Post Title: Associate Engineer (Electrical)
Post Level_: NO-B
Salary (Annual): Range from US$53,214.00 to US$71,408.00
Location: El Geneina
Job Opening Number: UNAMID-JO-ELG-16-003
Job Opening Deadline: 15 September 2016
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Organizational Setting and Reporting This position is located in El Geneina, within the Engineering Section of the Africa Union-United Nations Mission in Darfur (UNAMID). The incumbent will report to the Sector Engineer.
Duties and responsibilities:
Within delegated authority, the Associate Engineer (Electrical) will apply professional engineering knowledge and expertise in performance of the following duties:
• Develops technical data (SOW, BOQ, and drawings) by selecting materials and by calculating sizes, dimensions, quantities and costs to be incorporated in formal specifications. • Conduct site inspection for electrical projects. • Inspect periodic, diagnostic service and repair of electrical power systems and electrical networks by providing guidance to technicians. • Develop and implement Electrical System and HVAC designs and test strategies, including air flow test, functional test and power variation. • Daily follow up with technical staff in the fields of power generation, distribution and power control by monitoring projects implementation and by taking correcting actions when required. • Prepare annual requisition plan, raise the list of Electrical materials required for projects and maintenance, and do the technical evaluation assessments. • Preparing and raising of work orders in data base “Galileo system” for electrical works • Prepare submit daily, weekly, and monthly reports.
• Perform other duties as required;
Competencies:
• Professionalism: Demonstrated engineering skills that indicate capability to progress to more challenging projects. Experience in assembling information and drafting reports. Analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and under pressure. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
• Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
• Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
Qualifications:
Education: Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in electrical engineering or related field. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Experience: A minimum of two (2) years progressively responsible experience in Electrical engineering or related fields. Demonstrates knowledge of electrical power generation systems, distribution, switching and control is desirable.
Language: Fluency in both spoken and written English and Arabic is required.
HOW TO APPLY:
HOW TO APPLY Interested and qualified applicants should submit their application together with the United Nations Personal History form (P.11) and/or CV along with copies of own Birth Certificate, Sudanese Resident Certificate, Academic/University Diploma and previous employment certificates by one of the following methods:
By Hand: to UNAMID Regional Office in El Geneina or at Super Camp Security Gate. By Email: unamidjo-elg@un.org
Note: All applicants must indicate the JO No., Post Title and Duty Station to which they are applying on the subject line (by email) and/or on the sealed envelope (by hand delivery). E.g. UNAMID-JO-ELG-16- 003, Associate Engineer (Electrical), NO-B.
Please do not submit original certificate(s) with the applications.
In line with the UN policy on gender balance, female candidates are encouraged to apply
POSITIONS OPEN FOR SUDANESE NATIONALS ONLY
Important Consideration for Applicants: This position is locally recruited. UNAMID will not provide accommodation to locally recruited staff.
WARNING TO APPLICANTS:
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, TRAINING OR ANY OTHER FEES). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.
