UNOPS Ghana Operational Hub (GHOH), located in Accra, spans across West Africa, covering Ghana, Gambia, Liberia, Nigeria and Sierra Leone. GHOH is responsible for managing strategic and operational risks associated with a subset of the regional portfolio of engagements, developing and delivering cost effective services contributing to partners\u2019 sustainable results and achievements of UNOPS management results.<\/p>\n
The core functions of the Operational Hub are to:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Liaise and develop engagements, and deliver services responding to partner needs. The mission of the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is to expand the capacity of the UN system and its partners to implement peacebuilding, humanitarian and development operations that matter for people in need. In line with its mandate UNOPS acts as a central resource for the United Nations system in procurement and contracts management as well as in civil works and physical infrastructure development, including the related capacity development activities.<\/p>\n UNOPS has significant experience in post conflict, post disaster and the field of reconstruction of conflict stricken Infrastructure systems.<\/p>\n Liberia is now Ebola free and in recovery mode shifting focus from an emergency response status to a recovery and non-emergency operations to restore the nation’s health care system. Under the overall coordination of the WHO, UN country teams of the three most affected countries (Liberia, Sierra Leone and Guinea) are leading a coordinated UN response to support the national Governments in its recovery programme.<\/p>\n Under the guidance of the Project Manager, the Project Support Officer is based in Accra, Ghana with frequent visits to site offices.<\/p>\n Job Descriptions<\/strong><\/p>\n Job Title:\u00a0Architectural Design Engineer (Retainer)<\/strong><\/p>\n Functional Responsibilities<\/strong><\/p>\n Under the overall supervision of the Senior Infrastructure Advisor, the Architectural Design Engineer will give his\/her technical expertise as required to produce, manage and coordinate architectural designs assigned, supervision, related documentation works. He or she is responsible for managing staff under his\/her supervision and ensure high quality design documentation and site works are carried out on time and on or under budget. The projects may be in national and or international locations.<\/p>\n Specifically, the incumbent will be responsible for the following substantive tasks. The tasks would involve the following but not limited to:<\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Design and produce architectural drawings\u00a0 and scope of works An agreed TOR including the scope, deliverables and the maximum time duration will be agreed upon by UNOPS-GHOH and the Architectural Design Engineer prior to commencement of each and every assignment. He\/she is responsible for ensuring designs and related documentation of projects which is to be carried out on time as per the agreed task.<\/p>\n Technical tasks:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Ability to produce architectural design in accordance with local and international standards Competencies<\/strong><\/p>\n UNOPS Core Values\/Competencies<\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Professionalism Functional Competencies<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Ability to work to meet tight schedules under stressful environment and varied cultural context. Qualification Required & Experience<\/strong><\/p>\n Education<\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Master’s Degree in Architecture Engineering, Building Engineering or related field. Applicants with a Bachelor\u2019s degree in Architecture Engineering, Building Engineering, or related fields with 9 years of relevant working experience may also be considered. Applicants with Technical\/Professional Diploma Certification with 11 years may well be considered.<\/p>\n Experience<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0 7 years of years of relevant working experience with demonstrated capacity to deliver results in an international development environment, and design of community facilities such as health centers, schools, administrative buildings.<\/p>\n Language<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Fluency in written and spoken English is required.<\/p>\n Location:<\/strong> Accra<\/p>\n How to Apply For the Job<\/strong><\/p>\n Interested candidate should check below to apply.<\/p>\n Click Here To Apply Online<\/strong><\/p>\n Closing Date:<\/strong> 22 August, 2016<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" UNOPS Ghana Operational Hub (GHOH), located in Accra, spans across West Africa, covering Ghana, Gambia, Liberia, Nigeria and Sierra Leone. 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\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Maintain appropriate arrangements and capacity for direct transactional support for delivery of the sub-regional portfolio.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Maintain appropriate arrangements and capacity for direct transactional support for delivery of the sub-regional portfolio.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Review designs and modification as required
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Produce as-built drawings and to support handover and commissioning
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Assist contract division in preparing and evaluation of tender documents of electrical services (specifications, BOQs, rates etc.)
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 The consultant will be requested to work from home and be prepared to travel to any site in or around the countries under GHOH as required and as UNDSS permits.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Ability to embed sustainability solution in design and choice of material
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Ability to use architectural drawings software such as Autodesk \u2013AutoCAD and Revit
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Demonstrated computer ability in using MS Office Suite
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Liaise with UNOPS design review team to enhance knowledge management.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Review designs and modification for all Infrastructure projects in term of accuracy and suitability to overall design requirements, including Identifying improvements in the designs and be able to propose practical solutions
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Strong knowledge of local and international standards and codes
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Ability in specifying technical specifications of various service uses of facility, and associated quality material
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Periodically support site supervision and monitoring ensures that the work is done according to instructions, drawings and technical specifications as per contractual agreement and give the same support to site teams liaising with the Project Managers and Project Engineers.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Support testing and commissioning for handover and acceptance of deliverable to clients
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Prepares monthly progress reports as well as drawings when requested.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Keep files for all design documentation, memos and instructions in correct format<\/p>\n
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Respect for Diversity
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Creativity and innovation
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Commitment to continuous Learning
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Organizing and quality
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Results orientation
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Communications skills
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Teamwork skills
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Client focus<\/p>\n
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Good team player attitude.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Ability to perform with professionalism, integrity and commitment to project demands.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.<\/p>\n