HSSE Senior Analyst

Entry Mid Leadership Medical & Health Environment

Overview

Provide coordination and analysis for HSSE functions at UNOPS.

You have:

• Advanced/Master's degree in Health and Safety Management, Environmental Management, Social Development, Civil Engineering or a related field required.
• First-level university degree and 2 years of additional qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in health and safety, environmental management, or related fields with a Master’s degree.
• Demonstrated experience in providing technical support to HSSE functions is an advantage.
• Experience in programme coordination is desired.
• Full working knowledge of English is required.
• Knowledge of another official UN language is an asset.
• Working knowledge of Spanish or French is considered an asset.

Contract

This is a IICA-1 contract. This kind of contract is known as International Individual Contractor Agreements. It is normally internationally recruited only. It's an external contract. It usually requires 2 years of experience, depending on education. More about IICA-1 contracts.

Background Information - Job-specific

UNOPS mission is to help people build better lives and countries achieve sustainable development.

UNOPS provides its partners with advisory, implementation and transactional services, with projects ranging from building schools and hospitals, to procuring goods and services and training local personnel. UNOPS works closely with governments and communities to ensure increased economic, social and environmental sustainability for the projects we support, with a focus on developing national capacity.

UNOPS vision is a world where people can live full lives supported by appropriate, sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and by the efficient and transparent use of public resources in procurement and project management.

With over 8,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, UNOPS offers its partners the logistical, technical and management knowledge they need, where they need it. By implementing around 1,000 projects for our partners at any given time, UNOPS makes significant contributions to results on the ground, often in the most challenging environments.

Background information – HSSE Unit in SSC

UNOPS strategic focus places increased emphasis on national capacity development and sustainable approaches to project services and operations. A key objective is to be recognized as an organization that delivers world-class projects that are both economically, environmentally and socially sustainable, even in the most challenging environments. To achieve this goal, UNOPS established the Health, Safety, Social and Environmental (HSSE) management unit. UNOPS commitment towards safeguarding HSSE management across all UNOPS projects and facilities is outlined in the Po​licy on HSSE management.

Functional Responsibilities

The Senior HSSE Analyst reports to the Head of Unit - HSSE who provides broad supervision and guidance. The role is responsible for providing coordination and analysis, to support UNOPS HSSE functions by working closely with practitioners, service providers, HSSE coordinators and other stakeholders.

Summary of functions:

I. Systems and Programme coordination - Ensures that HS and SE systems are adequately integrated and coordinated to avoid duplication and inefficient uses of resources, - With the support of the HSSE Specialists, ensure that HSSE systems are available, known and used effectively by users, - Under the guidance of the Head of Unit, facilitates the coordination of HSSE practitioners across UNOPS operations. The practitioners include Analysts, Associates and Coordinators. The purpose of the coordination is to ensure that activities and technical advice effectively contribute to the success of the HSSE programme, - Supports the carrying out of HSSE verification activities such as inspections and reviews (both virtual and face-to-face).

II. HSSE data collection and analysis - Develop and implement appropriate systems and arrangements to collect, analyse, and report on HSSE data. The data includes (but is not limited to): 1) HSSE monthly reporting, 2) HSSE Quarterly Management Review results and analysis, 3) UNOPS Environmental inventory, 4) HSSE incidents (maintaining reporting database, sharing lessons learned) 5) HSSE unit contributions to the UNOPS Global Reporting Initiative report, 6) trend- analysis for HSSE reviews of country offices - Support the development and maintenance of a digital HSSE management system - Implement data quality assurance activities and resolving data issues, - Support the development and maintenance of dashboards for HSSE based on needs expressed by practitioners/users.

III. Corporate advisory support - Support senior management decision making by providing quality analysis of UNOPS data - Provide clarification upon request from internal clients on HSSE data and trend analysis. - Support the Head of Unit in managing HSSE procurement activities, managing procurement contracts and facilitating the tracking and use of HSSE resources including the use of experts on retainer contracts, - Supporting the tracking of expenditure and HSSE audit actions.

IV. Technical support - Support the review of risk assessments, aspect-impact assessments, inspections and other HSSE documents and offer basic advice regarding the quality of the document and the effectiveness of controls, - Participate in system reviews and inspections, as a technical contributor, for the purposes of identifying gaps and offering insights on how the gaps may be addressed. Complex or specialised technical input shall be referred to the HSSE Specialists and advisors. - Support initiatives to reduce the environmental footprint of UNOPS by collecting, analysing and making information available for target setting and monitoring the progress of reduction efforts. - Support the annual carbon offsets project of procuring Certified Emission Reductions to achieve organizational Climate Neutrality - Providing technical support to field teams on the use of HSSE tools, guidance and processes. - Supporting the organization’s shift to higher health & safety maturity via the Health & Safety Improvement Plan (eg. coordinating HS Working Group activities; development of a mandatory online HSSE training; creation of an HSSE Network; developing train-the-trainer sessions) - Managing HSSE audit trails for audits performed on the HSSE team.

V. Knowledge management and capacity development - Support the constant updating and improvement of HSSE information and knowledge resources including the maintenance of the HSSE intranet resources, - Constantly monitor and evaluate procedures, methods, tools and associated systems to ensure their utility, applicability and efficacy, - Contribute to the development of an HSSE case studies library and facilitate knowledge management in HSSE within the organization, - Support the delivery of online and face-to-face HSSE training and awareness events including making arrangements for the events to happen and preparing training and awareness materials.

Impact of Results: The effective collection, analysis, application of HSSE information and coordination of HSSE activities resulting in a significant improvement in UNOPS HSSE performance

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education: - An advanced / Master's degree preferably in Health and Safety Management, Environmental Management, Social Development, Civil Engineering or other related field is required. - A first-level university degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent) in combination with 2 additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. - An international professional qualification in occupational health and safety is an asset.

Experience: - A minimum of 3 years of experience (with a Master’s degree) in a role that supported health and safety, environmental management or social development or civil engineering is required. - Demonstrated experience in providing technical support to HSSE functions will be an advantage. - Experience in programme coordination is desired. - Hands-on HSSE field experience or experience in a production environment is an asset

Language: - Full working knowledge of English is required - Knowledge of another official UN language is an asset - Working knowledge of Spanish or French are considered as asset

Competencies

Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.

Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles. Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role). Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries. Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements. Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving. Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

Contract type, level and duration

Contract type: ICA

Contract level: IICA-1 (ICS-9) Contract duration: Ongoing

For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link: https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx

Additional Information

• Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.
• UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce.
• Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply. These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.
• We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process. If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.

Terms and Conditions:

• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post.
• For retainer contracts, you must complete a few Mandatory Courses (they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. For more information on a retainer contract here.
• All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.
• It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.

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