UNECA Project Senior Technical Advisor Jobs 2023 – Ethiopia NGO Jobs. UNECA Ethiopia looking for “Project Senior Technical Advisor“. Applicants with a degree in Advanced University Degree may apply on or before 19th March 2023.
Established by the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) of the United Nations (UN) in 1958 as one of the UN’s five regional commissions, ECA’s mandate is to promote the economic and social development of its member States, foster intra-regional integration, and promote international cooperation for Africa’s development. Made up of 54 member States, and playing a dual role as a regional arm of the UN and as a key component of the African institutional landscape, ECA is well positioned to make unique contributions to address the Continent’s development challenges.
UNECA Project Senior Technical Advisor Jobs 2023
The UNECA has published a job vacancy announcement on 15th March 2023 for qualified Ethiopians to fill in the vacant post of Project Senior Technical Advisor to be based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
| Recruiter | United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) |
| Position | Project Senior Technical Advisor |
| Location | Addis Ababa, Ethiopia |
| Country | Ethiopia |
| Total Vacant Post | N/A |
| Qualification | Advanced University Degree |
| Experience Required | Minimum Ten years |
| Application Deadline | 19th March 2023 |
UNECA Job Vacancy 2023
Duties and Responsibilities: Within delegated authority, the Project Senior Technical Advisor will be responsible for the following activities and duties:
- Supervision of the AHP Technical Team Members for the “Day-to-day” technical management of the appointed Consultant, in charge of the technical advisory, as well as the Contractor in charge of the execution of the construction works; reviewing their deliverables and forwarding them to the PM with eventual comments/remarks;
- Analyzes, reviews and advises on the planning, site investigation, design, construction, site utility integration and commissioning of systems and facilities for the project;
- Evaluates, reviews and revises project documents, and analyzes design specifications included in project proposals for accuracy, soundness, feasibility and cost; and provide PM with senior advisory on all relevant matters brought to her/his attention; and review/finalize periodical reports (quarterly);
- Recommends solutions to unusual engineering problems and provide senior technical advice on overall policies, procedures and guidelines pertinent to the project;
- Coordinate with the Contract Manager with regard to technical assessment of received project bids, deliverables, and/or variations from vendors;
- Coordinate, as directed by the PM the work of the consultants, contractors, and team members assigned, ensuring compliance with contractual and project obligations within the planned timeline and budget;
- Confirms Engineering and Architectural technical conclusions and applies common calculations;
- Advise the PM on action to be taken with regards to suggested changes proposed by the Consultant;
- Advice the PM based on overseeing financial management aspects of the project, including the development of draft allotment requests and performance reporting; certify requisitions and approve payment of consultants and contractors as directed by the Project Manager;
- Keeps abreast, through relevant engineering literature, of significant trends and the development of improved methods and equipment;
- Leads efforts of team studying critical problems relating to design or construction of systems and facilities. Investigates and makes recommendations for resolution of problems in specialized area and maintains quality;
- Assist and support the PM in drafting reports for the Project Director as well as for the Stakeholders when required, and
- Performs other related duties as required by the Project Manager and/or Director of Administration, and also acts as Deputy Project Manager.
Position in Organization:
- Posting Title: PROJECT SENIOR TECHNICAL ADVISOR
- Department/Office: Economic Commission for Africa
- Duty Station: ETH , Addis Ababa
- Posting Period: 10 March 2023 – 19 March 2023
- Job Opening Number: 23-Economic Commission for Africa-200643-Consultant
- Staffing Exercise: N/A
Qualification & Experience:
- Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in engineering and/or architecture is required.
- A minimum of Ten years of progressively responsible professional experience in the management of architectural/engineering projects is required
- Related experience at the international level and/or additional experience with security, heritage preservation, construction, major renovation or related projects/systems is desirable
- Experience with the United Nations Common System is an advantage.
How to Apply UNECA Project Senior Technical Advisor Jobs 2023
Note: Before you apply, please download (link is given below) the full advertisement and read it carefully.
Then to apply, go to https://careers.un.org/lbw/jobdetail.aspx?id=200643
The Closing Date: 19th March 2023.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
| Particulars | Details Link |
| Job Advertisement | Click To View |
| Official Website | www.uneca.org |
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