Senior Programme Associate Site Engineering SC7 Vacancy-Job Ref: BJELWFP/2007/2025808

Senior Programme Associate Site Engineering SC7 Vacancy-Job Ref: BJELWFP/2007/2025808

Dili (East Timor)

Job Description

Overview

ABOUT WFP

The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change.

At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP’s values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.

WHY JOIN WFP?

WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.
WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.
WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.

A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.
We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).

Workload Planning and Coordination

Develop and manage weekly workload plans for school kitchen construction in selected Municipalities.
Prioritize tasks in collaboration with the Supervisor and WFP Headquarter Technical Advisor (TA).
Participate in planning and management meetings with relevant stakeholders such as education municipality, school entities, construction company and education infrastructure.
Technical Analysis and Compliance

Contribute to the technical evaluation of partner bids to ensure compliance with tender specifications.
Review and assess technical drawings and specifications from contractors to ensure alignment with project requirements.
Conduct technical analyses of potential new construction sites and provide detailed reports to the supervisor.

Establish and maintain a QA/QC framework, ensuring site records and technical supervision meet national and international standards.
Construction Supervision and Quality Assurance

Provide on-site technical support for design implementation and construction monitoring.
Ensure the quality of materials and workmanship, verifying compliance with approved specifications.
Issue notices for defects and deficiencies, instructing contractors on necessary corrections and replacements.

Conduct quality checks in accordance with WFP Engineering Unit Quality Control Manual.
Implement and monitor quality assurance procedures throughout the construction lifecycle.
Enforce internationally recognized health and safety standards for workers, adjacent properties, site personnel, and the public.
Documentation and Reporting

Establish and maintain comprehensive site records, including Correspondence, Survey data, Inspection and test records, Site diaries, Financial and progress records and Meeting minutes
Prepare and submit monthly progress reports detailing construction updates.
Review and validate contractors’ and partners’ payment documents to ensure compliance with contractual terms.

Draft technical specifications and other required engineering documents.
Project Execution and Handover

Supervise construction activities, ensuring adherence to agreed timelines and procurement processes.
Coordinate with relevant stakeholders as such Education Municipality, School Entities, construction company to facilitate smooth project implementation.
Address and resolve technical issues that may arise during construction.
Conduct final quality inspections, ensuring that all work meets contractual and regulatory standards.
Oversee the preparation of as-built drawings and relevant documentation for project handover.

Support other related Infrastructure Establishment and school feeding related activities

Support in the logistics planning and execution for the establishment of Mobile Storage Units (MSU), ensuring proper site preparation and infrastructure setup.
Assist in the coordination and reallocation of containers, ensuring efficient placement and adherence to operational requirements.
Provide technical support for the establishment of milling machines for rice fortification, including site assessment, installation supervision, and compliance with operational standards.
Collaborate with other units or administrative teams to optimize space utilization and streamline logistical processes related to construction and equipment placement.

Provide support for school feeding-related activities, including organizing training sessions, workshops, and meetings.
Participate in and support monitoring visits to assess the implementation of school feeding infrastructure and ensure compliance with program standards.
Assist in the preparation and distribution of project-related documents, such as training materials, reports, and stakeholder communications.
Assist in the preparation and distribution of project-related documents, such as meeting minutes and newsletters.
Perform other duties as required by the supervisor and WFP Headquarter Technical Advisor.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Experience in both Civil engineering projects and Building design projects.
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and AutoCAD.
Knowledge of public procurement procedures.
UN experience is beneficial.
Education:

University degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
A Training certificate in the related functional area has added value
Qualification/experience in health and safety
Experience:

Minimum 5 years of experience in site engineering, construction supervision, or project management.
Experience with quality assurance and control in construction projects.
Knowledge of national and international construction standards and health and safety regulations.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Proficiency in relevant engineering software and documentation tools.
Experience of working in the Humanitarian Community.
Language:

Fluency in both oral and written communication in Tetum and English. Knowledge of the Portuguese language will be beneficial.

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

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