DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

28 October 2024-23:59-GMT+01:00 West Africa Standard Time (Douala)

WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability.

ABOUT WFP

The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change.

At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP’s values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.

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WHY JOIN WFP?

• WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.
• WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.
• WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.
• A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.
• We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT:

As the United Nations frontline agency in the fight against hunger, WFP is continually responding to emergencies. WFP Cameroon is currently engaged in a large-scale response to ongoing humanitarian crises, working to reach hundreds of thousands of people affected by violence each month. Concerned about the increasing needs, WFP provides food assistance to displaced and vulnerable communities in an extremely challenging environment where humanitarian operations are hampered by conflict and the risk of attacks on humanitarian workers.

At present, WFP Cameroon with support from the World Bank is implementing the Emergency Food Crisis Response Project (PULCCA) on behalf of the Government of Cameroon. The agency has six project contracts with the Government of Cameroon that include cash transfers, public works schemes, nutrition home-grown school feeding, acquisition and distribution of warehouse equipment, and post-harvest equipment. Under Contracts 2, 3, and 6, WFP will implement engineering/construction-related activities in five regions of the country namely Far North, Adamawa, East, Northwest, and Southwest regions. These activities include the construction of school canteens, milk collection centres, community storage warehouses, fishponds, and water retention ponds, to mention but a few. Implementation of these construction activities requires close supervision to ensure that quality works are delivered on behalf of the Government of Cameroon. In this context, WFP intends to station Engineers in Bamenda, Meiganga, Batouri, and Maroua/Buea to monitor / supervise construction activities and ensure that the delivered works are of acceptable quality.

ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

WFP operates to the highest levels of international construction standards while taking into account local constraints and methods of work. The Engineer shall be responsible for ensuring that the project is progressed to an acceptable standard and to the highest quality in accordance with the contracts between WFP and the selected companies. The Engineer will act as the focal point for the construction and project management, as well as oversight of all activities related to the construction and labour-intensive construction activities implemented by partner organizations.

Under the general supervision of the Project Manager and in close coordination with the WFP Field Offices, the duties required of the successful candidate shall include but not be limited to the following:

• Supervise, programme, and coordinate the construction works, acting as the project(s) focal point between WFP Cameroon CO Engineering and the Contractors
• Supervise and monitor quality and schedules for construction works up to projects completion, ensuring that works done by contractors are performed promptly and according to specification, within budget and on time, implementing cost recovery when required.
• Conduct and chair regular site meetings.
• Provide guidance to contractors, including assessing contractor’s proposals and methodologies.
• Check, record, test, and certify of completed works before they are covered by the contractor. Complete all necessary measurements and quality controls of the construction for the implementation of the works.
• Maintain records including site correspondence, survey data, inspection records, test data, site diaries, records of meetings, financial records, progress records, daily photos, etc.
• Assure the quality of the works during construction, continuously inspecting the materials and construction operations with regards to workmanship and compliance with the specifications.
• In close coordination with the WFP Yaoundé CO, provide notice to the contractors of any defects and deficiencies, and issue instructions for the removal and substitution of the improper works, where provided under the contract.
• Contribute to preparedness actions, providing technical recommendations and guidance and monitor the management of risks.
• Identify project risks, prepare project risk logs suggesting mitigation measures for each of the identified risks, and proactively monitor the implementation of approved risk measures and advise WFP Cameroon Country Office management accordingly.
• Report to WFP Cameroon when requested on progress, issues etc.
• Coordinate and advise on interim and final payments to the contractors, in consultation with WFP Cameroon. Provide recommendations to hierarchy in relation to certifying payments on the project and for any additional financial obligations necessary to be entered into in order to complete the construction at project work site.
• In close consultation with the WFP Yaoundé CO, advise on decisions required for the successful and timely implementation of the projects.
• Assist in the settlement of the Audits and Enquiries (if any) pertaining to the project(s).
• Liaise and coordinate with other stakeholders, local government (Regional / Divisional Delegates), PULCCA, and other partner organisations involved in the projects.
• Liaise with local authorities to obtain necessary authorisations for the implementation of the projects, co-ordinate activities throughout the project duration with relevant authorities as relevant and ensure certification upon project completion and handover.
• Ensure that the Contractor(s) abide by the internationally recognised standards of health and safety for the works, adjacent properties, all site personnel and the general public.
• Ensure the implementation of measures to improve health and safety on site during construction works by the Contractor(s) and report all risks related to health and safety incidents and accidents in weekly progress reports.
• Support WFP Field Offices and Facilities Manager on technical issues related to maintenance of WFP Offices, guest houses (if any) and warehouses.
• Prepare scope of works and tender documents, project bills of quantities (BoQs), cost estimates and develop work specifications for the implementation of the works.
• DELIVERABLES AT THE END OF THE CONTRACT:
• Project risk logs prepared and submitted to the Project Manager in accordance with agreed timelines.
• Site records (site diary, QA/QC records, HSE records, site meeting minutes, site instructions, inspection reports, etc.) well maintained.
• Project progress (weekly / monthly).
• Project completion / closeout reports.
• Regular, ad-hoc and completion inspections of the construction works organised and conducted ensuring contractors’ adherence specifications, health and safety standards and approved work schedules.
• Any other engineering support and advice required to meet the Client’s needs have been provided in a timely and professional manner.
• Completed infrastructures (school canteens, warehouses, milk collection, fish ponds, etc.) that are compliant with the technical specifications
• QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:Education:

  Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or equal approved, or Higher diploma in Civil Engineering degree with relevant additional 4 years of experience.

  Experience:

• At least 3 years of proven engineering experience in construction supervision
• Experience in Health and Safety and Quality Control
• Experience of working in difficult security environments
• Experience working in the humanitarian sector is desirable
• Knowledge & Skills:
• Office computer software programs including but not limited to AUTOCAD, Microsoft Office Packages
• Knowledge of typical FIDIC Contracts packages – FIDIC Green Book
• Knowledge of construction contracts management and administration processes
• Knowledge and ability to use engineering survey equipment
• Languages:
• Must be fluent in oral and written English and French.

TERMS & CONDITIONS

Job Title: Site Engineer

Contract Type: Special Service Agreement (SSA)

Grade: SSA6

Duty Station: Multiple locations

Duration: 11months

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

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REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

WFP is dedicated to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our recruitment process is inclusively crafted to welcome candidates of all backgrounds, celebrating diversity and ensuring a respectful environment for all. We aim for an accessible and fair recruitment journey. Should you need any reasonable accommodations or have accessibility concerns, please reach out to us confidentially at global.inclusion@wfp.org. Our DEI team is here to ensure your full participation in our recruitment process.

NO FEE DISCLAIMER

The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it. Furthermore, please note that emblems, logos, names and addresses are easily copied and reproduced. Therefore, you are advised to apply particular care when submitting personal information on the web.

REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

• We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete, and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, language skills and UN Grade (if applicable).
• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.
• Please make sure you upload your professional CV in the English language
• Kindly note the only documents you will need to submit at this time are your CV and Cover Letter
• Additional documents such as passport, recommendation letters, academic certificates, etc. may potentially be requested at a future time
• Please contact us at global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org in case you face any challenges with submitting your application
• Only shortlisted candidates will be notified

All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.