Assistant Electrical Distribution Engineer

Job categories Engineering

Vacancy code VA/2020/B5303/19351

Department/office AFR, KEMCO, Kenya MCO

Duty station Chipinge, Zimbabwe

Contract type Local ICA Support

Contract level LICA-6

Duration Open-ended contract, subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance)

Application period 14-Feb-2020 to 10-Mar-2020

Applications to vacancies must be received before midnight Copenhagen time (CET) on the closing date of the announcement.

Please note that UNOPS will at no stage of the recruitment process request candidates to make payments of any kind.

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Background Information - Job-specific

Following the devastation caused to life, livelihoods and property by Cyclone Idai in March
2019, the World Bank (WB) has allocated up to US$ 72 million to finance a recovery project for
Zimbabwe and the African Development Bank (AfDB) has allocated US$ 25 million to finance
socioeconomic recovery in Zimbabwe. These projects address both early and mid-term recovery needs
in multiple sectors (livelihoods, health, education, agriculture and infrastructure). UNOPS has been
requested to establish multiple projects in Zimbabwe to assist with the recovery of the selected areas
in Zimbabwe that were most affected by the cyclone.
The particular project that these terms of reference is in respect to is the AfDB funded Post Cyclone
Idai and Kenneth Emergency Recovery and Resilience Programme (PCIREP) for Zimbabwe.
An Assistant Electrical Distribution Engineer will be required for the above mentioned AfDB project
(based in Chipinge).
The Assistant Electrical Distribution Engineer is responsible to support the Electrical Distribution
Engineer in all aspects of the project life cycle. S/he must be able to apply with direction, the duties and
responsibilities of the project success criteria, given below.
The incumbent will be based in Chipinge with possible requirements for travel to other Districts of
Manicaland Province (Chimanimani) and will work in close collaboration with the respective Project
Manager and the KEMC Technical Services Unit.
The Assistant Electrical Distribution Engineer will work under the guidance and supervision of and
report to the Electrical Distribution Engineer to assist in the monitoring the design development and
construction work implemented by design consultants and contractors and also by the Zimbabwe
Electrical Transmission and Distribution Company (ZETDC).

Functional Responsibilities

1. Stakeholder Management Assist the Electrical Distribution Engineer to ma...

1. Stakeholder Management

Assist the Electrical Distribution Engineer to manage communications and ensure stakeholders are aware of project activities, progress, exceptions and that stakeholders are able to accept the handover of the project outputs;
Assist the Electrical Distribution Engineer to manage design consultants and their performance/delivery during the design development phase for MV electrical distribution systems;
Assist the Electrical Distribution Engineer to manage the performance and delivery of works being conducted by both contractors and ZETDC to ensure compliance with designs, codes, regulations and standards;
Advise the Electrical Distribution Engineer regarding issues that may impact the achievement of the project outputs, including issues of sustainability, resilience and post project requirements such as maintenance;
Assist the Electrical Distribution Engineer to manage project information flows between the various assigned work packages and the rest of the project team;

2. Operations

Implement approved work packages (including the establishment of milestones) within tolerances set by the Project Board;
Partake in the management of the delivery of effective designs which conform to all codes of practice and industry standards in Electrical Distribution Systems, Substation Design and Build projects up to 33kV;
Assist the Electrical Distribution Engineer to manage the production of the required project products, taking responsibility for the overall progress and effective use of resources and initiating corrective actions where necessary;
Ensure compliance with UNOPS and Zimbabwe National Health & Safety and Electrical Distribution Systems Installation Regulations and Construction Quality Assurance;
Assist with the preparation of tender and contract documentation including specifications, bills of quantities and drawings where required;
Liaise with external equipment and services suppliers and/or account managers;
Advise the Electrical Distribution Engineer of any deviations from the project plan;
Identify and manage risks so that maximum benefits to the project are achieved. Review and manage project products quality and ensure that completed outputs are accepted by the relevant stakeholders;
Assist the Electrical Distribution Engineer to monitor and evaluate the performance and delivery of service providers;
Identify and report potential business opportunities for UNOPS to UNOPS Management.
Identify and report threats to the UNOPS internal project business case to the Electrical Distribution Engineer;
Daily coordination with relevant stakeholders such as other UN agencies, NGOs, Community and government counterparts and contractors;
Quality Control of all matters pertaining to the delivery of the project;
Daily coordination with relevant stakeholders such as other UN agencies, NGOs, Community and government counterparts and contractors;
Quality Control of all matters pertaining to the delivery of the project;
Schedule and time management;
Provision of relevant information to enable reporting in line with the provisions of design documentation and contractual requirements;
Assist with the final closure of the project upon completion, delivery and acceptance of all project outputs;
Perform other duties as assigned by the Electrical Distribution Engineer;

3.Procedures

Follow the Project Management Cycle Instructions and ensure that all UNOPS
organizational policy is complied with (Organizational Directives and Administrative
Instructions);
Prepare and provide contributions to Checkpoint Reports and Monthly Project Highlight
Reports;
Assist the Electrical Distribution Engineer in ensuring that all expenditures comply with
UNOPS Financial Rules and Regulations (FRR);
Assist the Electrical Distribution Engineer to manage budgets, cash flow and obligations to ensure that deliverables are achieved and payments to consultants and contractors are received in accordance with contractual requirements;
Understand the unique structures of the United Nations (UN) and budget appropriately for
assigned posts;
Assist the Electrical Distribution Engineer to manage and remain responsible for
expenditures against the project budget, based upon accurate financial reporting and
records;

4. Knowledge Building and Knowledge Sharing

Participate in the relevant UNOPS Communities of Practice;
Actively interact with other members of the project management team, engineers, health,
safety and environment etc;
Complete lessons learned as per UNOPS reporting format and incorporate into the
UNOPS Knowledge Management;

5. Personnel Management

Assist the Electrical Distribution Engineer to lead and motivate the design and construction teams;
Ensure that the behavioral expectations of the United Nations are established and met by all members of the electrical distribution systems team;
Assist the Electrical Distribution Engineer in ensuring that performance reviews are conducted and recorded in the relevant UNOPS systems;
Assist the Electrical Distribution Engineer to identify assigned staff performance issues both positive and negative, and bring to the attention of the Electrical Distribution Engineer for the appropriate performance related actions;
Have a thorough understanding of all UNOPS personnel contract modalities;
Assist the Electrical Distribution Engineer in ensuring compliance by assigned staff with all National and UNOPS safety and security requirements. To include the full compliance with UNDSS systems and requirements;

6. Core Values

Understand and Respect National ownership and capacity;
Seek opportunities to identify and recruit qualified staff;
Identify opportunities to build the capacity of project stakeholders;

7. Accountability for Results and Use of Resources

The project management processes are designed to deliver maximum accountability, transparency and results. If a project output or process is not in line with this intent, it is the responsibility of the Assistant Electrical Distribution Engineer to raise the issue to the Electrical Distribution Engineer and/or supervisor;
Assist the Electrical Distribution Engineer in ensuring that the project work packages deliver the required project products within the specified tolerances for time, cost, quality, scope, risk and benefits;
Maintain formal records and files in accordance with UNOPS policies and procedures; Under the guidance of the Electrical Distribution Engineer, prepare and circulate periodic reports on all aspects of the progress of design development and construction activities;
Be present at all times during the course of construction and installation activities;
Notify the Electrical Distribution Engineer promptly with respect to all matters that require immediate and/or urgent decision making/action, to include those affecting health and safety and environmental issues;
The Assistant Electrical Distribution Engineer shall be responsible for the progress and quality of the delivery of design development and construction. S/he will be responsible for the daily on-site supervision of all works being conducted by contractors and/or ZETDC to thereby ensure the on-site quality control and compliance with design requirements is met;

IV. Impact of Results

All project activities are successfully supervised and monitored against UNOPS Project Management Policies and Procedures, including understanding of the risks and impacts and implementation of mitigation measures;
Successful corrective measures to ensure quality delivery are undertaken by UNOPS and all project partners where mitigation measures have failed;
All reporting, is developed with appropriate levels of quality and delivered as defined in the
UNOPS PMM.

Education

University Degree in Electrical Engineering, or any other electrical distributio...

Experience

Two years experience in the management and supervision of the design development...

Languages

Fluency in written and oral English language is required

Certifications

PRINCE2 Foundation Certification is an added advantage; Membership of a rela...

Competencies

Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and enc...

Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.

Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles.

Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).

Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.

Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements.

Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.

Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

Additional Considerations

Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time Applications ...

Contract type, level and duration

Contract type: Local Individual Contractor Agreement (LICA) Contract level: LICA...

Background Information - UNOPS

UNOPS is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful imp...

UNOPS is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Our mission is to help people build better lives and countries achieve sustainable development.

UNOPS areas of expertise cover infrastructure, procurement, project management, financial management and human resources.

Working with us

UNOPS offers short- and long-term work opportunities in diverse and challenging environments across the globe. We are looking for creative, results-focused professionals with skills in a range of disciplines.

Diversity

With over 4,000 UNOPS personnel and approximately 7,000 personnel recruited on behalf of UNOPS partners spread across 80 countries, our workforce represents a wide range of nationalities and cultures. We promote a balanced, diverse workforce — a strength that helps us better understand and address our partners’ needs, and continually strive to improve our gender balance through initiatives and policies that encourage recruitment of qualified female candidates.

Work life harmonization

UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands.

Background Information - Zimbabwe The Project will fall under the purview of the UNOPS KEMC (Kenya Multi Country Office) Located in Nairobi, Kenya, the Kenya Multi Country Office manages a growing portfolio of engagements, including associated strategic and operational risks. The KEMC sub-region currently consists of an established Operation Centre in Nairobi/Kenya which manages a portfolio of engagements in multiple countries in East and Southern Africa. This includes a large portfolio of Infrastructure, procurement and project management service projects in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zimbabwe and several Island states. 2019, the WB has allocated up to US$ 72 million to finance a recovery project for Zimbabwe and the African Development Bank has allocated US$ 25 million to finance socioeconomic recovery in Zimbabwe.

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