Job Identification (Reference Number): 15180
Position Title: Project Engineer (Peace and Recovery/Community Stabilisation) (P)
Duty Station City: Faya
Duty Station Country: Chad
Grade: P-2
Contract Type: Special Short Term Graded (Up to 9 months)
Recruiting Type: Professional
Vacancy Type: Special Vacancy Notice
Initial duration: 6 months
Closing date: 12 June 2025
Introduction
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Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process. For the purpose of this vacancy, the following are considered first-tier candidates:
Internal candidates Candidates from the following non-represented member states:Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Comoros, Congo (the), Cook Islands, Dominica, Federated States of Micronesia, Grenada, Guinea-Bissau, Holy See, Iceland, Israel, Kiribati, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Madagascar, Marshall Islands, Namibia, Nauru, Palau, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Seychelles, Solomon Islands, Suriname, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu
Second tier candidates include:
All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states of IOM.
Context
The Community Stabilization (CS) unit of the International Organization for Migration (IOM) in Chad, supports the implementation of development and resilience initiative and across infrastructure and basic social service access in northern Chad through World Bank funding. It is designed based on the premise that evidence-based and participatory planning can give communities a meaningful voice in local socio-economic development, resilience and build community cohesion and create trust in authorities through increased legitimacy and accountability.
Under the overall supervision of the Head of Programmes, NโDjamena, the direct supervision of the Infrastructure Coordinator, N'Djamena and the administrative supervision of the Head of Sub Office/Project Manager in Faya and in coordination with the Programme Officer (Peace and Recovery), the Project Engineer (Peace and Recovery/Community Stabilisation) will provide technical oversight of construction projects executed by IOM in northern Chad in the framework of Resilience and Territorial Development of Chad (RESITCHAD).
Responsibilities will include conducting and reviewing technical assessments, feasibility studies, architectural and engineering design (including preparing Specifications, Bills of Quantity (BOQs) and Workplans, and contributing to procurement of design and construction services) and construction supervision and monitoring.
Typical projects include design and implementation of civil (dams, roads, irrigation networks, flood protection walls, etc.), structural (offices, warehouses, clinics, schools, etc.) and WatSan (water supply, latrine facilities, etc.).
1. Assist the Infrastructure Coordinator in managing the community development projects under Community Stabilization, including hiring, managing staff workloads and developing workplans, assessing staff performance, identifying training needs, providing guidance and capacity building to the team, etc.
2. Assist the Infrastructure Coordinator in managing the construction activities, including tracking project progress, liaising with other IOM units when needed, and ensuring that project documentation is up-to-date and to standard, and managing the filing system of the Construction Unit.
3. Assist the Infrastructure Coordinator in developing and updating project management and QA/QC (Quality Assurance/Quality Control) tools, processes and standards and other project resources to address social and environmental safeguards, accessibility, construction health and safety, building safety, and aesthetic considerations, among others.
4. Assist the Infrastructure Coordinator for all aspects of technical design, including the preparation of engineering drawings and calculations, preparation of bills of quantities, specifications, etc.
5. Assist the Infrastructure Coordinator in procuring construction services, including preparing and reviewing tender documents, evaluating bids, liaising with the IOM Procurement team, meeting contractors, etc.
6. Supervise, build capacity and mentor Field Engineers in supervising construction projects, including visiting project sites in person, reviewing site visit reports and photos, diagnosing defects and specify remedial actions, troubleshooting, etc., including, intense travel to the field in IOM Provincial Offices (i.e. Fada, Bardai, Amdajarass, Bahai, etc.).
7. Supervise Field Engineers in conducting feasibility assessments, technical surveys and proposal development.
8. Supervise Field Engineers in their communication and coordination with internal and external stakeholders (community representatives, De facto Authorities, implementing partners, colleagues from other IOM units and offices, etc.).
9. Check that social and environmental safeguards are followed at all stages of the projects (i.e. from feasibility studies through to design, implementation and finally handover), and bring issues to the prompt attention of the supervisor.
10. Draft and provide regular project related (technical and non-technical) reports to the supervisor in timely manner.
11. Assist, guide and participate in community participatory monitoring and accountability events at the project level and prepare relevant reports accordingly.
12. Check that all infrastructure projects are designed and implemented as per the CS community development, and QA/QC operation manuals and IOM procurement guidelines.
13. Assist the Infrastructure Coordinator in developing new proposals.
14. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Education
Accredited Universities are those listed in theย UNESCO World Higher Education Database.
Experience
Professional experience in engineering, including technical survey, design, cost estimation and construction management of medium size infrastructure projects;Experience working with specialized international agencies (UN Agencies, International organizations, and International NGOs) and in close consultation and coordination with local authorities, community representatives, implementing partners and field staff;Solid experience in emergencies and hardship locations; and,Experience in the usage of office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.).Skills
Good knowledge of project management, monitoring and evaluation principles and practices;Knowledge of GIS, Sketch-Up, PowerBI and project management software is an advantage;Excellent knowledge of AutoCAD, Excel, Engineering-design software;Knowledge of reporting, monitoring and evaluation of construction projects; and,Proven ability to establish and maintain strong working relations with relevant Government counterparts, international organizations and private sector entities.Languages
For this position, fluency in English and French is required (oral and written).
Working knowledge of local languages is an advantage.
IOMโs official languages are English, French, and Spanish. All staff members are required to be fluent in one of the three languages.
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
Required Competencies
IOMโs competency framework can be found at thisย link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.
Valuesย - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:
Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.Core Competencies โ behavioural indicators Level 2
Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organizationโs priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.Managerial Competencies โ behavioural indicators Level 2
Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organizationโs vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organizationโs goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.ยNotes
This position may have extended stays at IOM Provincial Offices such as Fada, Bardai, Amdajarass, Bahai, etc.
Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.
The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are nationals of the duty station's country cannot be considered eligible.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.
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