Sudan: Associate Engineer (Mechanical)

Post Title: Associate Engineer (Mechanical)

Post Level_: NO-B

Salary (Annual): Range from US$53,214.00 to US$71,408.00

Location: Zalingei

Job Opening Number: UNAMID-JO-ZLG-16-005

Job Opening Deadline: 16 September 2016

United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity

Organizational Setting and Reporting This position is located in Zalingei, within the Engineering Section of the Africa Union-United Nations Mission in Darfur (UNAMID). The incumbent will report to the Sector Engineer.

Duties and responsibilities:

Within delegated authority, the Associate Engineer (Mechanical) will apply professional engineering knowledge and expertise in performance of the following duties:

• Perform periodic, diagnostic service and repair of generators and mechanical systems and providing guidance to technicians. • Coordinate with generator unit supervisor for the work plane, maintenance, and any other related works, and prepare the write off technical reports for generators. • Conduct direct inspection of overhauling of all size of generator from 5 KVA up to 810 KVA in the sectors workshop or team sites. • Preparing and raising of work orders in data base “Galileo system” for all generator unit works. • Determines feasibility of repair or replacement of electrical generation and distribution systems as well as HVAC systems by estimating costs of repairs for electrical and HVAC systems in existing buildings and facilities. • Prepare annual requisition plan, raise the list of spare parts required for generators maintenance, and do the technical evaluation assessments. • Carrying out training sessions and technical guidance required to improve the performance of the national staff and Individual contractors (IC). • Design, Set up and Installation, of interfacing of generators synchronizing systems. • Prepare submit daily, weekly, and monthly reports for maintenance works and fuel monitoring. • Perform other duties as required;

Competencies:

• Professionalism: Demonstrated engineering skills that indicate capability to progress to more challenging projects. Experience in assembling information and drafting reports. Analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and under pressure. 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.

Qualifications:

Education: Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) preferably in Mechanical engineering. A first level university degree with a relevant combination of academic qualifications and experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree

Experience: A minimum of two (2) years progressive responsible experience in mechanical engineering or related fields. Demonstrates knowledge of electrical power generation systems, distribution, switching and control is desirable.

Language: Fluency in both spoken and written English and Arabic is required.

HOW TO APPLY Interested and qualified applicants should submit their application together with the United Nations Personal History form (P.11) and/or CV along with copies of own Birth Certificate, Sudanese Resident Certificate, Academic/University Diploma and previous employment certificates by one of the following methods:

By Hand: to UNAMID Regional Office in Zalingei or at Super Camp Security Gate. By Email: unamidjo-zlg@un.org

Note: All applicants must indicate the JO No., Post Title and Duty Station to which they are applying on the subject line (by email) and/or on the sealed envelope (by hand delivery). E.g. UNAMID-JO-ZLG-16-005, Associate Engineer (Mechanical), NO-B.

Please do not submit original certificate(s) with the applications.

In line with the UN policy on gender balance, female candidates are encouraged to apply

POSITIONS OPEN FOR SUDANESE NATIONALS ONLY

Important Consideration for Applicants: This position is locally recruited. UNAMID will not provide accommodation to locally recruited staff.

WARNING TO APPLICANTS:

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, TRAINING OR ANY OTHER FEES). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.