Infrastructure Coordinator (P3) Faya, Chad At International Organization for Migration

Position Title: Infrastructure Coordinator

Duty Station: Faya, Chad

Classification: Professional Staff, Grade P3

Type of Appointment: Special short-term graded, 9 months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 09 July 2024

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. Read more about diversity and inclusion at IOM at www.iom.int/diversity.

Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process.

For the purpose of this vacancy, the following are considered first-tier candidates:

1. Internal candidates
2. Candidates from the following non-represented member states:

Antigua and Barbuda; Barbados; Botswana; Cabo Verde; Comoros; Congo (the); Cook Islands; Fiji; Guinea-Bissau; Holy See; Iceland; Kiribati; Lao People’s Democratic Republic (the); Madagascar; Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated States of); Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Samoa; Sao Tome and Principe; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas; Tonga; Tuvalu; Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:

All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states.

Context:

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (COM) in Chad and direct supervision of the Head of Programmes (HoP), and in close coordination with programme managers and the Resource Management Officer, the Infrastructure Coordinator will be responsible for the successful management of IOM Chad infrastructure works and construction management across the mission.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Manage the IOM Chad Infrastructure programs and ensure support to program managers and coordinators, the resource management unit and Senior management in all aspects of infrastructure construction undertaken at the IOM Chad Country office (CO). This includes the phases of planning, design, provision of BoQs (Bill of Quantities) and tender documents, tendering, contract awarding, supervision of works, quality control, contract closing and handover.
2. Oversee the technical components of all programs that require engineering capacity, including the development and/or review of concept notes, proposals, and budgets, ensuring that mechanisms and modalities to be implemented are appropriate and in line with international standards and best practices.
3. Coordinate the operational and administrative aspects and backstop the financial and budgetary aspects of all ongoing construction projects, including oversight responsibility of project implementation, in coordination with the Resource Management and program units as required. Ensure that all construction projects meet their intended scope, timeframe, quality, and budget. Notify in a timely manner of any change needed and take action for delays or workarounds required for timely completion of activities.
4. Oversee and lead monitoring activities to assess the implementation of all construction projects, remotely and through regular visits to the areas of operation, ensuring that the engineers are properly monitoring and following up on construction projects.
5. Prepare and/or contribute to the development and dissemination of standard operating procedures and guidelines for all engineering and construction works to ensure compliance with local laws, and that standard design, structural calculations and construction practices are followed across the CO.
6. Manage and/or ensure adequate contracts management with service providers. Oversee change requests, close out procedures and progress/final payments to the contractors in coordination with IOM administrative units including the Office of Legal Affairs (LEG).
7. Directly supervise IOM engineers and construction support staff. Coach and mentor the staff under direct supervision.
8. In coordination with the relevant colleagues, ensure that all relevant permits and authorizations are obtained from the local authorities and the donors to guarantee project implementation and good relations with the local government.
9. Ensure the mainstreaming of Gender-Based Violence (GBV), Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP), Communicating with Communities (CwC) and other protection related aspects in every phase of the implementation of the unit’s activities in close coordination with the relevant colleagues.
10. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Project Management or Construction Management or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or,
• University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• International experience in project management of large-scale international engineering projects, and post crisis humanitarian reconstruction and stabilization projects;
• Experience in managing public infrastructure and community-led infrastructure projects such as schools, health centers, office buildings, road construction, irrigation projects, dams, water systems, etc;
• Experience working in West Africa or similar protracted crisis-affected countries is an advantage; and,
• Experience successfully managing large technical teams with multiple work streams.

Skills

• Skills and experience in overseeing large scale international construction projects in complex contexts;
• Knowledge of civil engineering design and project management software, tools and skills is required. Proficiency in AutoCAD is mandatory;
• Demonstrated civil engineering design skills;
• Ability to meet deadlines and deliver under pressure;
• Demonstrated capacity strengthening skills and ability to provide on-the-job training; and,
• Excellent organizational skills: ability to be flexible and work well under pressure in a fast-paced and detail-oriented team environment.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish. All staff members are required to be fluent in one of the three languages.

For this position, fluency in English and French is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Notes

Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database (https://whed.net/home.php).

Required Competencies:

Values – all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2

• Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2

• Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization’s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.
• Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
• Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
• Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
• Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link.

https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.p df

Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.

Other:

Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.

The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are nationals of the duty station’s country cannot be considered eligible.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and background verification and security clearances. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be required for individuals hired on or after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the medical clearance process.

Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.