CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE WORKER

Org. Setting and ReportingThe position is located in the Field Engineering Office, Kinshasa in the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Democratic Republic of Congo, MONUSCO. The Construction and Maintenance Worker reports to the Field Engineering Officer (FEO), in Kinshasa. ResponsibilitiesThe construction and Maintenance Worker will be responsible for following duties: - Implement instructions and construction activities on the ground. - Carries out necessary communication, coordination, liaison with other clients and occupational groups in the Section in relation to specialized services, in absence of the unit head. - Collaborates with clients to come up with mutually satisfactory approaches to problems, exchanges and compares date and ensures client satisfaction with finished product. - Undertakes direct onsite supervision and control, including the layout, construction and engineering structures, supervises other skilled, semi-skilled technicians and unskilled workers, implements construction work and ensures all work in a production environment are coordinated properly and carried out as they should be. - Oversees inventory and control of tools and equipment, monitors hand tools issued and verifies quality and quantity of supplied parts/materials for all types of accommodation units used in the field. - Manages prefabricated structure parts, building construction and operations, carries out repairs whenever necessary, including adaptation of parts and materials as directed and dismantling and packing of such structures during liquidation periods. - Performs cost estimates in regard to repairs for refurbishing or damaged buildings, facilities and systems, determines feasibility of repairs or replacement, produces cost data and estimates on engineering related requirements of current and planned projects. - Under the guidance of the direct supervisor, provides timely and reliable construction and maintenance support services to all sections/unit within the field mission. - Establishing plans for carrying out projects as requested, considering manpower, supplies and time required. - Monitoring the ongoing process and working out the difficulties that might arise through the process, conducting inspections to ensure requirements are met. - Reviewing and checking the work provided by the contractors in accordance with the need of the Field office. - Performs other duties, as required. CompetenciesProfessionalism: Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations; takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; Identifies priority activities and assignments; Adjusts priorities as required; Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; Uses time efficiently. Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; Places team agenda before personal agenda; Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. EducationHigh school diploma or equivalent. Job - Specific QualificationTechnical training in the field of engineering design and construction is desirable. Work ExperienceMinimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in planning, design, implementation of construction, renovation, refurbishment projects in the private and commercial field is required. Experience in closure of sites and locations is desirable. Experience in UN peacekeeping or other field operations is desirable. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Secretariat. For the position advertised fluency in French (both oral and written) is required, fluency in oral in English is desirable. AssessmentEvaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise or competency-based interview or both. Special NoticeThis position is subject to local recruitment pursuant to staff rule 4.4 of the United Nations Staff Rules. This job opening is to identify the most qualified candidate for the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUSCO). Candidates endorsed by the FCRB but not selected will be placed on the CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE WORKER, GL-5) roster. The entire assessment process takes an average of six months; all applicants will be notified in writing of the outcome of their application (whether successful or unsuccessful) within 14 days of the conclusion of the process. Successful candidates will be placed on the roster and subsequently will be invited to apply for field mission vacancies open only to roster members. Roster membership does not guarantee selection. Appointment or assignment against this position is for an initial period of one year. The appointment or assignment and renewal thereof are subject to the availability of the post or funds, budgetary approval or extension of the mandate. The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures. 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