Health, Safety, Social and Environmental (HSSE) Specialist

Job categories Health, Safety and Environment

Vacancy code VA/2022/B5116/25070

Department/office ECR, UAMCO, Ukraine MCO

Duty station Kyiv, Ukraine

Contract type Local ICA Specialist

Contract level LICA Specialist-10

Duration One year initially, renewable subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability

Application period 07-Dec-2022 to 27-Jan-2023

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.

This vacancy is closed.

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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 organisations. With over 6,000 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.

Local Context: With presence and experience in Ukraine since 2016, UNOPS has provided, on behalf of the Government and people of Ukraine, project management and procurement services to support the national reform and sustainable development agenda, environment and climate action, strengthening the rule of law, improving energy and healthcare solutions, as well as resolving economic and governance institutional weaknesses.

The invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, has led to a severe and highly complex humanitarian emergency with global impact as not witnessed in Europe for over 70 years. The international response to the Ukraine crisis has been significant, with notable support being provided by a multitude of donor countries and organizations. UNOPS, with its ability to add considerable value in its core mandated areas of infrastructure, procurement and project management services, is part of the response to the ongoing emergency, and augmenting its capacity to be able to provide robust and timely support over the long term, through the recovery and eventual reconstruction phases. Recognising the enormity and complexity of the challenges ahead, UNOPS is establishing a dedicated Ukraine Country Office (based in Kiev), from where UNOPS’ operations will, with the support of the UNOPS ECR Regional Office (based in Geneva) and UNOPS’ HQ (Copenhagen), be planned, resourced, implemented, managed and controlled in the months and years ahead.

Background Information - Job-specific

The UNOPS Ukraine Office 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 Ukraine Office 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.

The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.

UNOPS is committed to achieving a fully diverse workforce.

Functional Responsibilities

The Health Safety, Social and Environmental (HSSE) Specialist will report direct...

The Health Safety, Social and Environmental (HSSE) Specialist will report directly to Deputy Project Manager and will ensure full coordination with the Regional Infrastructure Advisor, the Regional HSSE Advisor, and the project team.

Under the guidance and direct supervision of Deputy Project Manager, the main duties of the HSSE Specialist is to facilitate compliance with UNOPS Health, Safety, Social and Environmental (HSSE) systems and provide advice on preventive measures needed in order to minimize harm resulting from hazards in the project implemented under the UNOPS Country Office in Ukraine. The incumbent needs to establish a safe workplace according to UNOPS health and safety management systems, and foster a culture of attention to health and safety in all the phases of the implemented projects. Specifically, He/ She will be responsible for the following duties:

HSSE Planning, Coordination, and Implementation

● Provide advice and support on various health and safety related matters in the ongoing

projects (such as noise levels, use of protective equipment, and use of machinery etc.);

● Coordinate the development of health and safety systems, and procedures in line with

corporate policies and guidelines;

● Advise the Deputy Project Manager and Project Engineers on all health and safety related matters during project planning and implementation;

● In line with the UNOPS HSSE policies and procedures, develop and/ or advise on risk

mitigation actions required outlining potential threats, risks levels and recommended mitigation

strategies during project implementation, taking into consideration relevant and existing

assessments;

● Assist in reviewing new project proposals from a health and safety perspective and provide comments and feedback to ensure health and safety components are well addressed;

● Provide advice and support to the DPM and Engineers to prepare health and safety work plans including budget for all aspects of the projects implementation in compliance with UNOPS HSSE

policies, procedures and guidelines;

● Liaise and regularly coordinate with the DPM to ensure their respective contractors meet

their statutory obligations in all areas pertaining to health, safety and welfare at work,

including statutory training and reporting.

HSSE Monitoring and Reporting

● Propose and control projects’ budgets for health and safety and monitor related expenditures;

● Conduct regular field inspection and monitoring visits to the project’s sites to identify possible areas/issues of non-conformity (e.g. unsafe work at heights and in excavations), prepare project’s health and safety related reports on occurrences, and provide statistical information to upper management;

● Provide technical advisory and oversight services to ensure that health and safety is a

core component of all programmes at the different duty stations and that appropriate funding

is provided based on actual needs;

● Implement mechanisms for reporting all health and safety incidents that may have an impact on UNOPS projects , as well as ensure that all accidents are documented, reported internally and/ or externally as per the agreed reporting protocols, investigated while ensuring that any recommended improvements are implemented in a timely manner.

HSSE Compliance

● Ensure that all Health & Safety policies, procedures, rules and regulations are adhered to and

are regularly reviewed, updated and communicated;

● Perform health and safety projects’ assessments, both routine and exceptional, as required,

to ensure optimal health and safety standards are in place;

● Revise and update the office Business Continuity Plan from a health and safety perspective to ensure a safe workplace environment without risk to the health of personnel;

● Devise a plan and conduct periodic projects on-site HSSE Audits and work on the action

plan, if there are any gaps.

HSSE Capacity Building and Knowledge Management

● Initiate, organize, and deliver Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) trainings and learning

initiatives for UNOPS personnel, contractors and partners;

● Oversee UACO’s contributions to health and safety knowledge networks and communities of practice including collaborative synthesis of lessons learnt and dissemination of best practices;

● Provide an induction to all new project managers on HSSE requirements;

● Support the PMs in capacity building planning and transfer of HSSE project-related

knowledge among the relevant projects’ stakeholders, both internal and external.

Competencies

Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and ex...

Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and externally in order to positively shape the organization. Anticipates and perceives the impact and implications of future decisions and activities on other parts of the organization.

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.

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education Advanced university degree is required, preferably in health and ...

Certifications

Certification in Occupational Health and Safety, such as NEBOSH IGC1, IGC2, GC3 ...

Contract type, level and duration

This is a local position, it is therefore open to Nationals of Ukraine and to in...

Additional Information

Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes. Applic...

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.

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.

This vacancy is closed.

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UNOPS – an operational arm of the United Nations – supports the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by successfully implementing its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world.

Our mission is to help people build better lives and countries achieve peace and sustainable development.

We are proud of our people. The UNOPS family brings together approximately 160 nationalities, represented by over 5,000 UNOPS personnel as well as some 7,800 personnel recruited on behalf on our partners. Spread across 80 countries, our workforce is rich in diversity and culture – with inclusion at its core.

We understand the importance of balancing professional and personal demands and offer several flexible working options.

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