UNOPS supports the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Our mission is to serve people in need by expanding the ability of the United Nations, governments and other partners to manage projects, infrastructure and procurement in a sustainable and efficient manner.
Working in some of the world’s most challenging environments, our vision is to advance sustainable implementation practices, always satisfying or surpassing our partners’ expectations.
With over 7,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, UNOPS offers its partners the logistical, technical and management knowledge they need, wherever they need it.
A flexible structure and global reach means that we can quickly respond to our partners’ needs, while offering the benefits of economies of scale.
The Project:
The European Union (EU) Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) Risk Mitigation Centres of Excellence (CoE) is a global Initiative funded and implemented by the European Union as part of its goal to promote peace, stability and conflict prevention. The aim of the Initiative is to mitigate risks and strengthen all-hazards security governance in Partner Countries (PCs) of the EU following a voluntary and demand-driven approach. Supported through the European Union’s Neighbourhood, Development and International Cooperation Instrument (NDICI) – Global Europe, the Initiative represents the EU’s largest civilian external security programme. It is led by the European Commission’s Service for Foreign Policy Instruments (FPI) in close coordination with the European External Action Service (EEAS). The European Commission Joint Research Centre (JRC) provides technical support to Partner Countries, while the United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute (UNICRI) ensures coherent and effective national, regional, and international cooperation. CBRN security is addressed through coordinated action and cooperation between and within governments, the corporate sector, civil society, the media and individuals. Coordination and cooperation with other international organisations (WHO, OSCE, IAEA, Committee under UNSCR 1540, OPCW, NATO etc.) to avoid duplication of efforts and the mutual leverage and synergies of actions is a continuous process.
The overall scope of the CBRN Centres of Excellence (CoE) initiative is to strengthen the long-term national and regional capabilities of competent authorities and administrative infrastructures and develop a durable cooperation legacy in the fight against the CBRN threats. The Initiative addresses risks related to CBRN material and agents of any origin: criminal (proliferation, theft, sabotage and illicit trafficking), accidental (industrial catastrophes, in particular chemical or nuclear, waste treatment and transport) or natural (mainly pandemics but also a consequence of natural hazards on CBRN material and facilities).
The European Union Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Centres of Excellences Initiative (EU CBRN CoE Initiative) program has requested UNOPS to provide needed advisory, procurement, and logistics support for the Equipment delivery program in East, Central, North, and West Africa.
The project will be implemented to the benefit of the EU CBRN Centres of Excellence (CoE) Partner countries in Eastern and Central African region (ECA): Burundi, Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Rwanda, Seychelles, Tanzania, Uganda, and Zambia. Selected countries in the AAF and NAS regions will also benefit from this project.
Scope of the assignment
Against this background, UNOPS seeks the expertise of a Technical Advisor, Individual Contractor (retainer) to assist the project in providing backstopping support for the EU CBRN Project to provide technical advice to the procurement activities and quality assurance after delivery of equipment. Retainer expert will play a critical technical advisory role and provide punctual input and support in preparing the specifications and TOR for the equipment and evaluating the proposals submitted by bidders. In addition, the expert will also ensure the high-level technical quality of the products of the activities and provide technical advice to the EU CBRN Project on biological equipment related aspects.
The Technical Advisor (Retainer) will be engaged on an ad-hoc basis. He/she will work from home with travels to project locations if required.
Under the general guidance and supervision of the Project Manager the critical functions of the Technical Advisor include the following:
1. Technical Support
2. Quality Assurance
3. User training
4. Others tasks
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Experience:
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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. |
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. |
Contract level: International Individual Contractor Agreement (I-ICA 2) / ICSC-10. A Local ICA contract will be offered if there is an ICSC scale in the candidate’s country of residency.
Contract duration: Two (2) years subject to satisfactory performance, availability of funds and necessity of services.
Duty station: Home-based
For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link:
https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx
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