UNOPS Lead Architect Jobs 2023 – Ethiopia NGO Jobs.
UNOPS Ethiopia looking for “Lead Architect”.
Applicants with a degree in Advanced University Degree may apply on or before 12th Sept 2023.
The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is an operational arm of the United Nations, dedicated to implementing projects for the United Nations System, international financial institutions, governments and other partners around the world. The organization’s global headquarters is located on the UN City campus in Copenhagen, Denmark.
UNOPS Lead Architect Jobs 2023
The UNOPS has published a job vacancy announcement on 31st Aug 2023 for qualified Ethiopians to fill in the vacant post of Lead Architect to be based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
| Recruiter | United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) |
| Position | Lead Architect |
| Location | Addis Ababa, Ethiopia |
| Country | Ethiopia |
| Total Vacant Post | N/A |
| Qualification | Advanced University Degree |
| Experience Required | Minimum Three years |
| Application Deadline | 12th Sept 2023 |
UNOPS Job Vacancy 2023
Responsibilities: Under the overall supervision of the ETMCO Senior Programme Manager, the Lead Architect will perform duties including, but not limited to:
- Preparation/revision of design and drawings of new/existing buildings to be constructed/rehabilitated;
- Preparing preliminary/detailed design drawings and relevant design documents;
- Organizing the necessary team resources and leading the preparation of proposals for new projects;
- Leading the team during the design concepts/presentations required to ensure timely, cost effective and quality delivery of work;
- Developing technical specifications and detailed BoQs/technical design documents for infrastructure projects;
- Coordinating with UNOPS Infra team the preparation for all required design documents to initiate the required design review process/certificate and the relevant construction permits;
- Leading, coordinating and supporting the design review and developing the necessary work drawings/documents, when required during the implementation of the project;
- Developing required technical bidding documents for Infrastructure related projects as per the UNOPS Procurement Manual;
- Supporting the procurement team in the pre-bid meetings and providing the necessary clarifications to bidders;
- Conducting technical evaluations for the selection of contractors/suppliers as per the the Procurement Manual;
- Advising on good project management and construction practices;
- Advising on good environmental practices during construction and mitigating environmental impacts of the works;
- Generating regular project reports in accordance to the contractual agreements;
- Preparing regular updates and progress reports as required by UNOPS standard procedures;
- Actively engaging in knowledge sharing and also improving one’s professional skills;
- Maintaining design and construction records and contributing to the production of “As Built” drawings and required design details;
- Checking technical specifications and detailed BoQs for assigned projects;
Position in Organization:
- Lead Architect
- Job categories: Engineering
- Vacancy code: VA/2023/B5333/26632
- Department/office: AFR, ETMCO, Ethiopia MCO
- Duty station: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Contract type: Local ICA Specialist
- Contract level: LICA Specialist-10
- Duration: One year with possibility of extension
- Application period: 30-Aug-2023 to 12-Sep-2023
Qualification:
- An advanced University Degree (Master’s Degree) in Architecture, Engineering, or any other relevant field is required.
Experience:
- At least five (5) years of experience with advanced University Degree (Master’s Degree) in an architectural conceptual design that includes preparation of scheme and final architectural design drawings, Graphics and presentation drawings, and specification OR a First University Degree (Bachelor’s Degree) with Seven (7) years of experience having the stated experience is required.
- At least five (5) years of experience in AutoCAD is required. Experience working on other CAD Visualization software is an added advantage.
- At least three (3) years of experience in the supervision of civil engineering construction activities is required.
- Experience in proposal development is an advantage.
How to Apply UNOPS Lead Architect 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://jobs.unops.org/Pages/ViewVacancy/VADetails.aspx?id=26632
The Closing Date: 12th Sept 2023.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
| Particulars | Details Link |
| Job Advertisement | Click To View |
| Official Website | www.unops.org |
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