The objective of the position is to coordinate the construction activities of a medium-sized country office with a substantial construction and WASH portfolio. The management of construction and WASH projects includes planning, support to procurement, as well as monitoring of construction works on site. The incumbent reports to the Supply & Logistics Manager as per the Country Office (CO) set-up and collaborates closely with UNICEF Programme/ Operations in defining construction interventions to meet programmatic needs and achieve results for children and provides technical and advisory support to Government and partners on construction project management. Detailed TORs: Construction Specialist, P-3.pdf

Requirements: 

Minimum requirements:

Education:

• Advanced University degree is required in one of the following fields: civil engineering, construction engineering, construction management, architecture or other relevant area, or relevant first-level university degree (Bachelor’s) in conjunction with a valid relevant professional certification is required.
• A first level university degree (Bachelor’s) in a relevant technical field (as identified above), in conjunction with additional two (2) years of relevant work experience may be taken in lieu of an advanced university degree.Work Experience:
• A minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience, at the national and/or international levels, in construction and contract management, site supervision, quality assurance and/or other directly-related technical fields is required.
• Understanding of development and humanitarian work, including capacity development of partners and UNICEF staff.

Desirables:

• Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency.
• Persons with disabilities and male candidates are encouraged to apply.

Language Requirements:

• Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.