Structural Engineer

The Nepal Health Sector Support Programme 3 (NHSSP 3) had begun in March 2017 as the technical assistance (TA) component of FCDO’s Nepal Health Sector Programme 3 (NHSP3), and included two TA components, the General Health Technical Assistance (GHTA) to support the federal MoHP to deliver its Health Sector Strategy 2015-2022; and the Retrofitting and Health Infrastructure TA (RHITA) to MoHP and Department of Urban Development and Building Construction (DUDBC) to support the retrofitting and rehabilitation of two priority hospitals in earthquake affected areas.

A no-cost extension for the programme was confirmed recently, to provide support for completion of retrofitting of the two public hospitals, and to enable essential components of health reform in the context of federalism. The no-cost extension is referred to as RHITA+ reflecting this dual purpose and will be delivered by Options.

Options Consultancy Services seeks to hire a Structural Engineer to work closely with the Department of Urban Development and Building Construction (DUDBC) under the supervision of the Health Infrastructure Lead.

Responsibilities:

The Structural Engineer will:

• Support to RHITA+ team and DUDBC counterparts in the production and adoption of codes, guidelines and standards on building earthquake resilience into MoHP and DUDBC health infrastructure practice and programmes.
• Support DUDBC counterparts in understanding and adopting the earthquake resilience measures as part of the RHITA+ Capacity Enhancement and Policy Development programmes, and participate in training events and capacity enhancement activities as required
• Participate as an active member of the RHITA+ Health Infrastructure Team, contributing to operational planning, programming, and budgeting processes as required
• Produce reports, materials, and inputs for deliverables as required for the effective performance of the programme
• Attend meetings, seminars, consultative events and workshops as a representative of the OPTIONS programme as required

Person specification:

• Master’s Degree in Structural/Earthquake Engineering, registered professional
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience with significant exposure in programmes / large projects, preferably in health building design and construction after the required qualification has been achieved.
• Experience in retrofitting design and construction works will be an added advantage
• Track record of delivered and built projects, involving design and supervision.
• Strong working knowledge of relevant national and international building design codes, standards and practices

Benefits:

Options offers a comprehensive benefits package including festival bonus, gratuity, insurance packages etc

Other information:

• As an equal opportunity employer, Options Consultancy Services is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage or civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage candidates from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Options Consultancy Services.
• Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and post holders to share this commitment.
• We seek people who are pro-choice, promote diversity and inclusion, are energetic and enthusiastic about Options’ vision.
• Applicants must have the right to work in Nepal.