Job Description (Paraphrased):
Background Information - Afghanistan
UNOPS Afghanistan has over two decades of experience working to improve lives in Afghanistan. The Afghanistan Country Office (AFCO) operates as a mechanism to implement projects that meet critical needs in sectors such as humanitarian aid, infrastructure, cash-for-work programs, development, procurement, and human resources.
The primary objective of UNOPS AFCO is to enhance the lives of people across Afghanistan—men, women, boys, and girls—by delivering efficient, cost-effective implementation services that support humanitarian and developmental efforts. The mission is to consistently exceed stakeholder expectations, improving lives across all contexts and circumstances.
Project Overview
The World Bank's Water Emergency Relief Project (WERP), funded by the Afghanistan Reconstruction Trust Fund (ARTF), addresses water supply and irrigation issues in rural Afghanistan. UNOPS implements the project’s second component, focused on solar-powered surface water irrigation systems in selected rural areas.
This component seeks to provide reliable, sustainable irrigation solutions while supporting the local private sector through collaborations with Private Energy Service Companies (PESCs). These companies handle design, installation, and management of energy services to support agricultural irrigation.
Job-Specific Background
The Associate Civil Engineer plays a vital role in the WERP team, supporting activities like drafting designs, preparing bills of quantities (BoQs) and specifications, conducting surveys, monitoring construction, and performing engineering analyses. Reporting to the Engineering Team Lead and Project Manager, the engineer ensures project outputs align with rural Afghan conditions and meet quality assurance and control standards.
Key Responsibilities
Coordination, Delivery, and Performance:
- Assist with planning and managing construction activities.
- Support the preparation of calculations, drawings, and specifications.
- Contribute to technical reporting and project progress updates.
- Provide inputs for procurement-related tasks, including preparing tender documents.
- Support payment certificate preparation and HSSE (Health, Safety, Social, and Environmental) monitoring.
Monitoring and Reporting:
- Verify construction designs and specifications for accuracy.
- Monitor project activities against work plans and report on workforce, risks, and compliance issues.
Knowledge Building and Sharing:
- Share best practices and lessons learned within engineering communities.
- Collaborate with team members, including architects, engineers, and project managers, to enhance knowledge and project outcomes.
Education, Experience, and Language Requirements
Education:
- A high school diploma with at least six years of relevant experience is required.
- A bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field can substitute for some experience.
Experience:
- Minimum of six years in construction or civil design is essential.
- Familiarity with UNOPS/UN guidelines and software such as Google Suite, MS Office, AutoCAD, and MS Project is an advantage.
Language:
- Proficiency in written and spoken English is mandatory.
Submission Guidelines:
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