Job Description

The Consultant services are required to support implementation of activities within variety of projects focused on the repairs, reconstruction, overhaul or construction of the selected infrastructure objects.

The project “Hromada Reconstruction and Empowerment Facility” (HREF) is implemented on the basis of the Agreement concluded between the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and the Credit Institution for Reconstruction (KfW) on 19 December 2023 (BMZ-No 2023 679 69) with the aim to improve the economic independence and thus the living conditions of internally displaced persons and population groups affected by conflict with high economic vulnerability.

In order to achieve greater effectiveness by interlinking the various components of the programme, activities are implemented focusing on two oblasts: Mykolaiv and Vinnytsia, which are benefitting also from other projects funded by German government through KfW. These components include improving the infrastructure within businesses, investing in economically relevant local infrastructure and setting up a network of regional advisory centers (Hubs and sub-Hubs).

The Consultant will be responsible for technical assessments, preparing scope of required works, monitoring repairs and rehabilitations of selected buildings, in coordination with relevant colleagues, partners and municipalities.

Also, if required, the consultant might support activities related to repairs and refurbishment in collective centres or damaged individual residencies and multi-apartment residential buildings.

Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing: Shelter and NFI Unit, IOM Ukraine;

Tasks to be performed under this contract

1. Conduct field visits as necessary to assess and document repair requirements, including but not limited to, for communal infrastructure, social institutions, collective centers, individual residencies and multi-apartment residential buildings.
2. Draft Bills of Quantities and Bills of Materials and Equipment, necessary engineering drawings taking into consideration national legislation and following IOM standards.
3. Assist the Senior Project Associate with the coordination with Logistics and Procurement Unit on the procurement process by reviewing or preparing construction-related procurement documents.
4. Conduct quality, timeline and cost control and document progress of works on-site. Navigate changes and correction where necessary and needed. Document any changes from original designs and plans and coordinate necessary actions closely with the programme management and procurement units.
5. Monitor implementation of construction activities at field, ensuring compliance with safety measures and donor visibility requirements, in order to track progress and report potential gaps/delays in the implementation to the Project Officer (Shelter).
6. Work closely with relevant internal units to support that Housing Land and Property issues are considered and integrated in the unit’s response during all phases of the project.
7. Support administrative coordination of project implementation, involving liaison with diverse organizational units and external parties to initiate requests, obtain necessary clearances, process and follow-up on administrative actions, etc.
8. Ensure proper filing of documents according to data protection and confidentiality protocols.
9. Adhere to the highest standard to IOMs policy on the Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) and verify implementation partners and contractors implement those standards to the same level.
10. Perform such other duties that may be required.

Performance indicators for the evaluation of results

Consultant monthly reports to IOM fully correspond requested tasks. The day-to-day work will be coordinated with the relevant IOM project staff.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education, Experience and/or skills required

Level of Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering/Architecture from an accredited academic institution with at least 4 years of relevant professional experience.

Specific experience:

• Experience in the field of construction engineering and contract management;
• Experience in the technical supervision of the construction/reconstruction/overhaul projects;
• Experience in planning and implementation of civil design construction;
• Experience working with a non-governmental organization and/or international organization is an advantage;

Travel required

Yes, travel duties are mandatory according to the contract.

Languages

For this consultancy, fluency in Ukrainian is required, working knowledge of English is an advantage

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

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• 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.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators

• 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 actions and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Notes

IOM covers Consultants against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the consultancy. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. Consultants are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work.

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

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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