MINUSTAH TEMPORARY JOB OPENING

Special Notice

Special Notice

The United Nations Stabilization MINUSTAH invites all interested and qualified candidates to apply for the announced job opening. All interested candidates should submit their Personal History Profile (PHP) and copies of their educational diploma/certificates and employment records to Recruitment & Career Development Unit (RCDU) via email at minustah-recruitment@un.org.  Blank PHP and supplementary sheets are available at the MINUSTAH Bulletin Board for Internal Candidates and at the MINUSTAH website (http://minustah.unmissions.org/offres-demploi) for external candidates.  Attachments/file size bigger than 10 MB should be sent in batches.

For ease of reference, please include the job opening number indicated above in the subject of your e-mail.

Organizational Setting and Reporting Relationships:

This position is located in the Engineering Section of the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH). The incumbent will report directly to the Supervisor of Electrical Unit.

Under the overall supervision of the Head of the Electrical, HVAC/Refrigeration and Mechanical Unit (EMU), the HVAC Assistant will be responsible for installing, repairing and maintaining all equipment in UN premises and other associated buildings. Maintain all building codes, installation requirements and relevant legislation, including perform scheduled maintenance service on equipment and fixtures in various locations as per schedule, using standard codes of practices and safety standards. The HVAC Assistant will have overall responsibility, as designated and guided by the Head of the Electrical, HVAC/Refrigeration and Mechanical Unit (EMU), for the following:

Responsibilities:

1. Assist HVAC technicians with the installation of HVAC equipment including refrigeration which also includes freezers;
2. Perform fault finding and repair works to HVAC equipment, refrigeration (including freezers), industrial kitchen equipment, kitchen appliances, industrial and domestic gas equipment;
3. Perform routine maintenance checks and procedures for HVAC equipment;
4. Schedule periodical maintenance for all AC units;
5. Prepare brief technical reports, routine documentation and test records;
6. Implement all safety and environmental codes and practices relating to repair and testing of HVAC as well as refrigeration equipment and usage of refrigeration’s gases;
7. Perform any other duties assigned by the Supervisor.

Competencies:

Professionalism: - 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.

Communication - Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; Tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Planning & 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.

Education: - High school diploma is required. First level university degree in Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC) related is desirable.

Work Experience: - A minimum of two (2) years of progressive   experience in commercial and industrial Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC) installations is required. Knowledge in refrigeration equipment such as chest type freezers, walk-in freezers, Thermo-king and Daikin freezer containers would be an asset; some knowledge of IEE wiring regulations is desirable.

Languages: - English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the advertised post, fluency in English both oral and written is required; Knowledge of French is desirable.