JOB DESCRIPTION

BACKGROUND:
Background Information – UNOPS

The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners” peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Mandated as a central resource of the United Nations, UNOPS provides sustainable project management, procurement and infrastructure services to a wide range of governments, donors and United Nations organisations. With over 6,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, UNOPS offers its partners the logistical, technical and management knowledge they need, where they need it. By implementing around 1,000 projects for our partners at any given time, UNOPS makes significant contributions to results on the ground, often in the most challenging environments.

The HSSE unit

Based at the UNOPS Headquarters in Copenhagen, the HSSE unit leads efforts to prevent harm to people and the environment during the execution of UNOPS activities. It develops and maintains appropriate policy instruments, standards, processes, and guidance documents and provides technical support for the effective implementation of occupational health & safety, and social & environmental management in UNOPS. The programme requires monitoring and coordination across a global portfolio of country offices and projects. In addition, HSSE practitioners provide implementation support to UNOPS teams to address planning needs and raise the capacity of UNOPS personnel and implementing partners. Practitioners also design and implement performance monitoring activities, support the execution of corrective and preventive actions and engage in performance improvement activities.

Purpose and Scope of Assignment

The HSSE Advisor shall advise the Head of HSSE and Management teams in Regions and Country Offices regarding the implementation of UNOPS HSSE practices, programmes and requirements.
The HSSE Advisor reports to the Head of Unit – HSSE, who provides broad supervision and guidance. The Advisor shall have secondary reporting to the Europe and Central Asia Regional Infrastructure Advisor.

Background Information – UNOPSBackground Information – UNOPS

The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners” peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Mandated as a central resource of the United Nations, UNOPS provides sustainable project management, procurement and infrastructure services to a wide range of governments, donors and United Nations organisations. With over 6,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, UNOPS offers its partners the logistical, technical and management knowledge they need, where they need it. By implementing around 1,000 projects for our partners at any given time, UNOPS makes significant contributions to results on the ground, often in the most challenging environments.

The HSSE unit

The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners” peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Mandated as a central resource of the United Nations, UNOPS provides sustainable project management, procurement and infrastructure services to a wide range of governments, donors and United Nations organisations. With over 6,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, UNOPS offers its partners the logistical, technical and management knowledge they need, where they need it. By implementing around 1,000 projects for our partners at any given time, UNOPS makes significant contributions to results on the ground, often in the most challenging environments.

The HSSE unit
The HSSE unit

Based at the UNOPS Headquarters in Copenhagen, the HSSE unit leads efforts to prevent harm to people and the environment during the execution of UNOPS activities. It develops and maintains appropriate policy instruments, standards, processes, and guidance documents and provides technical support for the effective implementation of occupational health & safety, and social & environmental management in UNOPS. The programme requires monitoring and coordination across a global portfolio of co… [truncated] | RESPONSIBILITIES:

Functional Responsibilities Functional Responsibilities

Functional Responsibilities/ Expected Outputs The HSSE Advisor works at bo…

Functional Responsibilities/ Expected Outputs

The HSSE Advisor works at both global and regional levels to meet the following:

1. Technical Support

• Support the development or maintenance of UNOPS HSSE Policies and Technical Specifications
• Develop or maintain the UNOPS global programme for occupational health and safety (OHS) or Social and Environmental (SE) Management
• Support the Head of the HSSE unit to develop or maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) for global HSSE performance review
• Provide strategic guidance and oversight to ensure integration of HSSE in all stages of the project life cycle, from business development to completion and handover
• Advise Regional Management teams regarding effective oversight of HSSE by line managers from project, country, multi-country to regional management levels.
• In collaboration with the Head of the HSSE unit, provide policy interpretation, technical review and guidance
• Provide solid HSSE implementation support that is suited to the context, capacity of the team requiring support and their level in the organisation
• Research, analyse, and present … [truncated] | REQUIREMENTS:
  Competencies

  Competencies Competencies

  Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and ex…

  Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and ex…

   

  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.(for levels IICA-2, IICA-3, LICA Specialist- 10, LICA Specialist-11, NOC, NOD, P3, P4 and above)

  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.

  Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles.

  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 feeling… [truncated] | COMPETENCIES: Education/Experience/Language requirements Education/Experience/Language requirements Education/Experience/Language requirements Education: An advanced university degree (Master’s or PhD) in a… Education: An advanced university degree (Master’s or PhD) in a…   Education: An advanced university degree (Master’s or PhD) in a relevant subject such as Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Management, Social Development or other relevant discipline is required.   Experience: At least 7 years of specialist level experience in developing and implementing HSSE in development projects. At least three years of experience working in Europe or Central Asia is an asset.   Language Requirements: Full working knowledge of English is required.     Education: An advanced university degree (Master’s or PhD) in a relevant subject such as Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Management, Social Development or other relevant discipline is required.   Experience: At least 7 years of specialist level experience in developing and implementing HSSE in development projects. At least three years of experience working in Europe or Central Asia is an asset.   Language Requirements: Full working knowledge of English is required.   Education: EducationEducation: An advanced university degree (Master’s or PhD) in a relevant subject such as Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Management, Social Development or other relevant discipline is required. An advanced university degree (Master’s or PhD) in a relevant subject such as Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Management, Social Development or other relevant discipline is required. An advanced university degree (Master’s or PhD) in a relevant subject such as Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Management, Social Development or other relevant discipline is required. Experience: Experience Experience: At least 7 years of specialist level experience in developing and implementing HSSE in development projects. At least three years of experience working in Europe or Central Asia is an asset. At least 7 years of specialist level experience in developing and implementing HSSE in development projects. At least 7 years of specialist level experience in developing and implementing HSSE in development projects. At least 7 years of specialist level experience in developing and implementing HSSE in development projects. At least three years of experience working in Europe or Central Asia is an asset. At least three years of experience working in Europe or Central Asia is an asset. At least three years of experience working in Europe or Central Asia is an asset. Language Requirements: Language Requirements:Language Requirements: Full working knowledge of English is required. Full working knowledge of English is required. Full working knowledge of English is required. Full working knowledge of English is required. | CONTRACT: Contract type, level and duration Contract type, level and duration Contract type, level and duration Contract type: ICA Contract level: IICA3/ICS11 Contract duration: Op… Contract type: ICA Contract level: IICA3/ICS11 Contract duration: Op…     Contract type: ICA Contract level: IICA3/ICS11 Contract duration: Open-ended, subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance. 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     Contract type: ICA Contract level: IICA3/ICS11 Contract duration: Open-ended, subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance. 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     Contract type: ICA Contract type: ICA Contract type: ICA Contract level: IICA3/ICS11 Contract level: IICA3/ICS11 Contract level: IICA3/ICS11 Contract duration: Open-ended, subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance. Contract duration: Open-ended, subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance. Contract duration: Open-ended, subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance. 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.aspxhttps://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx