WFP (World Food Program) offers an exciting career opportunity for Engineers (Construction) in Kabul, Afghanistan. This position involves working closely with WFP Engineering, contributing to vital projects to address food insecurity and improve resilience in Afghanistan.

This role requires a skilled civil engineer to collaborate with and report to the Head of Engineering. The position involves being based in Kabul, with approximately 30% field travel.

Responsibilities include managing engineering construction procurement processes, overseeing construction activity contracts, and providing technical support to WFP programs. The ideal candidate should demonstrate proficiency in building design and planning and have experience in engineering design and construction activities.

Key Details and Dates

• Application Deadline: 16 May 2024
• Vacancy Number:832706
• Result Announcement Dates: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
• Funding Type: Service Contract 8
• Organizer: WFP (World Food Program)
• Eligible Countries: Afghan nationals
• Eligible Gender: Male/Female
• Target Group: Engineers specializing in construction
• Focus Area: Engineering (Construction)
• Study Level: Postgraduate in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering
• Duration: 6 months, with extension possibility
• Program Language: English, plus Pashto and Dari
• Host Country: Afghanistan (Kabul)

Benefits and Financial Aids

The WFP Construction Engineer Post for Afghan Nationals contract type is a Service Contract (8). The United Nations Service Contract 8 (SC8) offers several benefits to its employees, such as competitive salaries, leaves, and more benefits.

Eligibility Criteria

You must meet the following criteria to apply for the WFP Construction Engineer:

• Education: Applicants must have a postgraduate in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering
• Experience: At least one or more years of postgraduate professional experience in civil engineering.
• Desirable Work Experience: Previous experience with construction procurement and contract management.
• Knowledge & Skills: Advanced knowledge of FIDIC contract formats, good communication and leadership skills, knowledge or experience in engineering design, advanced understanding of public procurement procedures, and experience working within the Humanitarian Community and in field conditions.
• Languages: Fluency (level C) in English, plus Pashto or Dari, preferably both

Key Accountabilities

Under the supervision of the Head of Engineering, the Engineer will be responsible for various engineering activities and projects in support of WFP’s Country Operations (CO). The key responsibilities include the following:

• Employees must conduct designer risk assessments and constructability reviews for proposed designs.
• Draft standard, specific, and detailed specifications as required.
• Develop project budgets and cost estimations for implementing civil, structural, electrical, mechanical, or special systems.
• Assist in the preparation of construction contract documentation.
• Review existing infrastructure drawings and provide comments and recommendations.
• Support field engineers, including missions to the field for project support, including emergencies.
• Attend meetings, preparing and reviewing reports, minutes, and correspondence.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders as directed.
• Undertake administrative tasks and provide project management services as required.
• Supervise construction and prepare site reports for security, country office, and logistics projects.
• Operate computer-assisted engineering software and equipment for engineering tasks.

Notes:

• Only short-listed candidates will receive a call for further assessment.
• WFP has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct such as fraud, sexual harassment, abuse of authority, sexual exploitation and abuse, and discrimination.
• Background verification may be conducted internally or through third parties.
• Misrepresentation of information may lead to disqualification or termination of employment.

How to Apply?

• Interested candidates should visit the WFP Careers Portal through the link below to apply.

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• You may communicate with [email protected].
• The WFP recruitment process is free of charge at all stages. Any such requests should be refused and reported to local law enforcement authorities.

Applicants can visit the United Nations (UN) official website for further details.

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