Engineering Support Officer (CRP)

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.

IOM is a United Nations Migration Agency that works to help ensure the orderly and humane management of migration, to promote international cooperation on migration issues, to assist in the search for practical solutions to migration problems and to provide humanitarian assistance to migrants in need and internally displaced people. IOM activities that cut across these areas include the promotion of international migration law, policy debate and guidance, protection of migrants' rights, migration health and the gender dimension of migration. IOM acts with its partners to: Assist in meeting the growing operational challenges of migration management; Advance understanding of migration issues; Encourage social and economic development through migration; Uphold the human dignity and well-being of migrants.

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) country office, through its thematic areas such as Emergency Operations and Disaster Risk Reduction, Migration and Health, Migration & Development and Labour Migration and Mixed Migration, Counter-Trafficking and Border Management delivers and promotes comprehensive migration focused programmes which are beneficial, accessible, and equitable for migrants and mobile populations. The IOM Mozambique programmes, in close collaboration with partners, contributes towards the physical and social-economic well-being of migrants, enabling them and host communities to achieve social and economic development.

Migrants and mobile populations in Mozambique face many obstacles in accessing essential services due to irregular immigration status and inaccessibility of services.

The International UN University Volunteer will support communication and visibility team with communication and advocacy-related activities planning and reporting at the department level.

Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of Infrastructure Officer or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UN Volunteer Engineering Support Officer will:

• Support the Infrastructure Officer in leading the process of the technical engineering assessment, and gathering the information needed to be used for project implementation purposes, in line with CRP requirement. • Support and where needed take the lead on developing tools, SOPs and guidelines for different infrastructure projects in coordination with the Infrastructure Officer and other Engineering unit team. • Work closely with RMU (Resource Management Unit) to track the process of contracting the vendors and following up with the payment process and supporting the inspection of achievements. • Support in initiating the technical documents for the infrastructure activities including the Bill of quantities, Drawings, Work Schedule and any needed documents. • Assist in the monitoring process of all infrastructure activities in the field and support the engineering team within CRP for better methodology of monitoring and inspections. • Support in Reporting (both internal and external reports) in weekly and bi-weekly basis to the project managers and share the related information in timely manner. • Assist the Infrastructure Officer in cross cutting activities with different project officer to ensure all activities are in line with the purpose intended to be done for. • Support in Applying the environmental risks and Mitigation for all construction activities, based on IOM and Donors requirements. • Support and enhance protection mainstreaming in all Infrastructure related activities throughout the project-cycle. This includes – but not limited to – safety and dignity of beneficiaries, understanding their diverse needs, enabling meaningful access to IOM’s services, adequate accountability to affected populations and participation and consultation. • Perform such other duties as may be required or assigned

Furthermore, UN Volunteers are encouraged to integrate the UN Volunteers programme mandate within their assignment and promote voluntary action through engagement with communities in the course of their work. As such, UN Volunteers should dedicate a part of their working time to some of the following suggested activities:

• 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 instance in events that mark International Volunteer Day); • Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country; • Provide annual and end of assignment self- reports on UN Volunteer actions, results and opportunities.
• 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 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.

• Professionalism: demonstrated understanding of operations relevant to IOM; technical capabilities or knowledge relevant or transferrable to IOM procedures and rules; discretion, political sensitivity, diplomacy and tact to deal with clients; ability to apply good judgement; ability to liaise and coordinate with a range of different actors, especially in senior positions; where appropriate, high degree of autonomy, personal initiative and ability to take ownership; resourcefulness and willingness to accept wide responsibilities and ability to work independently under established procedures; ability to manage information objectively, accurately and confidentially; responsive and client-oriented; • Integrity: demonstrate the values and ethical standards of the UN and IOM in daily activities and behaviours while acting without consideration of personal gains; resist undue political pressure in decision-making; stand by decisions that are in the organization’s interest even if they are unpopular; take prompt action in cases of unprofessional or unethical behaviour; does not abuse power or authority; • Teamwork and respect for diversity: ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; excellent interpersonal skills; ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and harmonious working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic, mixed-gender environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity; sensitivity and adaptability to culture, gender, religion, nationality and age; commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of UN operations; ability to achieve common goals and provide guidance or training to colleagues; • Commitment to continuous learning: initiative and willingness to learn new skills and stay abreast of new developments in area of expertise; ability to adapt to changes in work environment. • Planning and organizing: effective organizational and problem-solving skills and ability to manage a large volume of work in an efficient and timely manner; ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor (own) work; ability to work under pressure, with conflicting deadlines, and to handle multiple concurrent projects/activities; • Communication: proven interpersonal skills; good spoken and written communication skills, including ability to prepare clear and concise reports; ability to conduct presentations, articulate options and positions concisely; ability to make and defend recommendations; ability to communicate and empathize with staff (including national staff), military personnel, volunteers, counterparts and local interlocutors coming from very diverse backgrounds; capacity to transfer information and knowledge to a wide range of different target groups; • Flexibility: adaptability and ability to live and work in potentially hazardous and remote conditions, involving physical hardship and little comfort; to operate independently in austere environments for protracted periods; willingness to travel within the area of operations and to transfer to other duty stations within the area of operations as necessary; • Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement, which includes solidarity, compassion, reciprocity and self-reliance; and commitment towards IOM’s mission and vision, as well as to the UN Core Values.

The national and/or international level in context of revitalization and sustainability, or other relevant programmes; experience with Engineering is an asset, as is experience working in the UN or other international development organization.

Cabo Delgado Province The palm-lined beach of Praia do Wimbe is noted for its white sand and clear blue waters. On holiday in Mozambique visitors can walk along Wimbe beach to reach the lighthouse and nearby Praia do Farol beach. Mecufi and Mocímboa da Praia beaches are also recommended. Ibo Island and the Quirimbas Archipelago may be reached by boat from Pemba.

Currency : The metical is the currency of Mozambique, abbreviated with the symbol MZN or MT. It is nominally divided into 100 centavos. The name metical comes from Arabic مثقال , a unit of weight and an alternative name for the gold dinar coin that was used throughout much of Africa until the 19th century. • Symbol: MT • Central bank: Bank of Mozambique • Subunit: Centavo • Banknotes: 50 meticais, 500 meticais, 1000 meticais, 200 meticais, 100 meticais, 20 meticais • Coins: 50 Centavos, 5 meticais, 10 meticais, 1 meticai, 2 meticais • ISO code: MZN.

Culture and Customs: (Source : https://www.mozambique.co.za/About_Mozambique-travel/mozambique-people-faq.html )

End with encouraging but cautioning statement such as “Mozambique is a unique country and Peacebuilding and community resilience program is a unique (humanitarian) operation. It provides for an interesting and enriching environment, but also requires a mature level of cultural awareness, as well as more stamina and commitment than elsewhere to make life comfortable and affordable. Therefore, flexibility and the ability and willingness to live and work in harsh and potentially hazardous conditions, involving physical hardship and little comfort, are essential.