Vacancy Announcement
Senior Infrastructure Engineer, Grade 18
HQ Amman
Vacancy Announcement Number 20-AR-AM-12
Deadline for Applications 6 May 2020
Type of Contract
Duration
Fixed-Term Appointment
3 years including 1 year probation period, with the
possibility of further extension, subject to the availability
of funds, satisfactory performance and continuing need
Department Infrastructure and Camp Improvement
UNRWA is committed to achieving gender parity at all levels of staffing under the
current UN-wide gender agenda and strongly encourages applications from qualified
women.
UNRWA welcomes applications from qualified candidates with disabilities.
UNRWA, the largest United Nations operation in the Middle East with over 30,000 staff working
across five areas of operation, is looking for highly committed professionals wishing to make a
change.
The right to adequate housing for every Palestine refugee
Of the some 5 million Palestine refugees registered with our Agency, roughly one third live in 58
recognized refugee camps in Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, the West Bank and Gaza Strip.
Over the years, these camps have transformed from temporary 'tent cities' into hyper-congested
masses of multi-storey buildings with narrow alleys. The camps are considered to be among the
densest urban environments in the world, but because camp structures were built for temporary
use, over the decades the buildings have become overcrowded, critically substandard and in
many cases life-threatening. Launched in 2007 to address the deteriorating environments of the
camps, the Infrastructure and Camp Improvement Programme (ICIP) adopts an integrated,
comprehensive, participatory and community-driven improvement of the built environment of
Palestine refugee camps.
Do you want to make a lasting difference?
If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a tangible difference for one of the most
vulnerable communities in the world, UNRWA would like to hear from you.
The main responsibilities include:
Providing technical guidance on various aspects of the environmental infrastructure
component related to sewerage collection, treatment, disposal and use, management of storm
water run-off and drainage, and on management of water supply and distribution networks
as follows:
- Assessing the needs and infrastructure problems in the refugee camps as related
to sewerage collection, treatment, disposal and use, water supply and distribution
networks, the storm water run-off and drainage to determine the services and
facilities required to meet these needs;
- Providing technical recommendations and guidance to develop sustainable
sewerage, drainage, storm water run-off and water infrastructure; preparing
guidelines or tools for development of community participation and awareness in
their maintenance;
- Advising the supervisor on all aspects relevant to various stages of related projects
development including proposals, planning design, and construction that will be
implemented by respective Field offices;
- Preparing/reviewing terms of reference of feasibility studies, appraisal of feasibility
studies, and preliminary and detailed technical designs for projects, with respect
to sewerage, drainage, storm water run-off and water infrastructure projects.
Planning, developing and supervising or reviewing designs of water supply and distribution
networks, sewerage collection, treatment, storm water run-off and drainage components of
the Infrastructure and Camp Improvement Programme Agency-wide, including resource
planning; creating detailed designs of water, sewerage and drainage systems, when needed,
using modeling software;
Assessing project works related to water supply and distribution networks, sewerage
collection, treatment, disposal and use, storm water run-off and drainage, through Fields’
visits and/or reviewing Field’s related progress reports, ensuring that works, design and
related activities/interventions undertaken are in accordance with the approved policies,
strategies, standards, procedures and best practices;
Developing UNRWA policies and strategies, manuals, instructions and guidelines in the water
supply and distribution networks, sewerage collection, treatment, disposal and use,
management of storm water run-off and drainage sector including maintenance works in line
with other UNRWA general policies; contributing to the Design Manual and the “Camp
Improvement Manual” and other technical instructions in the area of environmental
infrastructure related to water supply and distribution networks, sewerage, storm water runoff and drainage;
Preparing for the supervisor’s approval procedures and instructions related to establishments
and periodic upgrading of camp-by-camp situation analysis to identify problems, needs and
priorities, to ensure adequacy and continuous maintenance of water supply and distribution
networks, sewerage collection, treatment, disposal and use and management of storm water
run-off and drainage;
Supervising the work of relevant consultants engaged by the Department of Infrastructure
and Camp Improvement at HQ Amman and the Fields when needed;
Planning, recommending and supervising the Department training programme in the area of
water supply and distribution networks, sewerage collection, treatment, disposal and use, and
management of storm water run-off and drainage.
To qualify for this position, you will need:
Education An advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) from an accredited
educational institution in Civil, Infrastructure or Environmental Engineering; a
first-level university degree in combination with three additional years of
qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university
degree;
Knowledge of appropriate computer applications such as AutoCAD,
infrastructure engineering software, such as Infrastructure Design Software
and/or other related software;
Knowledge of the latest development of new materials and methods and their
impact on design and construction.
Work
experience
At least eight years of progressively relevant experience in environmental
engineering, including design, construction, project planning, management
and contract administration, related to water supply and networks, sewerage
collection, treatment, disposal and use, management of storm water run-off
and drainage;
Experience of computer applications relevant to environmental engineering.
Language(s) Excellent command of written and spoken English and Arabic.
You will also need to demonstrate the following competencies:
UN Core Values of Professionalism, Integrity and Respect for Diversity and Core Competencies
of Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results apply by default. Default
managerial competencies may apply.
Demonstrated competence in management, problem solving skills and excellent
interpersonal skills Applying Technical expertise;
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others in a team
environment;
A high level of written and verbal communication skills and practical report and proposal
writing;
Creativity and ability to take initiative;
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines;
Project management skills.
Conditions of service
Monthly basic salary JD 1246.60 plus special occupation allowance of 69.90% of the basic
salary. Other benefits include monthly Provident Fund contribution (15% of basic salary paid by
the Agency), compulsory medical insurance, 30 days of annual leave, and dependency allowance
(if applicable).
Additional information
The incumbent may be required to travel to the Fields and sites in the Agency’s area of
operations;
The incumbent may be required to work during irregular working time, when needed.
For guidance on how to prepare for competency-based interviews:
https://ift.tt/1KNQpDM
How to apply
Applicants are required to register at http://jobs.unrwa.org by creating a personal profile and
completing an UNRWA Personal History Form. Please note that UNRWA only accepts degrees
from accredited educational institutions. Only applications received through
http://jobs.unrwa.org will be considered. Due to the large number of applications received, only
short-listed applicants will be contacted via e-mail only. Please ensure that the e-mail address
indicated in your Personal History Profile is accurate.
The United Nations does not charge fees at any stage of the recruitment process (application,
testing, interviewing, etc). The United Nations does not concern itself with information related to
bank accounts.
General Information
This vacancy notice is open to internal and external candidates. Only candidates residing in Jordan
with authorization to work in the duty station at the time of application are eligible to apply. The
Agency will not assume responsibility or accountability to support or facilitate the issuance of work
permit in Jordan, and without a valid work permit, the appointment may be rescinded.
Who we are
For 70 years, the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine (UNRWA) has been
working on the ground in five fields of operations in Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, West Bank and the
Gaza Strip providing direct assistance and protection for some 5 million Palestine refugees in
the Middle East. UNRWA is mandated by the UN General Assembly to provide this assistance
and its mission is to help Palestine refugees achieve their full potential in human development
until there is a just and lasting solution for their plight. UNRWA restores safety, dignity and
hope to millions who have been uprooted by conflict with services encompassing education,
health care, relief and social services, camp infrastructure and improvement, microfinance and
emergency assistance.
For more details on UNRWA, please visit: https://www.unrwa.org/
UNRWA is a United Nations organization whose staff are expected to uphold the highest standards
of integrity, neutrality and impartiality. This includes respect for human rights, for diversity, and
for non-violent means of dealing with all kinds of conflict. UNRWA staff are expected to uphold
these values at all times, both at work and outside. Only persons who fully and unconditionally
commit to these values should consider applying for UNRWA jobs. UNRWA is a non- smoking work
environment.
The Agency reserves the right not to make an appointment, to make an appointment at a lower
grade, or to make an appointment with a modified job description.
On appointment, all individuals will be asked to sign a self-attestation, confirming that they have
not committed, been convicted of, or prosecuted for, any criminal offence and that they have not
been involved, by act or omission, in the commission of any violation of international human rights
law or international humanitarian law.
Date of issue: 16 April 2020/ RJ
