Lead Water Engineer -Sanitation (Retainer)

Contract

This is a LICA Specialist-10 contract. This kind of contract is known as Local Individual Contractor Agreements. It is normally only for nationals. It's an external contract. It usually requires 5 years of experience, depending on education. More about LICA Specialist-10 contracts.

Background Information - Job-specific

UNOPS Ethiopia Multi-Country Office (ETMCO) exciting career opportunity.

UNOPS-ETMCO is recruiting for this position: L****ead Water Engineer - Sanitation (Retainer), based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

*******Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply.*******

The Ethiopia Multi country office (ETMCO), which covers Ethiopia, Sudan, South Sudan and Djibouti, was created in 2014. Since its creation, ETMCO has been an active member of the United Nations Country Team, working closely with other UN organizations to support the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). ETMCO designs projects to reinforce and bolster development priorities of the host governments and other partners in sustainable procurement, project management and infrastructure through direct implementation, advisory and transactional services. ETMCO is committed to promoting the principles of sustainability and national capacity development through meaningful contributions, and serving people in need. In 2022, UNOPS ETMCO delivered more than $187.5 million in services.

The purpose of the assignment is to design water supply, sanitation and fire-fighting systems in line with UNOPS guidelines, National Building Code and Standards set by relevant government agencies and international practices for buildings and other infrastructures under the projects and to ensure quality during implementation.

Functional Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the Senior Programme Manager the Lead Water Engineer (Sanitation) will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Conduct a detailed assessment on project needs with regard to water supply and sanitation aspects.
• Conduct Rapid Infrastructure Assessment (RIA) to identify F&E status with regard to water supply, sanitation and fire-fighting systems in the project areas. Conduct associated desk reviews, field surveys, and prepare necessary reports.
• Prepare designs for water supply systems including plumbing, fixtures, installing wells, tube wells and rainwater recharge wells.
• Prepare designs for a community/semi-urban water supply system that may include hydraulic analysis for water sourcing such as aquifer analysis, boreholes and spring capping, design of transmission and distribution mains piping systems, water reservoir, pumping systems and water points to communities.
• Prepare designs for sanitary systems including waste water plumbing, sewer lines, toilet fixtures, septic tanks, soak pits, reed basins, and runoff drains.
• Prepare designs for fire-fighting systems including plumbing, pumps, connections to power backups, location of alarms and hand-held fire extinguishers. Prepare drawings of the designed systems.
• Collaborate with design engineers of other disciplines to identify appropriate design options that combine risk resilience features with water supply, sanitation and fire-fighting systems.
• Develop technical specifications for the pipes, appliances and fixtures planned to be used.
• Based on approved local rates and market surveys, prepare engineering estimates for the designed systems.
• Assist in the procurement of the water supply, sanitation and fire-fighting systems.
• Support the quantity survey and field progress measurement, and prepare reports as required.
• Conduct field monitoring visits as required, monitor project implementation against established milestones, analyze findings and recommend actions on priorities including technical options where need be.
• Quality control during the construction and Defects Notification Period for water supply, sanitation and fire-fighting systems.
• Provide technical inputs and guidance to implementing partners and other stakeholders for the sustainable rehabilitation of water and wastewater schemes, drilling and equipping of new boreholes and sanitation facilities.
• Develop and implement a data/information management system for maintaining of the Project scheme plans, operational data, client information etc. within a standard suitable to the project context.
• Provide technical advice and design support on the operations, maintenance and assets replacements of the targeted water and wastewater systems.
• Actively engage with the UNOPS Infra team to identify key issues and to develop solutions to ensure long term sustainability of the project outcome.
• Prepare baseline data reports, key performance indicator monitoring reports, project highlight reports and progress monitoring reports, as required.
• Support UNOPS Infra Team in preparing quality status and progress reports including risk assessment updates, donor reports, briefing documents etc. as and when necessary.
• Support in the implementation of Health, Safety, Social and Environmental measures at the project sites.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Senior Programme Manager, Head of Infrastructure and Project Managers.

Impacts of results - Improved efficiency in delivery of water and wastewater design in infrastructure projects - High quality water and wastewater design drawings and reporting - Improved staff capacity

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education

• Advanced University (Master's) Degree in Water and Sanitation Engineering, Civil Engineering or other relevant field is required.
• A Bachelor's Degree in Water and Sanitation Engineering, Civil Engineering or other relevant field, combined with 2 additional years of relevant professional experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
• Professional License/Board Certification in Water/Civil Engineering is required (please attach when submitting application).

Work Experience

• At least five (5) years with Master's Degree or seven (7) years with Bachelors Degree of progressive work experience in planning, design, and implementation of water-supply and sanitary systems for various types of projects, especially experiences in the design of water supply structures such as piping systems, water reservoir, hydraulic analysis, distribution points, and related areas is required.

  • Experience in one or more of the following fields would be a significant asset: design of water supply network, monitoring system design, implementation of field programme for water network groundwater / aquifer modeling software, and capacity building, and experience in developing and presenting training materials.
  • Experience in drawing water and wastewater networks with CAD software is desirable.

  Language

  • Fluency in written, spoken and reading English is required.
  • Knowledge of another official UN language is an asset.

Competencies

Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and externally in order to positively shape the organization. Anticipates and perceives the impact and implications of future decisions and activities on other parts of the organization.(for levels IICA-2, IICA-3, LICA Specialist- 10, LICA Specialist-11, NOC, NOD, P3, P4 and above) 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

1. Contract type: Local Individual Contractor Agreement (LICA)
2. Contract level: LICA-10 (ICS10)
3. Contract duration: One year with possibility of extension.

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

This is a local position, and hence is open to Ethiopian nationals only.

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.