Special Notice

The United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti 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 certificates 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/recrutement) for external candidates.  Attachments/file size bigger than 10 MB should be sent in batches.

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Organization Setting and Reporting Line

The incumbent provides reliable technical assistance to senior engineering staff and to users in support of activities related to the design, development and execution of various engineering services related to water and sanitation. She/he consistently applies relevant standards and guidelines. She/he efficiently processes work and requisite follow-up, seeking advice as needed. Effectively, and in a timely manner, she/he interacts with colleagues and user groups.

Responsibilities:

This position is located in the Engineering Section of the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH). The incumbent will report directly to the Chief Water and Sanitation Unit/Engineering Section.

Within delegated authority, the Water and Sanitation Assistant Will be responsible for the following:

• Assist all tasks related to water supply and sewerage works installations in the mission;
• Assist installation of new water supply and sewerage works and maintain existing systems;
• Ensure that the water supply and sewerage works installations meet the safety standards in accordance with international codes and regulations;
• Assist in carrying out scheduled periodic and emergency maintenance services on all installations and equipment.
• Periodically inspect ongoing projects and report to the Sector Engineer on progress, timelines and any setbacks or alterations that may occur;
• Inspect engineering works carried out by civilian contractors and ensure all stages are completed satisfactorily prior to payment;
• Assist in preparation of technical reports, drawing and material quantities.
• Design simple installations;
• Assist in preparation of technical reports, drawings and materiel quantities.
• Provide lists of spare parts for water supply and sewerage works and control panels as well as necessary tools and equipment, well in advance;
• Liaise with Water and Sanitation Engineer for expert advice on water supply and sewerage works, electrician on electrical matters and matters and other engineering sub-units, as necessary.
• Provide instructions on end-use care and servicing of water supply and sewerage works;
• Train user’s technicians on proper operation, upkeep, general maintenance of water supply and sewerage works and monitoring quantity levels of supply of spare parts for routine scheduled maintenance, as well as maintenance of log books, maintenance records and spare parts’ consumption records;
• Provide input for data entries in the asset control database immediately after receipt, repairs/overhaul, transfer, and disposal of equipment;
• Performs other duties as and when required, including emergency call-out and standby duties.

Competencies:

Professionalism: - Knowledge of clerical functions, ability to operate standard office equipment; understanding of file systems, ability to apply good judgment in the context of assignments given. Shows pride in work and 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 & 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.

Team Work: - 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 shortcoming.

Education: - High School diploma is required. Vocational training in a related field from a Technical/Trade school, with appropriate apprenticeship Diploma is desirable.

Work Experience: - A minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in water supply and sewerage works, treatment plants and pump installations. Experience with standard techniques and practices for maintenance of various types of treatment plants and pump systems is desirable.

Languages:  - English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in English or French, (both oral and written) is required; knowledge of the other is desirable.