Management Services Associate, Engineer
Organizational Context
The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world's largest humanitarian organization, saving lives in emergencies and building pathways to peace. The Management Services unit manages a broad portfolio of services, including engineering, to support WFP's programmatic and logistical functions across various locations in Chad and beyond.
Job Purpose
The Management Services Associate, SC6, Engineer, will support the National Management Services - Engineer in the planning, design, and execution of civil engineering works. This includes developing tender documents for construction projects such as roads, buildings, and rural infrastructure, participating in technical evaluations, and overseeing construction activities. The role involves ensuring the quality and timely completion of infrastructure projects that are critical for WFP's operations, including temporary and durable facilities, guest houses, warehouses, and rural development initiatives. The associate will also be responsible for project documentation, progress reporting, and ensuring compliance with WFP standards and procedures.
Responsibilities
The Consulting Engineer Operations, under the supervision and in collaboration with the National Management Services Engineer, is responsible for a range of civil engineering and construction management tasks. This includes developing tender documents for various civil works such as roads, buildings, dams, and rural infrastructure. The role involves participating in technical evaluation committees for bid submissions. A key responsibility is the monitoring and control of construction activities for WFP facilities, including offices, guesthouses, and warehouses, both in Chad and other operational areas. The engineer will also be involved in designing construction plans, studying projects, and preparing and verifying quantity surveys. This position requires preparing documentation for completed works, maintaining technical and administrative records, and processing payment claims related to ongoing contracts. Additionally, the engineer will draft work evaluation reports and certificates of completion, and provide training and guidance to staff on administrative procedures and company systems to ensure service consistency and efficiency.
Work Experience
Requires a minimum of six years of progressive professional experience in civil engineering, construction, and construction supervision. Proven experience in building platforms, rural roads, and/or airstrips is essential. Proficiency in English and Arabic is an advantage. Strong skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project) and design software (AutoCAD, ArchiCAD) are necessary, along with knowledge of technical drawing and measurement. Ability to work in challenging conditions with limited resources is also required.
Skills
Civil Engineering, Construction, Road Construction, Building Construction, Public Works, Rural Engineering, Project Design, Technical Evaluation, Work Supervision, Measurement and Estimation, Contract Management, Reporting, Training, Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD, ArchiCAD, Technical Drawing, Project Management, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Problem-Solving, Adaptability, Cultural Sensitivity