Mission and objectives

MONUSCO/MONUC was established in 1999 under the auspices of the UN Department of Peacekeeping Operations (DPKO). SCR 2277 (2016) requests MONUSCO to support efforts of the Government of DRC towards the protection of civilians, through a comprehensive approach involving all components of MONUSCO, including through reduction of the threat posed by Congolese and foreign armed groups and of violence against civilians, including sexual and gender-based violence and violence against children to a level that can be effectively managed by the Congolese justice and security institutions; and to support Stabilization through the establishment of functional, professional, and accountable state institutions, including security and judicial institutions. The project aims at a better understanding of the most serious violations of human rights law and international humanitarian law in DRC and supports the leadership of the Mission through informed policy and decision making on future vetting of security forces through risk assessment and mitigation, joint planning for MONUSCO operations, as well as advocacy efforts.

Context

Assignment is non-family (GOMA)

Task Description

Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Unit the duties of the Civil Engineer will include but are not limited to the following: • Preparation, checking and provision of feedback about construction projects documents including structural details, sketches, bill of quantities, specifications, cost analysis and cost estimations ensuring that the engineering works meet the engineering standards in accordance with international codes and regulations and internal SOPs of the sections. • Management of the whole life cycle of the project (from design stage up to handover to client) working in close collaboration with different stakeholders. • Experience in preparing technical documents for procurement solicitations as per Engineering Section requirements. • Prepares structural calculations and specifications for aboveground and undergrounds structures in reinforced concrete, steel, wood, masonry and stone. • Analyzes project proposals to ensure technical feasibility and to ensure that project objectives are attainable within prescribed resources. • Preparation of monitoring reports and reporting tools of the progress of the construction activities on sites. • Coordinates the above-mentioned tasks with other works and other engineers included in the project such as electrical engineers, water sanitation, environmental engineers. • Assists other units such as Operations, Infrastructure, etc. when required and liaise frequently with the Building Maintenance Unit Supervisor • Conducts preliminary site investigations to obtain field data such as soil characteristics, plot dimensions, existing structures drainage and other data required for building site selection. • Review and amendment of programmatic documents, Quick Impact project documents (drawings and BOQs) for projects carried out my MONUSCO on entire DRC. • Ensures that the works meet the engineering standards in accordance with international codes and regulations and internal SOPs of the sections • Ensures that the works meet the environmental procedures within the mission. • Prepares material specifications for the purpose of raising requisitions of materials; ensures that minimum stock levels are maintained at all times. • Ensures that quality control procedures are in place during implementation of the works on site. • When working with national staff or (non-)governmental counterparts, including Implementing Partners (IPs), the incumbent is strongly encouraged to set aside dedicated time for capacity development through coaching, mentoring and formal and on-the-job training. • Performs other related duties as may be required.

Competencies and values

– Integrity and professionalism; – Planning and organizing; – Teamwork and respect for diversity and Gender; – Communication; – Communication.

Living conditions and remarks

The Democratic Republic of Congo is the second largest country in Africa, and as a result is quite diverse. Living conditions therefore vary between MONUSCO duty stations, with all usual amenities present in the capital Kinshasa, but only very basic conditions in remote duty stations in the provinces, where, for instance, there may be no guarantee of public power supply nor running water. The ability to live and work in difficult and harsh conditions of developing countries is essential. Accommodation is very expensive in both Kinshasa and Lubumbashi. Supermarkets exist in the large towns (e.g. Bukavu, Kisangani), but consumer items are generally very expensive (as everything is imported). For food, local markets offer a much cheaper alternative. All MONUSCO duty stations are considered non-family duty stations, except for Kinshasa, Lubumbashi and Entebbe which are now considered family duty stations, and most are currently under UN Security Phase III (“relocation phase”: internationally-recruited staff are temporarily concentrated or relocated to specified sites/locations). In addition to insecurity related to the relatively volatile political situation as well as various conflict situations, certain places are subject to increasing street and residential crime, including in Kinshasa and Goma. Some degree of medical service is provided in all MONUSCO duty stations. Certain vaccinations are mandatory for MONUSCO personnel to enter the DRC, while others are compulsory for all other incoming persons. It is possible for incoming MONUSCO personnel, including UN Volunteers, to be asked to provide proof of some or all vaccinations, though this is unlikely. All UN Volunteers must ensure that they are up-to-date with all appropriate vaccinations, which should be clearly and properly endorsed in the International Certificate of Vaccination (“carte jaune”). Malaria is present virtually throughout the DRC, and it is therefore recommended to take prophylaxis. The unit of currency is the Congolese Franc. The US dollar is the other preferred currency. It may be impossible to exchange traveller’s checks away from the capital city. Credit cards are usually accepted in major hotels only in Kinshasa. In larger towns and cities (e.g. Kinshasa, Goma, Bukavu, Kisangani), UN Volunteers are recommended to open US Dollar bank accounts, while in other places, banks may be absent (including ATMs) and VLA payments will be processed in cash. UN Volunteers have the possibility to send part of their allowances to a bank account abroad. In addition to French, there are four major spoken languages in DRC, namely Lingala, Kikongo, Tshiluba and Swahili.

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements