Quality Engineering Technician - Associate

Organizational Context

UNOPS Asia Pacific Regional Office (EAPMCO) supports operations across 24 countries, focusing on strategic direction and project delivery in areas like energy transition and sustainable development. In Timor-Leste, UNOPS is supporting a UNEP-led Green Climate Fund project to enhance early warning systems for hydro-meteorological hazards. This role is embedded within that project, providing essential HR and procurement services.

Job Purpose

The Quality Engineering Technician - Associate will provide crucial technical expertise and support for establishing and operationalizing Timor-Leste's air quality monitoring system. This involves ensuring the functionality, reliability, and maintenance of monitoring infrastructure, including site selection, sensor deployment, and data integration. The role also encompasses capacity building for local authorities and stakeholders, fostering collaboration to enhance climate data collection and analysis. Ultimately, the position contributes to strengthening early warning systems and improving public health resilience through better air quality management.

Responsibilities

Site selection and preparation for sensor deployment, including field assessments and coordination with local authorities for permissions. Technical implementation and field support for the hybrid air quality monitoring infrastructure, involving diagnostics, troubleshooting, and calibration of sensors. Integration of sensor data into management systems and coordination with national climate-health data systems. Contribution to capacity building through training and mentoring local staff on air quality monitoring, data management, and quality assurance. Acting as a local technical focal point, liaising with project management and stakeholders, and assisting in report preparation and community engagement.

Work Experience

Required experience includes troubleshooting air quality sensors and monitoring equipment, conducting site assessments, and proficiency with collaboration tools. Desired experience includes technical knowledge of air quality monitoring principles, station location selection, training development, and working in multicultural or UN environments.

Skills

Troubleshooting, Site Assessment, Data Integration, Capacity Building, Training Delivery, Stakeholder Engagement, Report Writing, Environmental Monitoring.

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