{KickStart International,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Degree , 5 years,05 Sep-2016};

KickStart International prides itself in being an award-winning, global nonprofit social enterprise that develops and mass- markets low-cost irrigation solutions that are bought by thousands of small-holder farmers in developing countries and used to increase their income by up to a factor of ten, enabling them to lift themselves sustainably out of poverty.

Job Purpose

The Country Manager- Partnerships and Sales will be responsible for developing, expanding, and reporting on KickStart program in Ghana.  He/she is also responsible for managing the program and staff in Ghana.  He/she reports to the Regional Head of Partnerships and Sales West Africa who is based in Ghana. These activities support KickStart primary mission of getting people out of poverty by promoting the sales and usage of KickStart’s MoneyMaker branded irrigation pumps through partnerships and the private sector.

SCOPE OF ROLE

•   Reports to:  Regional Head of Partnerships and Sales West Africa
•   Staff directly reporting to this post: Sales and Partnerships Officer in Ghana
•   Works with: Other staff within West Africa Region and Nairobi

Nature and Scope

The Country Manager-Partnerships and Sales will:

•   Perform the due-diligence to understand the market potential and opportunities for MoneyMaker products in Ghana.
•   Create the market development and sales plans for specific regions.  Lead and manage the implementation of the plan to ensure growth in sales, social impacts, market share, and profitability in Ghana.  This will be done primarily through:

o Creating partnerships with International and local NGOs, UN organizations like FAO and World Food program, Government, Out-growers, and other stakeholders.
o Proper selection, development and management of a distributorship network

•   Manage, coach, and develop capacity of staff.
•   Ensure timely and accurate reporting of KickStart’s activities, finances and social impacts.

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY

•   Identify sales opportunities by identifying and creating  working business relationship with NGOs, relevant government institutions and other clients for the sale and marketing of KickStart products and developing a pipeline of sales opportunities
•   Developing partnerships that will lead to sales
•   Developing the private sector supply chain including recruiting an importer/distributor of our MoneyMaker pumps into country, developing  strong local partnerships and meet sales targets
•   Actively manage customer and distributor accounts and collect outstanding receivables
•   Regular market assessment and pro-active development of country specific sales and marketing plans with distributors to maximize sales and impacts in the country.  This includes sales plans, pricing policies, promotional plans and managing National and regional trade events and activities.
•   Actively promote products through product demonstrations, product support and training for distributors, customers, thought leaders, and influencers.
•   Develop and grow KickStart’s market share in the country.
•   Develop forecast sales projections in collaboration with distributors to streamline production
•   Ensure that KickStart meets its qualitative and quantitative targets including donor funded deliverables.
•   Advice management on the necessary marketing and advertising channels in the country plus market intelligence.
•   Provide leadership, coaching, and support to the staff based in Ghana.
•   He/ She would work with a network of dealers to create demand to partners and farmers. Also ensure that partner’s staff are trained on the aspects of the moneymaker pumps and their maintenance.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Degree in Sales and Marketing or its equivalent with a Diploma in Sales and Marketing and at least 5 years hands on sales and marketing experience. A master degree in relevant field will have an additional advantage.
•   Experience with private sector and/or social business would be a strong plus. Has shown motivation towards social impact.

SKILLS AND BEHAVIOUR

•   Strong managerial and human development skills. Managed a team of people and able to build capacity and competency among the team.
•   Commitment to KickStart core values
•   Good communication, customer care and interpersonal skills and analytical skills
•   Organizational and planning skills and works with minimal supervision.
•   Able to evaluate and review strategies and deliverables
•   A team player and a motivational leader
•   Self-motivated and self-driven to achieve the organizational targets.
•   Computer literate
•   Willing and ready to spend 70% of his/her time in the field.

Location: Accra

How to Apply For the Job

Interested candidates are required to submit their CV and cover letter quoting the position title on the subject line to:

hr@kickstart.org

Closing Date: 17 August, 2016

{UNOPS,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Master’s Degree, 9 years,22 Aug-2016};

Background Information – Job-specific

UNOPS Ghana Operational Hub (GHOH), located in Accra, spans across West Africa, covering Ghana, Gambia, Liberia, Nigeria and Sierra Leone. GHOH is responsible for managing strategic and operational risks associated with a subset of the regional portfolio of engagements, developing and delivering cost effective services contributing to partners’ sustainable results and achievements of UNOPS management results.

The core functions of the Operational Hub are to:

•   Liaise and develop engagements, and deliver services responding to partner needs.
•   Maintain appropriate arrangements and capacity for direct transactional support for delivery of the sub-regional portfolio.
•   Maintain appropriate arrangements and capacity for direct transactional support for delivery of the sub-regional portfolio.

The mission of the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is to expand the capacity of the UN system and its partners to implement peacebuilding, humanitarian and development operations that matter for people in need. In line with its mandate UNOPS acts as a central resource for the United Nations system in procurement and contracts management as well as in civil works and physical infrastructure development, including the related capacity development activities.

UNOPS has significant experience in post conflict, post disaster and the field of reconstruction of conflict stricken Infrastructure systems.

Liberia is now Ebola free and in recovery mode shifting focus from an emergency response status to a recovery and non-emergency operations to restore the nation’s health care system. Under the overall coordination of the WHO, UN country teams of the three most affected countries (Liberia, Sierra Leone and Guinea) are leading a coordinated UN response to support the national Governments in its recovery programme.

Under the guidance of the Project Manager, the Project Support Officer is based in Accra, Ghana with frequent visits to site offices.

Functional Responsibilities

Under the overall supervision of the Senior Infrastructure Advisor, the Architectural Design Engineer will give his/her technical expertise as required to produce, manage and coordinate architectural designs assigned, supervision, related documentation works. He or she is responsible for managing staff under his/her supervision and ensure high quality design documentation and site works are carried out on time and on or under budget. The projects may be in national and or international locations.

Specifically, the incumbent will be responsible for the following substantive tasks. The tasks would involve the following but not limited to:

•   Design and produce architectural drawings  and scope of works
•   Review designs and modification as required
•   Produce as-built drawings and to support handover and commissioning
•   Assist contract division in preparing and evaluation of tender documents of electrical services (specifications, BOQs, rates etc.)
•   The consultant will be requested to work from home and be prepared to travel to any site in or around the countries under GHOH as required and as UNDSS permits.

An agreed TOR including the scope, deliverables and the maximum time duration will be agreed upon by UNOPS-GHOH and the Architectural Design Engineer prior to commencement of each and every assignment. He/she is responsible for ensuring designs and related documentation of projects which is to be carried out on time as per the agreed task.

Technical tasks:

•   Ability to produce architectural design in accordance with local and international standards
•   Ability to embed sustainability solution in design and choice of material
•   Ability to use architectural drawings software such as Autodesk –AutoCAD and Revit
•   Demonstrated computer ability in using MS Office Suite
•   Liaise with UNOPS design review team to enhance knowledge management.
•   Review designs and modification for all Infrastructure projects in term of accuracy and suitability to overall design requirements, including Identifying improvements in the designs and be able to propose practical solutions
•   Strong knowledge of local and international standards and codes
•   Ability in specifying technical specifications of various service uses of facility, and associated quality material
•   Periodically support site supervision and monitoring ensures that the work is done according to instructions, drawings and technical specifications as per contractual agreement and give the same support to site teams liaising with the Project Managers and Project Engineers.
•   Support testing and commissioning for handover and acceptance of deliverable to clients
•   Prepares monthly progress reports as well as drawings when requested.
•   Keep files for all design documentation, memos and instructions in correct format

Competencies

UNOPS Core Values/Competencies

•   Professionalism
•   Respect for Diversity
•   Creativity and innovation
•   Commitment to continuous Learning
•   Organizing and quality
•   Results orientation
•   Communications skills
•   Teamwork skills
•   Client focus

Functional Competencies

•   Ability to work to meet tight schedules under stressful environment and varied cultural context.
•   Good team player attitude.
•   Ability to perform with professionalism, integrity and commitment to project demands.
•   Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
•   Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Qualification Required & Experience

Education

•   Master’s Degree in Architecture Engineering, Building Engineering or related field. Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture Engineering, Building Engineering, or related fields with 9 years of relevant working experience may also be considered. Applicants with Technical/Professional Diploma Certification with 11 years may well be considered.

Experience

•   7 years of years of relevant working experience with demonstrated capacity to deliver results in an international development environment, and design of community facilities such as health centers, schools, administrative buildings.

Language

•   Fluency in written and spoken English is required.

Location: Accra

How to Apply For the Job

Interested candidate should check below to apply.

Click Here To Apply Online

Closing Date: 22 August, 2016

{UNOPS,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Master’s Degree, 9 years,22 Aug-2016};

Background Information – Job-specific

The mission of the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is to expand the capacity of the UN system and its partners to implement peacebuilding, humanitarian and development operations that matter for people in need. In line with its mandate UNOPS acts as a central resource for the United Nations system in procurement and contracts management as well as in civil works and physical infrastructure development, including the related capacity development activities.

UNOPS Ghana Operational Hub (GHOH), located in Accra, Ghana is responsible for projects in Anglophone West Africa, covering Ghana, Gambia, Liberia, Nigeria and Sierra Leone. GHOH is responsible for managing strategic and operational risks associated with a subset of the regional portfolio of engagements, developing and delivering cost effective services contributing to partners’ sustainable results and achievements of UNOPS management results.

The core functions of the Operational Hub are to:     

•   Liaise and develop engagements, and deliver services responding to partner needs.
•   Leverage advice and integrate delivery modalities of the three Delivery Practices and the Global Partner Service Office.
•   Maintain appropriate arrangements and capacity for direct transactional support for delivery of the sub regional portfolio.

UNOPS has significant experience in post conflict, post disaster and the field of reconstruction of conflict stricken Infrastructure systems.

Functional Responsibilities

Under the overall supervision of the Senior Infrastructure Advisor, the Construction Specifications Specifier/Writer will give his/her technical expertise as required for coordinating, editing, and reviewing bidding and contract documents and technical specifications for clarity and grammar, and assisting with preparation and coordination of bidding requirements, and contract forms and conditions of the contract using FIDIC and owner-furnished documents. He or she is responsible for improving and enhancing the technical quality of the deliverables, through knowledge and information management, research and education, and by serving as a technical resource to members of the project team.  The projects may be in national and or international locations.

Specifically, the incumbent will be responsible for the following substantive tasks. The tasks would involve but not be limited to:

•   Collate feedback and prepare consultation/assessment reports.
•   The consultant will be requested to work from home and be prepared to travel to any site in or around the countries under GHOH as required in accordance with UNDSS restrictions.

An agreed Terms of Reference (TOR) including the scope, deliverables and the maximum time duration will be agreed upon by UNOPS-GHOH and the Construction Specifications Specifier/Writer prior to commencement of each and every assignment.

Monitoring and Progress Controls:

•   Write, edit and coordinate technical specifications and related documents including master specifications.
•   Prepare outline specifications for design development phase; assemble project manuals for construction documents phase and prepare addenda during bidding phase
•   Communicating best practices, policies, and procedures to project teams.
•   Educating and mentoring staff on master specification documents, construction document technology, and editing methodology.
•   Liaising with manufacturers’ representatives as needed for research and project support.
•   Assisting staff in developing and maintain master specification documents.
•   Plans, schedules, organizes, and prepares construction specifications for the various phases / milestone deliverables of projects (including outline specifications when required).
•   Support preparation of procurement requirements when required. Receives owner’s documents for inclusion in project manual; coordinates specifications with owner’s requirements.
•   Reviews in-progress drawings and other project documents to ensure complete and coordinated technical specifications.
•   Participates in periodic Project Technical Reviews and Quality Control reviews of architectural, engineering, and construction projects.
•   Ensures staff receives and follow most current specification formatting conventions.
•   Assists project teams with material and product selections; suggests alternatives when appropriate.
•   Maintains and updates master guide specifications; prepares, maintains, and updates master sections developed specifically for certain market sectors or building types.
•   Master specifications updates will address UNOPS ongoing commitment to sustainable design.
•   Maintains awareness of evolving building technology, codes, and systems.
•   Researches new products and materials, and construction processes.
•   Maintains awareness of industry reference standards and sources / locations.
•   Maintains awareness of sustainable design ratings systems, and sustainable products and materials and incorporates sustainable materials and products in specifications whenever possible.
•   Maintains and promotes in-house specifications procedures and process.
•   Assists teams in preparation of addenda and in review of requests for substitution.
•   Assists teams in their review of submittals and requests for information as it relates to specified materials, products or systems.
•   Carrying out any relevant administrative and operational efforts as requested by the Senior Infrastructure Advisor.
•   Actively engage in knowledge sharing and also improve one’s professional skills.

Qualification Required & Experience

Education

•   Master’s degree in civil engineering, architecture, or related field. Applicant with Bachelors degree in engineering, architecture, or related field with 9 years of relevant working experience may also be considered
•   A combination of a Technical Diploma with an additional 11 years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the education requirements outlined above.

Experience

•   7 years of experience writing technical specifications for the architectural, engineering or construction industry and with a demonstrated capacity to deliver results in an international development environment.
•   Thorough knowledge of building materials and codes, construction techniques and relative costs, and building material characteristics, performance, and compatibility.
•   A thorough knowledge of the AIA Master Specs, EJCDC, FIDIC, CSI Manual of Practice, British standards or Euro Norm
•   Construction Document Technologist (CDT) or Certified Construction Specifier (CCS) certification is preferred
•   Computer literacy in MS Office and Adobe Acrobat Professional.

Language

•   Fluency in written and oral English is required

Location: Accra

How to Apply For the Job

Interested candidate should check below to apply.

Click Here To Apply Online

Closing Date: 22 August, 2016

{UNOPS,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Master’s Degree, 9 years,22 Aug-2016};

Background Information – Job-specific

The mission of the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is to expand the capacity of the UN system and its partners to implement peacebuilding, humanitarian and development operations that matter for people in need. In line with its mandate UNOPS acts as a central resource for the United Nations system in procurement and contracts management as well as in civil works and physical infrastructure development, including the related capacity development activities.

UNOPS Ghana Operational Hub (GHOH), located in Accra, Ghana is responsible for projects in Anglophone West Africa, covering Ghana, Gambia, Liberia, Nigeria and Sierra Leone. GHOH is responsible for managing strategic and operational risks associated with a subset of the regional portfolio of engagements, developing and delivering cost effective services contributing to partners’ sustainable results and achievements of UNOPS management results.

The core functions of the Operational Hub are to:

•   Liaise and develop engagements, and deliver services responding to partner needs.
•   Leverage advice and integrate delivery modalities of the three Delivery Practices and the Global Partner Service Office.
•   Maintain appropriate arrangements and capacity for direct transactional support for delivery of the sub regional portfolio.

UNOPS has significant experience in post conflict, post disaster and the field of reconstruction of conflict stricken Infrastructure systems.

Functional Responsibilities

Under the overall supervision of the Senior Infrastructure Advisor, the Mechanical Design Engineer will give his/her technical expertise as required to manage and co-ordinate any designs assigned and related documentation works. He or she is responsible for managing staff under his/her supervision  and ensure high quality design documentation is carried out on time and on or under budget. The projects may be in national and or international locations.

Specifically, the incumbent will be responsible for the following substantive tasks. The tasks would involve the following but not limited to:

•   Conduct assessment of utility facilities, prodcue report and corresponding estimate
•   Supervise and coordinate the works and submissions of the electrical and mechanical engineers within GHOH or consulted externally.
•   Design and review mechincal istallation and services in buildings; Ventilations, fire safety, ducting systems, Water and waste management mechanical systems
•   The consultant will be requested to work from home and be prepared to travel to any site in or around the countries under GHOH as required and as UNDSS permits.

An agreed TOR including the scope, deliverables and the maximum time duration will be agreed upon by UNOPS-GHOH and the Mechanical Design Engineer prior to commencement of each and every assignment. The Mechanical Design Engineer shall give his/her technical expertise as required to manage and coordinate any design assigned and related documentation works. He/she is responsible for performing high quality design and documentation of projects which is to be carried out on time as per the agreed task.

Monitoring and Progress Controls

•   Prepare design briefs and the design reports that address specific clients and stakeholder requirements and specifications as and when necessary.
•   Preparation of comprehensive design documentation, specifications and other project documents to meet the required quality and detailing as stipulated.
•   Work closely with other Architects, Engineers, Draftsperson and Quantity Surveyors in the planning of projects, scheduling of tasks and developing an integrated design.
•   Review and ensure the documents prepared meets the quality standard requirements.
•   Responsible for timely delivery of the expected outputs.
•   Carry out design of services for projects according to the Client’s Design requirement and as per international standards and codes of practices.
•   Monitor delivery of services design documents. Highlight possible non or late delivery prior to the event.
•   Carry out site inspections and assessments as required and prepare reports only when required.
•   Proactively manage the design/review projects, ensuring that they meet the high standards expected by UNOPS, while delivering the program within its time and budget constraints.
•   Liaise with international clients and address requirements.
•   Coordinate the works and submissions with all other disciplines; Architectural and Structural Design Engineers and QS.
•   Carry out research and identify appropriate technologies/techniques/designs that can be incorporated in the project design.
•   Carry out technical reviews as appropriate.
•   Review and certify Building Services design documentations as a third party independent body when required.
•   Co-ordinate the team effort to complete any task as would be required and appropriate if assigned.
•   Ability to use drawings software such as Autodesk –AutoCAD and Revit

Final Product

Ensure project design and construction quality is high observing local and UN standards applicable and relevant OH&S procedures are adhered to.

Qualification Required & Experience

Education

•   Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field. Applicant with Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field or related field with 9 years of relevant working experience may also be considered.
•   A combination of a Technical Diploma with an additional 11 years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the education requirements outlined above.

Experience

•   7 years of relevant working experience with demonstrated capacity to deliver results in an international development environment in the field of Mechanical Engineering.
•   Candidates with experience working with UN or other Humanitarian/Development agencies will be well regarded.
•   Membership to in a recognized engineering body/ institution and a valid practicing license is desirable.

Language

•   Fluency in written and oral English is required.

Location: Accra

How to Apply For the Job

Interested candidate should check below to apply.

Click Here To Apply Online

Closing Date: 22 August, 2016

{UNOPS,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Master’s Degree, 9 years,22 Aug-2016};

Background Information – Job-specific

The mission of the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is to expand the capacity of the UN system and its partners to implement peacebuilding, humanitarian and development operations that matter for people in need. In line with its mandate UNOPS acts as a central resource for the United Nations system in procurement and contracts management as well as in civil works and physical infrastructure development, including the related capacity development activities.

UNOPS Ghana Operational Hub (GHOH), located in Accra, Ghana is responsible for projects in Anglophone West Africa, covering Ghana, Gambia, Liberia, Nigeria and Sierra Leone. GHOH is responsible for managing strategic and operational risks associated with a subset of the regional portfolio of engagements, developing and delivering cost effective services contributing to partners’ sustainable results and achievements of UNOPS management results.

The core functions of the Operational Hub are to:       

•   Liaise and develop engagements, and deliver services responding to partner needs.
•   Leverage advice and integrate delivery modalities of the three Delivery Practices and the Global Partner Service Office.
•   Maintain appropriate arrangements and capacity for direct transactional support for delivery of the sub regional portfolio.

UNOPS has significant experience in post conflict, post disaster and the field of reconstruction of conflict stricken Infrastructure systems.

Functional Responsibilities

Under the overall supervision of the Senior Infrastructure Advisor, the Structural Engineer will give his/her technical expertise as required to manage and co-ordinate any designs assigned and related documentation works. He or she is responsible for managing staff under his/her supervision and ensure high quality design documentation is carried out on time and on or under budget. The projects may be in national and or international locations.

Specifically, the incumbent will be responsible for the following substantive tasks. The tasks would involve the following but not limited to:

•   Collate feedback and prepare consultation/assessment reports.
•   Perform and Coordinate the structural design works and submissions.
•   The consultant will be requested to work from home and be prepared to travel to any site in or around the countries under GHOH as required in accordance with UNDSS restrictions.

An agreed TOR including the scope, deliverables and the maximum time duration will be agreed upon by UNOPS-GHOH and the Structural Engineer prior to commencement of each and every assignment. The Structural Engineer shall give his/her technical expertise as required to manage and coordinate any design assigned and related documentation works. He/she is responsible for performing high quality design and documentation of projects which is to be carried out on time as per the agreed task.

Monitoring and Progress Controls:

•   Prepare design briefs and the design reports that address specific clients and stakeholder requirements and specifications as and when necessary.
•   Preparation of comprehensive design documentation, specifications, bar bending schedules and other project documents to meet the required quality and detailing.
•   Work closely with Project Managers, Architects, Engineers, Draftsperson and Quantity Surveyors in the planning of projects, scheduling of tasks and developing an integrated design.
•   Review and ensure the documents prepared meets the quality standard requirements.
•   Responsible for timely delivery of the expected outputs.
•   Carry out structural design of services according to the client’s design requirement and as per applicable international standards and codes of practices.
•   Strong ability in producing and reviewing structural bill of quantities.
•   Monitor delivery of services design documents. Highlight possible non or late delivery prior to the event.
•   Carry out structural site inspections and assessments as required report as required.
•   Assist in the development of specifications, procedures and QA/QC protocols when required.
•   Proactively manage the design/review projects, ensuring that they meet the high standards expected by UNOPS, while delivering the program within its time and budget constraints.
•   Liaise with national and international clients and address requirements when required.
•   Coordinate the works and submissions with all other disciplines – Architectural and Design Engineers and Quantity Surveyors.
•   Carry out research and identify appropriate technologies/techniques/designs that can be incorporated in the project design.
•   Carry out technical reviews as appropriate.
•   Review and certify structural design documentations as a third party independent body when required.
•   Co-ordinate the team effort to complete any task as would be required and appropriate if assigned.

Final Product

Ensure project design and construction quality is high observing local and UN standards applicable and relevant health and safety procedures are adhered to.

Qualification Required & Experience

Education

•   Master’s degree in Structural Engineering/Building Engineering or related field. Applicant with Bachelors degree in Structural Engineering/Building Engineering or related field with 9 years of relevant working experience may also be considered.
•   A combination of a Technical Diploma with an additional 11 years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the education requirements outlined above.

Experience

•   7 years of relevant working experience with demonstrated capacity to deliver results in an international development environment in the field of Structural Engineering for vertical structures (buildings).
•   Candidates with experience working with UN or other Humanitarian/Development agencies will be well regarded.
•   Demonstrated computer ability in using MS Office Suite and structural analysis and engineering design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, MathCAD, PLS-CDD, StaadPro, etc. is desirable

Language

•   Fluency in written and oral English is required.

Location: Accra

How to Apply For the Job

Interested candidate should check below to apply.

Click Here To Apply Online

Closing Date: 22 August, 2016

{UNOPS,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Master’s Degree, 9 years,22 Aug-2016};

Background Information – Job-specific

The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world.  Mandated as a central resource of the United Nations, UNOPS provides sustainable project management, procurement and infrastructure services to a wide range of governments, donors and United Nations organizations.  With over 7,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, UNOPS offers its partners the logistical, technical and management knowledge they need, where they need it.  By implementing around 1,000 projects for our partners at any given time, UNOPS makes significant contributions to results on the ground, often in the most challenging environments.

UNOPS Ghana Operational Hub (GHOH), located in Accra, Ghana is responsible for projects in Anglophone West Africa, covering Ghana, Gambia, Liberia, Nigeria and Sierra Leone. GHOH is responsible for managing strategic and operational risks associated with a subset of the regional portfolio of engagements, developing and delivering cost effective services contributing to partners’ sustainable results and achievements of UNOPS management results.

Functional Responsibilities

Under the overall supervision of the Senior Infrastructure Advisor, the Highway Design Engineer will give his/her technical expertise as required to manage and co-ordinate any designs assigned and related documentation works. He or she is responsible for managing staff under his/her supervision and ensure high quality design documentation is carried out on time and on or under budget. The projects may be in national and or international locations.

Specifically, the incumbent will be responsible for the following substantive tasks. The tasks would involve the following but not limited to:

•   Collate feedback and prepare consultation/assessment reports.
•   Perform and Coordinate designs and submissions.
•   The consultant will be requested to work from home and be prepared to travel to any site in or around the countries under GHOH as required in accordance with UNDSS restrictions.

An agreed TOR including the scope, deliverables and the maximum time duration will be agreed upon by UNOPS-GHOH and the Highway Design Engineer prior to commencement of each and every assignment. The Highway Design Engineer shall give his/her technical expertise as required to manage and coordinate any design assigned and related documentation works.

Monitoring and Progress Controls:

•   Provide design services for highways.
•   Prepare design briefs and the design reports that address specific clients and stakeholder requirements and specifications as and when necessary.
•   Preparation of comprehensive design documentation, specifications, and other project documents to meet the required quality and detailing.
•   Work closely with Project Managers, Highway Design Engineers, Draftsperson and Quantity Surveyors in the planning of projects, scheduling of tasks and developing an integrated design.
•   Review and ensure the documents prepared meets the quality standard requirements.
•   Responsible for timely delivery of the expected outputs.
•   Carry out design services according to the client’s design requirement and as per applicable international standards and codes of practices.
•   Strong ability in producing and reviewing highway design drawings and specifications.
•   Monitor delivery of services design documents. Highlight possible non or late delivery prior to the event.
•   Carry out site inspections and assessments as required, report as required.
•   Assist in the development of specifications, procedures and QA/QC protocols when required.
•   Proactively manage the design/review projects, ensuring that they meet the high standards expected by UNOPS, while delivering the program within its time and budget constraints.
•   Liaise with national and international clients and address requirements when required.
•   Coordinate the works and submissions with all other Highway Design Engineering disciplines.
•   Carry out research and identify appropriate technologies/techniques/designs that can be incorporated in the project design.
•   Carry out technical reviews as appropriate.
•   Review and certify design documentations as a third party independent body when required.
•   Co-ordinate the team effort to complete any task as would be required and appropriate if assigned.

Final Product

Ensure project design and construction quality is high observing local and UN standards applicable and relevant health and safety procedures are adhered to.

Competencies

UNOPS Core Values/Competencies

•   Professionalism
•   Respect for Diversity
•   Creativity and innovation
•   Commitment to continuous Learning
•   Organizing and quality
•   Results orientation
•   Communications skills
•   Teamwork skills
•   Client focus

Functional Competencies

•   Ability to work to meet tight schedules under stressful environment and varied cultural context.
•   Good team player attitude.
•   Ability to perform with professionalism, integrity and commitment to project demands.
•   Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
•   Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Qualification Required & Experience

Education

•   Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering with emphasis on Transportation Engineering or Highway Engineering.
•   Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree with 9 years of relevant working experience may also be considered. Applicants with Technical/Professional Diploma Certification with 11 years may well be considered.

Experience

•   7 years of years of relevant working experience of both labour based and equipment based rural road contracting.
•   Candidates with experience working with UN or other Humanitarian/Development agencies will be well regarded.
•   Technical proficiency in using MS Office Suite, AutoCAD and in at least one highway design software.
•   Membership in a recognized engineering body / institution is desirable.

Language

•   Fluency in written and spoken English is required.

Location: Accra

How to Apply For the Job

Interested candidate should check below to apply.

Click Here To Apply Online

Closing Date: 22 August, 2016

{UNOPS,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Master’s Degree, 9 years,22 Aug-2016};

Background Information – Job-specific

The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world.  Mandated as a central resource of the United Nations, UNOPS provides sustainable project management, procurement and infrastructure services to a wide range of governments, donors and United Nations organizations.  With over 7,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, UNOPS offers its partners the logistical, technical and management knowledge they need, where they need it.  By implementing around 1,000 projects for our partners at any given time, UNOPS makes significant contributions to results on the ground, often in the most challenging environments.

UNOPS Ghana Operational Hub (GHOH), located in Accra, Ghana is responsible for projects in Anglophone West Africa, covering Ghana, Gambia, Liberia, Nigeria and Sierra Leone. GHOH is responsible for managing strategic and operational risks associated with a subset of the regional portfolio of engagements, developing and delivering cost effective services contributing to partners’ sustainable results and achievements of UNOPS management results.

Functional Responsibilities

Under the overall supervision of the Senior Infrastructure Advisor, the Materials/Pavement Engineer will give his/her technical expertise as required to manage and co-ordinate any designs assigned and related documentation works. He or she is responsible for managing staff under his/her supervision and ensure high quality design documentation is carried out on time and on or under budget. The projects may be in national and or international locations.

Specifically, the incumbent will be responsible for the following substantive tasks. The tasks would involve the following but not limited to:

•   Collate feedback and prepare consultation/assessment reports.
•   Perform and Coordinate designs and submissions.
•   The consultant will be requested to work from home and be prepared to travel to any site in or around the countries under GHOH as required in accordance with UNDSS restrictions.

An agreed TOR including the scope, deliverables and the maximum time duration will be agreed upon by UNOPS-GHOH and the Engineer prior to commencement of each and every assignment. The Engineer shall give his/her technical expertise as required to manage and coordinate any design assigned and related documentation works.

Monitoring and Progress Controls:

•   Establishment of appropriate material testing procedures.
•   Assisting in developing a pavement maintenance management system.
•   Ensure staffs are trained in the monitoring of materials standards for works contracts and the management of material testing inputs.
•   Prepare design briefs and the design reports that address specific clients and stakeholder requirements and specifications as and when necessary.
•   Preparation of comprehensive design documentation, specifications, and other project documents to meet the required quality and detailing.
•   Work closely with Project Managers, Engineers, Draftsperson and Quantity Surveyors in the planning of projects, scheduling of tasks and developing an integrated design.
•   Review and ensure the documents prepared meets the quality standard requirements.
•   Responsible for timely delivery of the expected outputs.
•   Carry out design services according to the client’s design requirement and as per applicable international standards and codes of practices.
•   Strong ability in producing and reviewing highway design drawings and specifications.
•   Monitor delivery of services design documents. Highlight possible non or late delivery prior to the event.
•   Carry out site inspections and assessments as required, report as required.
•   Assist in the development of specifications, procedures and QA/QC protocols when required.
•   Proactively manage the design/review projects, ensuring that they meet the high standards expected by UNOPS, while delivering the program within its time and budget constraints.
•   Liaise with national and international clients and address requirements when required.
•   Coordinate the works and submissions with all other engineering disciplines.
•   Carry out research and identify appropriate technologies/techniques/designs that can be incorporated in the project design.
•   Carry out technical reviews as appropriate.
•   Review and certify design documentations as a third party independent body when required.
•   Co-ordinate the team effort to complete any task as would be required and appropriate if assigned.

Final Product

Ensure project design and construction quality is high observing local and UN standards applicable and relevant health and safety procedures are adhered to.

Competencies

UNOPS Core Values/Competencies

•   Professionalism
•   Respect for Diversity
•   Creativity and innovation
•   Commitment to continuous Learning
•   Organizing and quality
•   Results orientation
•   Communications skills
•   Teamwork skills
•   Client focus

Functional Competencies

•   Ability to work to meet tight schedules under stressful environment and varied cultural context.
•   Good team player attitude.
•   Ability to perform with professionalism, integrity and commitment to project demands.
•   Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
•   Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Qualification Required & Experience

Education

•   Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field. Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree with 9 years of additional relevant professional experience in civil engineering or related field may be considered in lieu of the Master’s Degree. Applicants with Technical/Professional Diploma Certification with 11 years may well be considered.

Experience

•   7 years of years of relevant working experience with demonstrated capacity to deliver results in an international development environment in design, construction, quality control, and maintenance of highways.
•   General professional experience in road pavement design, construction and testing linked to the development of a road asset management/maintenance system.
•   Extensive  working  knowledge  of  low  cost  pavement  and gravel  road  design procedures and laboratory testing.
•   Fully conversant with and have experience of pavement monitoring procedures, including equipment calibration, evaluation and interpretation of results.
•   Candidates with experience working with UN or other Humanitarian/Development agencies and technical proficiency in using MS Office Suite will be well regarded.
•   Membership in a recognized engineering body / institution is desirable.

Language

•   Fluency in written and spoken English is required.

Location: Accra

How to Apply For the Job

Interested candidate should check below to apply.

Click Here To Apply Online

Closing Date: 22 August, 2016

{UNOPS,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Master’s Degree, 9 years,22 Aug-2016};

Background Information – Job-specific

The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world.  Mandated as a central resource of the United Nations, UNOPS provides sustainable project management, procurement and infrastructure services to a wide range of governments, donors and United Nations organizations.  With over 7,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, UNOPS offers its partners the logistical, technical and management knowledge they need, where they need it.  By implementing around 1,000 projects for our partners at any given time, UNOPS makes significant contributions to results on the ground, often in the most challenging environments.

UNOPS Ghana Operational Hub (GHOH), located in Accra, Ghana is responsible for projects in Anglophone West Africa, covering Ghana, Gambia, Liberia, Nigeria and Sierra Leone. GHOH is responsible for managing strategic and operational risks associated with a subset of the regional portfolio of engagements, developing and delivering cost effective services contributing to partners’ sustainable results and achievements of UNOPS management results.

Functional Responsibilities

Under the overall supervision of the Senior Infrastructure Advisor, the Structural Engineer/Bridge Engineer will give his/her technical expertise as required to manage and co-ordinate any designs assigned and related documentation works. He or she is responsible for managing staff under his/her supervision and ensure high quality design documentation is carried out on time and on or under budget. The projects may be in national and or international locations.

Specifically, the incumbent will be responsible for the following substantive tasks. The tasks would involve the following but not limited to:

•   Collate feedback and prepare consultation/assessment reports.
•   Perform and Coordinate the structural design works and submissions.
•   The consultant will be requested to work from home and be prepared to travel to any site in or around the countries under GHOH as required in accordance with UNDSS restrictions.

An agreed TOR including the scope, deliverables and the maximum time duration will be agreed upon by UNOPS-GHOH and the Structural Engineer/Bridge Engineer prior to commencement of each and every assignment. The Structural Engineer/Bridge Engineer shall give his/her technical expertise as required to manage and coordinate any design assigned and related documentation works. He/she is responsible for performing high quality design and documentation of projects which is to be carried out on time as per the agreed task.

Monitoring and Progress Controls:

•   Familiar with modern methods of design and construction of bridges and culverts involving RCC/steel structures, international design standards and technical specifications, quality control/assurance procedures for construction of different component of bridges.
•   Prepare design briefs and the design reports that address specific clients and stakeholder requirements and specifications as and when necessary.
•   Preparation of comprehensive design documentation, specifications, bar bending schedules and other project documents to meet the required quality and detailing.
•   Work closely with Project Managers, Architects, Engineers, Draftsperson and Quantity Surveyors in the planning of projects, scheduling of tasks and developing an integrated design.
•   Review and ensure the documents prepared meets the quality standard requirements.
•   Responsible for timely delivery of the expected outputs.
•   Carry out structural design of services according to the client’s design requirement and as per applicable international standards and codes of practices.
•   Strong ability in producing and reviewing structural bill of quantities.
•   Monitor delivery of services design documents. Highlight possible non or late delivery prior to the event.
•   Carry out structural site inspections and assessments as required report as required.
•   Assist in the development of specifications, procedures and QA/QC protocols when required.
•   Proactively manage the design/review projects, ensuring that they meet the high standards expected by UNOPS, while delivering the program within its time and budget constraints.
•   Liaise with national and international clients and address requirements when required.
•   Coordinate the works and submissions with all other disciplines – Architectural and Design Engineers and Quantity Surveyors.
•   Carry out research and identify appropriate technologies/techniques/designs that can be incorporated in the project design.
•   Carry out technical reviews as appropriate.
•   Review and certify structural design documentations as a third party independent body when required.
•   Co-ordinate the team effort to complete any task as would be required and appropriate if assigned.

Final Product

Ensure project design and construction quality is high observing local and UN standards applicable and relevant health and safety procedures are adhered to.

Competencies

UNOPS Core Values/Competencies

•   Professionalism
•   Respect for Diversity
•   Creativity and innovation
•   Commitment to continuous Learning
•   Organizing and quality
•   Results orientation
•   Communications skills
•   Teamwork skills
•   Client focus

Functional Competencies

•   Ability to work to meet tight schedules under stressful environment and varied cultural context.
•   Good team player attitude.
•   Ability to perform with professionalism, integrity and commitment to project demands.
•   Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
•   Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Qualification Required & Experience

Education

•   Master’s Degree in Structural Engineer/Bridge Engineer   or related field.
•   Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree with 9 years of additional relevant professional experience in structural engineering or related field may be considered in lieu of the Master’s Degree.
•   Applicants with Technical/Professional Diploma Certification with 11 years may well be considered.

Experience

•   7 years of years of relevant working experience with demonstrated capacity to deliver results in an international development environment in design,in Structural Engineering of transportation structures, i.e., bridges, culverts.
•   Candidates with experience working with UN or other Humanitarian/Development agencies and demonstrated computer ability in using MS Office Suite and structural analysis and engineering design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, MathCAD, PLS-CDD, StaadPro, etc.will be well regarded.
•   Membership to Professional Engineer’s list from a recognized engineering body / institution is desirable.

Language

•   Fluency in written and spoken English is required.

Location: Accra

How to Apply For the Job

Interested candidate should check below to apply.

Click Here To Apply Online

Closing Date: 22 August, 2016

{UNOPS,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Master’s Degree, 9 years,22 Aug-2016};

Background Information – Job-specific

The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world.  Mandated as a central resource of the United Nations, UNOPS provides sustainable project management, procurement and infrastructure services to a wide range of governments, donors and United Nations organizations.  With over 7,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, UNOPS offers its partners the logistical, technical and management knowledge they need, where they need it.  By implementing around 1,000 projects for our partners at any given time, UNOPS makes significant contributions to results on the ground, often in the most challenging environments.

UNOPS Ghana Operational Hub (GHOH), located in Accra, Ghana is responsible for projects in Anglophone West Africa, covering Ghana, Gambia, Liberia, Nigeria and Sierra Leone. GHOH is responsible for managing strategic and operational risks associated with a subset of the regional portfolio of engagements, developing and delivering cost effective services contributing to partners’ sustainable results and achievements of UNOPS management results.

Functional Responsibilities

Under the overall supervision of the Senior Infrastructure Advisor, the Transport/Traffic Engineer will give his/her technical expertise as required to manage and co-ordinate any designs assigned and related documentation works. He or she is responsible for managing staff under his/her supervision and ensure high quality design documentation is carried out on time and on or under budget. The projects may be in national and or international locations.

Specifically, the incumbent will be responsible for the following substantive tasks. The tasks would involve the following but not limited to:

•   Collate feedback and prepare consultation/assessment reports.
•   Perform and Coordinate designs and submissions.
•   The consultant will be requested to work from home and be prepared to travel to any site in or around the countries under GHOH as required in accordance with UNDSS restrictions.

An agreed TOR including the scope, deliverables and the maximum time duration will be agreed upon by UNOPS-GHOH and the Transport/Traffic Engineer prior to commencement of each and every assignment. The Transport/Traffic Engineer shall give his/her technical expertise as required to manage and coordinate any design assigned and related documentation works. He/she is responsible for performing high quality design and documentation of projects which is to be carried out on time as per the agreed task.

Monitoring and Progress Controls:

•   Provide analysis and design of transportation-related facilities.
•   Prepare briefs and reports that address specific clients and stakeholder requirements and specifications as and when necessary.
•   Preparation of comprehensive documentation, specifications, and other project documents to meet the required quality and detailing.
•   Work closely with Engineers, Draftsperson and Quantity Surveyors in the planning of projects, scheduling of tasks and developing an integrated design.
•   Review and ensure the documents prepared meets the quality standard requirements.
•   Responsible for timely delivery of the expected outputs.
•   Carry out services according to the client’s design requirement and as per applicable international standards and codes of practices.
•   Strong ability in producing and reviewing highway design drawings and specifications.
•   Monitor delivery of services design documents. Highlight possible non or late delivery prior to the event.
•   Carry out site inspections and assessments as required, report as required.
•   Assist in the development of specifications, procedures and QA/QC protocols when required.
•   Proactively manage the design/review projects, ensuring that they meet the high standards expected by UNOPS, while delivering the program within its time and budget constraints.
•   Liaise with national and international clients and address requirements when required.
•   Coordinate the works and submissions with all other engineering disciplines.
•   Carry out research and identify appropriate technologies/techniques/designs that can be incorporated in the project design.
•   Carry out technical reviews as appropriate.
•   Review and certify design documentations as a third party independent body when required.
•   Co-ordinate the team effort to complete any task as would be required and appropriate if assigned.

Final Product

Ensure project design and construction quality is high observing local and UN standards applicable and relevant health and safety procedures are adhered to.

Competencies

UNOPS Core Values/Competencies

•   Professionalism
•   Respect for Diversity
•   Creativity and innovation
•   Commitment to continuous Learning
•   Organizing and quality
•   Results orientation
•   Communications skills
•   Teamwork skills
•   Client focus

Functional Competencies

•   Ability to work to meet tight schedules under stressful environment and varied cultural context.
•   Good team player attitude.
•   Ability to perform with professionalism, integrity and commitment to project demands.
•   Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
•   Excellent written and spoken English.

Qualification Required & Experience

Education

•   Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering with emphasis on Transportation/Traffic Engineering.
•   Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree with 9 years of additional relevant professional experience in civil engineering (transportation, planning, or traffic) or related field may be considered in lieu of the Master’s Degree.
•   Applicants with Technical/Professional Diploma Certification with 11 years may well be considered.

Experience

•   7 years of years of relevant working experience with demonstrated capacity to deliver results in an international development environment.Candidates with experience working with UN or other Humanitarian/Development agencies will be well regarded.
•   Technical proficiency in using MS Office Suite, AutoCAD and in the use of HDM-4 software, RED or similar for transportation/traffic analysis.
•   Membership in a recognized engineering body / institution is desirable.

Language

•   Fluency in written and spoken English is required.

Location: Accra

How to Apply For the Job

Interested candidate should check below to apply.

Click Here To Apply Online

Closing Date: 22 August, 2016