Bio-Medical Engineer (Retainer)

The UNOPS Hub in Amman implements projects on behalf of UN agencies and bilateral donors and in close coordination with the Government and national authorities. With an established presence across the region, the office runs operations including large-scale procurement, project development and technical management, and provides financial, human resources and infrastructure-related services. 

The functional objective of UNOPS Hub in Amman is to deliver its projects in an efficient and effective manner and in line with the principles, rules and regulations of UNOPS, to achieve the outcomes sought by the clients.

UNOPS is committed to achieving a fully diverse workforce.

Background Information – Project Specific 

The current crisis in Lebanon, coupled with the COVID-19 pandemic and the Beirut Port Explosion in August 2020, have impacted the health sector both in terms of the health system and patients themselves. The shortage of funding, health workers, medical supplies and equipment, as well as the aging infrastructure and equipment have created a gap between the increased demand for health service and the capacity of the existing national health system to absorb the current demand.

To contribute to the above, UNOPS, in collaboration with the Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) in Lebanon and international donors, executes a number of projects to support the health sector through provision of biomedical equipment and supplies as well as installation of renewable Solar PV energy Systems and Energy saving lighting equipment. UNOPS continues to support the health care sector in Lebanon in alignment with the Lebanon National Health Strategy- Vision 2030 launched by the Ministry of Public Health.

Under the direct supervision of the Project Manager, the biomedical Engineer will perform tasks that are relevant to part or all of the following list of duties and responsibilities ensuring their effectiveness, transparency and integrity:

• Liaise with the project team in preparing assessment and technical studies for developing, rehabilitating and equipping health care facilities in accordance with the pertinent international standards and codes.

• Assist the project team and the procurement  team in the preparation of  schedules of requirements, operational and functional guarantees, installation, spare parts, warranty requirements, evaluation criteria and documents to be submitted by the bidders; and evaluation of proposals received.Review  submittals of the relevant technical material and Shop Drawings submitted by suppliers, consultants and contractors.

• Assist in the supervision of delivery, testing, commissioning and handing over of goods and works to the beneficiary and training activities by the Suppliers/Contractors.

Technical tasks:

• Participate in conducting site visits and surveys to the assigned health facilities and hospitals, to perform detailed medical needs assessments (provision of equipment, systems and supplies, departments and sections planning and classifications, etc..).

• Prepare detailed specifications for the medical equipment, systems and supplies meeting the needs and requirements of the beneficiary, in accordance with the pertinent international standards and codes, and respecting sustainable procurement principles and practices. 

• Perform preliminary examination and inspection of  defective medical equipment and devices, and identify maintenance/ or replacement requirements.

• Prepare schedules, specifications, and bills of quantities pertaining to medical equipment, devices, systems, tools, supplies, furniture, spare parts, etc. needed for existing or new hospitals/health care facilities.

• Assist in the preparation of medical planning drawings/layouts and review the same if prepared by others (Suppliers, Consultants, Contractors, etc.).

• Prepare accurate cost estimates of medical equipment, devices, systems, tools, supplies, furniture, etc..

• Supervise and follow up the services, activities and works of the Consultants, Suppliers and Contractors, including submittals and drawings/layouts review, site inspections, installations, testing, and commissioning, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with the set specifications and requirements.

Administrative tasks:

• Assist in planning and scheduling pertaining to medical consultancy services, supply of goods and works.

• Assist in documenting pertinent work activities (keeping files, taking photos, notes, measurement sheets, etc.).

• Bachelor's Degree in Biomedical, Electrical, or Electronic Engineering or other related Engineering field is required.

• License/Board Certification in Biomedical Engineering is desirable.

• Advanced Degree (Master’s) in the abovementioned field is considered an asset.

• At least 2 years of experience in preparing technical specifications, installation, testing and commissioning of biomedical equipment including procurement and selection is required.

• At least 1 year of working experience in preparing needs assessments and design for hospitals and health centers is required.

• Knowledge in site preparation for heavy medical equipment such as computed tomography (CT) scan
  and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is required.

• Excellent skills in drafting using Autocad is desired.

• Experience working in an international organization and/or UN Agencies is an asset.

• High proficiency with computers, and other software/ platforms related to the position's field of expertise is desired.

• Good experience in working with the G-Suite platform including, Google Drive, Google Calendar, Gmail, Google Sheets, Docs, and Slides is desired.

• Fluency English and Arabic

Contract type: Local ICA
Contract level: Local ICA Specialist-8
Contract duration:

• Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.

• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

• Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.

• UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures,  languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce. 

• Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply. These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.

• We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process.  If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.

• The duty station is based in Beirut, Lebanon which is a family duty station.

Terms and Conditions 

• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post. 

• For retainer contracts, you must complete a few Mandatory Courses (they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. For more information on a retainer contract here.

• All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.

• It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.