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UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.

Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.

And we never give up.

For every child, Future

UNICEF is implementing rehabilitation/maintenance projects of schools - mainly Water, sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) facilities, in addition to health and child protection centers across Libya.

Therefore, UNICEF requires expertise of construction/civil Engineer consultant to support the country office to manage ongoing projects.

How can you make a difference?

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Preparation of construction annual workplan.
• Collaboration with UNICEF Programme/Operations and coordination with Government counterparts.
• Preparation of design and technical documents.
• Support the procurement process.
• Monitoring of construction projects

Working Arrangements

The consultant will report to the supply and logistic officer for UNICEF operation reporting to the office in Tripoli (depending on the situation related to COVID-19), and on such other terms as may be discussed and agreed upon with the Supervisor.

Expected deliverables and payment modalities

This consultancy is time-based and payments will take place every two months during the contract period – however, a report on the following deliverables will need to be prepared and attached to the invoice by the consultant.

Tasks

Deliverables

Timeline

Preparation of construction annual workplan

Develop the annual work plan for the construction activities; determine priorities/targets and performance measurements and monitor work progress to ensure that results are achieved according to schedule and performance standards.

Quarterly

Collaboration with UNICEF Programme/Operations and coordination with Government counterparts

Provide technical support in matter of construction project management to Programme/Operations sections; provide information to Programme on construction related activities to include them in their AWP.

Monthly

Provide assistance to Programme /Operations sections through involvement in construction project proposals, planning, and preparation of relevant terms of reference.

Monthly

Attend technical cooperation meetings; prepare PPT presentations on projects' progress; undertake follow-up actions in relation to project implementation and monitoring.

Monthly

Provide Programme/Operations sections with information on projects' progress; undertake appropriate actions to overcome technical obstacles prepare reports on projects' progress.

Weekly

Preparation of design and technical documents

Draft the scope of construction works based on Programme/ Operations requirements, budget and site limitations; define deliverables and payment modality.

Monthly

Apply UNICEF norms and standards (child-friendly, accessibility, MOSS, MORSS, etc.) to construction projects, taking into consideration the local environment and available materials; verify if compliance with green building standards is required in coordination with DFAM Field Support Unit.

Monthly

Check technical documents related to construction (design drawings, technical specifications and bills of quantities); verify whether they are clear, complete and compliant to programmatic and construction needs, eco-efficiency and accessibility requirements; undertake the actions required to endorse these technical documents by relevant ministries.

Monthly

Follow up with the designing firms and government entities for obtaining all permits required for construction activities prior initiating works.

Monthly

Support to procurement process

Assist Supply section in preparation of LPA requests and CRC submissions with supporting documents related to construction activities.

Monthly

Updated on regular basis the shortlist of potential construction companies and engineering firms available in the local market.

Monthly

Prepare tender documents in relation to construction works and engineering services; attend bidders' conference and present the technical components of the tender; draft answers on technical questions raised by the bidders during the tendering.

Monthly

Support Supply section in organizing bidders' conference and site visits; participate in the evaluation of technical proposals received and draft technical recommendation; if needed, provide support to Supply section on the analysis of financial proposals.

Monthly

Monitoring of construction projects

Participate in the kick-off meeting of construction works with the construction company, the engineering firm and relevant government counterparts.

Monthly

Mange and supervise engineers in different regions

Daily

Provide close monitoring on construction activities by undertaking regular site visits and conducting regular technical meetings including joint monitoring with relevant Government technical services; follow up progress for each activity per milestones and review site supervision reports to ensure work compliance with norms, standards, and timeline; verify quality and precautions on health and safety standards on ground.

Monthly

Use effective monitoring and supervision tools to ensure easily assessment of works quality, progress, and performance of engineering firms and construction companies during the entire duration of the project.

Monthly

Certify payments/variations and compile supporting documents; monitor construction expenditures and progress certificates; prepare and maintain relevant table for each construction activity.

Monthly

Provide assistance to UNICEF Contract Administrator on contract management, amendments, variations, duration extensions, applying liquidated damages, etc.; compile and archive project documents, minutes, correspondence, instructions, etc.

Monthly

Participate in the partial, substantial and final reception of works after verifying the correction of all defects during the DLP; prepare and issue relevant certificates.

Monthly

Prepare Contract Performance Evaluation; provide assistance to UNICEF Contract Administrator on contract close-out in VISION; draft the final completion report with the lessons learned.

Monthly

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

1. A university degree is required in in civil engineering, construction engineering, architecture or other relevant area.
2. 5 years of relevant professional experience.
3. Understanding of development and humanitarian work.
4. Strong communication in written and oral in Arabic and English.
5. Quality-oriented, creative, able to work efficiently under tight deadlines
6. Experience of working with diverse groups of people in emergencies is an asset.

General conditions

• Under the consultancy agreement, a month is defined as 21 working days, & fees are prorated accordingly.
• Consultants are not entitled overtime payment all remuneration must be within the contract agreement.
• No contract may commence unless the contract is signed by UNICEF and the consultant.

For every Child, you demonstrate…

UNICEF's values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, and Accountability (CRITA).

To view our competency framework, please visit here.

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.

UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.

Remarks:

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

A financial Proposal will be required for submission with the application.

Individuals engaged under a consultancy or individual contract will not be considered “staff members” under the Staff Regulations and Rules of the United Nations and UNICEF’s policies and procedures, and will not be entitled to benefits provided therein (such as leave entitlements and medical insurance coverage). Their conditions of service will be governed by their contract and the General Conditions of Contracts for the Services of Consultants and Individual Contractors. Consultants and individual contractors are responsible for determining their tax liabilities and for the payment of any taxes and/or duties, in accordance with local or other applicable laws.

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Added 2 years ago - Updated 2 years ago - Source: unicef.org