Background Information – South East Asia Multi-Country Office (EAPMCO)
The South East Asia and Pacific Multi Country Office (EAPMCO) supports, develops and oversees the UNOPS portfolio of projects in South East Asia and the Pacific. EAPMCO was established in January 2023 following the merger of the Thailand Multi-Country Office, which covered 20 countries across North East Asia, South East Asia and the Pacific, and the Cambodia Multi-Country Office, which covered 4 countries South East Asia – 3 countries in the Mekong Sub-region (Cambodia, Lao PDR and Vietnam) and the Philippines. EAPMCO currently covers 24 countries across North East Asia, South East Asia and the Pacific. With its head office in Bangkok, the Multi-Country Office comprises nine business units: SEMCO Thailand, EAPMCO Indonesia, EAPMCO Pacific Operations Cluster, EAPMCO Papua New Guinea, EAPMCO China, EAPMCO Vietnam, EAPMCO Lao PDR, EAPMCO Philippines and EAPMCO Cambodia.
In 2022, the UNOPS EAPMCO implemented projects worth more than USD 95.7 million, in the areas of Energy Transition, Digital Transformations, Sustainable Environmental Management, Climate Change, Waste Management, Rule of Law and Access to Justice, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), Post Conflict Reintegration, Emergency Relief, Post COVID19 Economic Transformations, and Health, through HR, procurement, construction, contract management, fund and program management services.
The Multi Country Office head office in Bangkok provides strategic direction, operational support, delivery oversight and assurance of the excellence of business processes and quality standards across all of the entire Multi Country Office locations. It is also responsible for developing, delivering and managing the portfolio of engagements in the country of the MCO location itself.
Background Information – Philippines
Established in 2016, UNOPS Philippines provides expert support to ensure sustainable project management, procurement, and infrastructure activities in projects. With funds from the European Union (EU), UNOPS supports the Supreme Court, the Department of Justice, and the Department of the Interior and Local Government under the Governance in Justice (GOJUST) Programme (GOJUST2) through procurement, logistics, and grants management to push forward the justice reform agenda of the Philippine government through innovations and interventions; as well as providing grants to civil society organizations to improve access to justice of marginalized groups. In the Support to Bangsamoro Transition (SUBATRA) Programme, UNOPS is working with the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region of Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) Government strengthening capacities of the executive, legislative and judicial branches to ensure a smooth transition, also with funds from the EU. In the health sector, UNOPS works with the DOH / ADB in the HEAL project (Health System Enhancement to Address and Limit COVID-19).
UNOPS Philippines is in the process of expanding its area of engagement in cooperation with its development partners, focusing mainly on a portfolio of projects and programs in the infrastructure, logistics management, procurement in health, rule of law, and governance sectors.
Background Information – Job Specific
Support to Bangsamoro Transition (SUBATRA) is a 5-year program funded by the European Union, and co-financed by the Spanish Agency for International Development Cooperation (AECID), through an Agreement with the Government of the Republic of the Philippines. SUBATRA contributes to a smooth and timely undertaking of the transition through capacity building of the three branches of the Bangsamoro Government (executive, legislative and judicial) and civil society organizations. This will promote an enabling good governance environment and support the efficient implementation of policies set up by the transition plan, with a focus on capacities that are critical for the sound functioning of interim institutions. These include
- Output 1: the capacity of the BTA’s executive branch superstructure to drive and coordinate key transitional policies;
- Output 2: the capacity of the Parliament to exercise its law-making and oversight functions;
- Output 3: the capacity of the Justice System to adjudicate litigations and improve access to justice, and
- Output 4: the capacity of the civil society to contribute to a peaceful transition to the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM).
The expected outcomes of the project are:
- Overall Objective: To contribute to a peaceful, cohesive, secure, and inclusively developed Mindanao.
- Specific Objective: The establishment of an enabling democratic governance environment for a smooth implementation of the transition in the Bangsamoro Region.
UNOPS is responsible for the provision of logistical and administrative support, which include the organization of training, workshops, seminars, and study tours as well as foreseen procurement of equipment under all 4 expected results including communication and visibility activities. In addition, UNOPS is in charge of the assessment and implementation of the infrastructure component of the Action linked to Outputs 1,2,3, and 4. UNOPS will coordinate and receive policy directions from the EU and abide by decisions and directions provided by the Programme Steering Committee (PSC) of SUBATRA, in accordance with the matrix of responsibilities, UNOPS rules and procedures and within the budget limit of this Agreement.
The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) has been requested to provide technical assistance to the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) Government in its efforts to establish and implement Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) within the region. The BARMM Government aims to utilize PPPs as a strategic tool to enhance infrastructure development and the delivery of public services.
Under the direct supervision of the Construction Management Engineer, the Health, Safety, Social and Environmental (HSSE) Analyst will be responsible for:
1. HSSE Planning, Coordination, and Implementation
- Prepare all HSSE documents under UNOPS requirements for review and authorization by the Construction Management Engineer and/or Project Manager,
- Review HSSE management plans regularly and ensure these are up to date at all times.
- Support risk assessments and oversee the implementation of effective preventative and corrective measures on HSSE for all project activities
- Plan and conduct workplace inspections and support the Construction Management Engineer and/or Project Manager in follow-up with responsible personnel to ensure findings timeous closure.
- Support the Construction Manager and/or Project Manager in raising awareness of HSSE issues among project staff, contractors, and other stakeholders.
- Support in incident reporting for Construction Management Engineer and/or Project Manager’s, investigation, follow-up and closure of all HSSE incidents and action items.
- Develop monthly HSSE reporting and analyse leading indicators to enable informed decision-making.
2. HSSE Monitoring and Reporting
- Conduct regular field inspection and monitoring visits to the project sites to identify possible areas/issues of non-conformity and their timeous closure. (e.g. unsafe work at heights and in excavations),
- Organise regular HSSE meetings with both contractor and UNOPS project leadership.
3. HSSE Compliance
- Support the Construction Management Engineer and/or Project Manager in ensuring full compliance with all UNOPS HSSE requirements throughout the project lifecycle
4. Support in ensuring the availability and implementation of the following safeguard compliance during the construction period:
- No negative environmental impact during the construction
- No involuntary resettlement during the construction
- Ensure that the construction activities have no negative effect to the Indigenous People
- Apply pollution prevention and control technologies and practices consistent with international good practices as reflected in internationally recognized standards.
- Provide workers with safe and healthy working conditions and prevent accidents, injuries, and disease. Establish preventive and emergency preparedness and response measures to avoid, and where avoidance is not possible, to minimize adverse impacts and risks to the health and safety of local communities.
- Ensure the implementation of the Grievance Redress Mechanism
- Ensure the availability and implementation of (a) infection and control Plan including HIV/AIDS, and (b) maternal and child health Plan.
5. Knowledge Management & Innovation:
- Contribute to identifying Risks, Lessons Learned and Issues and enter relevant information in OneUNOPS project following the Supervisor’s approval;
- Contribute to knowledge networks and communities of practice by synthesizing lessons learnt and dissemination of best practices;
- Contribute with feedback, ideas, and internal knowledge about processes and best practices.
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.
Education/Experience/Language requirements
Education:
- A first-level University degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent) in health and safety management, natural science, engineering or other relevant fields is required.
- Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) may substitute some of the years of experience required for this role.
Experience:
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience in Health, Safety, Social and Environmental (HSSE) management is required
- Minimum of one (1) year in managing and implementing projects related health and safety matters is required;
- Experience in Health and Safety risk assessments, inspections, incident investigation, and training facilitation is required.
- Experience with third party certification audits for Health & Safety and Environment Management is an asset.
- Experience of working at UN agencies or other international Humanitarian/ Development organizations is distinctive asset.
- High proficiency with computers, and other software/ platforms related to the position’s field of expertise is desirable.
- Experience in working with the G-Suite platform including, Google Drive, Google Calendar, Gmail, Google Sheets, Docs, and Slides is an asset.
- Experience in the construction industry/environment set-up is an asset.
Language Requirements:
- Fluency in both written and spoken English is required.
Contract type, level and duration
- Contract type: Local Individual Contractor Agreement (LICA)
- Contract level: ICS 8 / LICA 8
- Contract duration: Ongoing ICA – ‘Open-ended, subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance.’
- Duty station: Cotabato City, Philippines
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
Application open only to Philippines nationals or with valid residence.
- 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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