Scope of Work

The Liaison Officer will be a member of the UNOPS Project Management Team (PMT) and she/he will be responsible for the following functions:

Project Coordination

• In collaboration with the PM and other team members, implement the workplan guided by the project documents and strategy;
• Ensure close and effective collaboration with all key stakeholders and ensure their active participation in all project activities and committees;
• Support the PM in the design and planning of processes and systems to improve and expand NRM support;
• Support validating needs assessments with national priorities as well as wider UN strategies and frameworks.
• Where necessary, prepare and analyze information from the target locations and prepare summaries, briefing notes, implementation plans and roadmaps;
• Prepare and implement a coordinated response to the needs of the communities;
• Promote the project by providing substantive input for stories, articles and other PR activities;
• Support the PM in overseeing grants in the field;
• Perform other duties as required.

Development of infrastructure interventions

• Review designs related to infrastructure works centered on the end user’s needs, which meet stakeholders” requirements, UNOPS quality standards for design and construction, the project’s objectives, and budget constraints.
• Take into account users” specific needs based on gender, age, disabilities, socio-cultural norms, etc.
• Consider all stages of an infrastructure life cycle (design and planning, raw material acquisition, materials processing, construction, community training for operation, maintenance, renovation, decommissioning, and recycling) and optimize the proposed infrastructure”s value for money.
• Review the budgets of the proposed infrastructure interventions.

• Conduct participatory workshops with partners to refine the understanding of the causes of service gaps, their capacity-building needs, and their expectations, where necessary

• Participate in evaluating bids, conducting detailed and substantiated technical evaluations and verification/assessment of the references submitted by the bidders (acting in full compliance with the provision of the Procurement Manual), when needed.

Monitoring, quality assurance and reporting on infrastructure interventions

• Contribute to setting up and managing remote supervision systems, including but not limited to the setup of remote monitoring systems based on the “UNOPS Collect” application
• Conduct regular field visits of infrastructure interventions implemented by contractors, assess the quality of the interventions and coordinate with the contractors to address any potential issue.
• Perform quality assurance and quality control for all infrastructure interventions.
• Report timely and qualitatively on the progress of the infrastructure interventions, with a focus on impact, quality, risks and issues and lessons learned.
• Review and approve all test results related to Infrastructure.

Liaison and relationship building with stakeholders

• Support the PM in participating in relevant inter-agency working groups, meetings and events, including UN coordination mechanisms (when requested);
• Liaise with Local authorities community and Implementing Partners to ensure effective coordination, smooth implementation of project activities, and alignment with local priorities;
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  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 A Master”s Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineeri… Education A Master”s Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineeri…   Education A Master”s Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Construction Management or a related field is required. A Bachelor’s Degree in the above-mentioned areas or related field with an additional two (2) years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of a master”s degree. Work Experience A minimum of four (4) years of professional experience (or more depending on academic credentials) in the field of Infrastructure rehabilitation or construction is required. Experience in stakeholder management with local authorities is required. Previous work experience in Aleppo, particularly with local authorities, is considered to be an advantage. Experience in community development, and civic engagement is an added advantage; Experience working with the UN or other Humanitarian/Development agencies is an advantage. Proficiency in Google Suite is desired.   Language requirement Fluency in written and oral English is required. Fluency in written and oral Arabic is required.     Education A Master”s Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Construction Management or a related field is required. A Bachelor’s Degree in the above-mentioned areas or related field with an additional two (2) years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of a master”s degree. Work Experience A minimum of four (4) years of professional experience (or more depending on academic credentials) in the field of Infrastructure rehabilitation or construction is required. Experience in stakeholder management with local authorities is required. Previous work experience in Aleppo, particularly with local authorities, is considered to be an advantage. Experience in community development, and civic engagement is an added advantage; Experience working with the UN or other Humanitarian/Development agencies is an advantage. Proficiency in Google Suite is desired.   Language requirement Fluency in written and oral English is required. Fluency in written and oral Arabic is required.   Education Education A Master”s Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Construction Management or a related field is required. A Bachelor’s Degree in the above-mentioned areas or related field with an additional two (2) years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of a master”s degree. A Master”s Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Construction Management or a related field is required. A Master”s Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Construction Management or a related field is required. A Master”s Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Construction Management or a related field is required. A Bachelor’s Degree in the above-mentioned areas or related field with an additional two (2) years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of a master”s degree. A Bachelor’s Degree in the above-mentioned areas or related field with an additional two (2) years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of a master”s degree. A Bachelor’s Degree in the above-mentioned areas or related field with an additional two (2) years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of a master”s degree. Work Experience Work Experience <… [truncated] | CONTRACT: