, education, and electricity—especially in rural and conflict-affected areas. The economic situation has worsened, leading to rising prices and job insecurity. Recent natural disasters, like the March 2025 earthquake, have further strained already vulnerable communities, damaging homes, infrastructure, and essential services.

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