International Engineer

Position Title: International Engineer

Duty Station: Niamey, Niger

Classification: Professional Staff, Grade P2

Type of Appointment: Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 21 February 2022

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. Read more about diversity and inclusion at IOM at www.iom.int/diversity.

Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process.

For the purpose of this vacancy, the following are considered first-tier candidates:

1. Internal candidates

2. Candidates from the following non-represented member states:

Antigua and Barbuda; Aruba (Netherlands); Botswana; Cabo Verde; Comoros;Congo (the); Cook Islands; Cuba; Curaçao; Fiji; Guinea-Bissau; Guyana; Holy See; Iceland; Kingdom of Eswatini; Kiribati; Lao People’s Democratic Republic (the); Latvia; Libya; Luxembourg; Madagascar; Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated States of); Montenegro; Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Saint Lucia; Saint Vincent and the Grenadines; Samoa; Sao Tome and Principe; Seychelles; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas; Timor-Leste; Tonga; Tuvalu; Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:

All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states.

Context:

As the United Nations agency for migration, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) is committed to the principle that humane and orderly migration benefits migrants and society. As part of this commitment, IOM adopts a comprehensive approach in addressing risks associated with irregular migration and in ensuring that the human rights-based approach is fully incorporated into all its responses related to transnational organised crime. At the centre of IOM’s support is a holistic approach to counter-trafficking efforts, that privileges respect for migrants and human rights, and the physical, mental and social well-being of the individual and community. This is done through institutional capacity development, partnerships, and international cooperation, as a means of ensuring the sustainability of our actions.

IOM Niger aims to strengthen the Government of Niger and especially the National Police’s border management institutional, infrastructural and operational capacities, including the deployment of an efficient Border Management Information System in suitable infrastructures at central, regional and border level: the Migration Information and Data Analysis System (MIDAS) developed by IOM. IBM projects are implemented in all regions of Niger, in partnership with state security actors and other partners.

Under the direct supervision of the Immigration and Border Management (IBM) unit Programme Manager in Niger, in close cooperation with all the Project Managers, the International Engineer will be accountable and responsible for supervising and coordinating the construction related activities within the IBM unit, including supervising the team of national engineers.

The Immigration and Border Management (IBM) Unit in Niger has been active since 2015 in Niger and has strategic partnerships with the National Police and the Directorate for Territorial Surveillance (DST). The unit is composed of 22 staff, split between Niamey and the other areas of intervention (Tahoua, Maradi, Zinder, Adagez). The unit implements an average number of 10 projects for a total budget of approximately 10 million USD per fiscal year and has a leading strategic role in the border management field in Niger. Extensive travel to the field and across the region for monitoring and evaluation be required.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Effectively supervise and coordinate the construction and civil engineering related works throughout IBM Unit, taking into account budget and timeframe.

2. Support the design of the Construction project to facilitate the development of a coherent proposal, helping construction contractors to completely understand and interpret proposals and carry out the work according to the developed design and technical documentation.

3. Closely coordinate with the Directorate of Logistics and Infrastructure (DLI) of the National Police throughout the design and construction process to facilitate proper identification of and adherence to requirements for the headquarters building.

4. Facilitate follow up and support on tendering, contracting, payment and controlling processes for the building construction in close collaboration with the Procurement and Logistics (PLU) and Finance and the support of the IBM logistical programme assistant.

5. Supervise local engineers in charge of on-site construction (Niamey, Tillabéri, Zinder, Tahoua).

6. Participate in relevant conferences, workshops, steering committees, and technical working groups related to civil engineering, as well as other forums to coordinate IOM activities in this field.

7. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or

• University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Minimum of two years experience in the construction field;

• Experience in urban planning, project administration and construction management;

• Experience in report writing and project development participation.

Skills

• Good knowledge of project development, administration and evaluation of concepts and procedures;

• Strong IT skills;

• Overall good knowledge of IT and skills in AutoCAD software will be a plus;

• Strong relationship and public liaison skills;

• Extensive coordination and managerial skills.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.

External applicants for all positions in the Professional category are required to be proficient in English and have at least a working knowledge of one additional UN Language (French, Spanish, Arabic, Russian or Chinese).

For all applicants, fluency in English and French is required (oral and written).

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Notes

Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database (https://whed.net/home.php).

Required Competencies:

Values – all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.

• Integrity and transparency: maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.

• Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2

• Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.

• Delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.

• Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.

• Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.

• Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2

• Leadership: provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the organization’s vision; assists others to realize and develop their potential.

• Empowering others & building trust: creates an atmosphere of trust and an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.

• Strategic thinking and vision: works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link.

https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.pdf

Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.

Other:

Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates endorsed by the Appointments and Postings Board will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.

The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are nationals of the duty station’s country cannot be considered eligible.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be required for individuals hired on or after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the medical clearance process.

Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.