ILO Chief Technical Advisor Jobs 2021 – Nigeria NGO Jobs. ILO Nigeria programme looking for “Chief Technical Advisor“. Applicants with a Advanced university degree in civil engineering may apply on or before 15 June 2021.
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ILO Chief Technical Advisor Jobs 2021
The ILO has published a job vacancy announcement on 11 June 2021 for qualified Nigeria’s to fill in the vacant post of Chief Technical Advisor to be based in Abuja, Nigeria.
| Recruiter | International Labour Organization (ILO) |
| Position | Chief Technical Advisor |
| Location | Abuja, Nigeria |
| Country | Nigeria |
| Total Vacant Post | N/A |
| Qualification | Advanced university degree in civil engineering |
| Experience Required | 10 years of experience |
| Application Deadline | 15 June 2021 |
ILO Job Vacancy 2021
Job Purpose: This ILO technical assistance project forms an integral part of the larger Rural Access and Agriculture Marketing Project (RAAMP) in Nigeria implemented by the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development in 13 States. Within this framework, the Chief Technical Advisor will take charge of all activities within the scope of the ILO technical assistance. He/she will in particular contribute to the “Routine Maintenance and Spot Improvements” and “Decent Work” components. The Chief Technical Advisor will be responsible for the overall management of the ILO TA team and support the national team in policy planning, roads and bridge maintenance, OSH and promoting decent work. He/she will act as the main ILO liaison between Federal Project Management Unit (FPMU) and States Project Implementation Units (SPIUS) and Government field offices and World Bank.
Description of Duties:
- Manage and monitor the overall implementation of the ILO project in line with the Agreement and project document and initiate the recruitment and supervision of the ILO team of about 40 experts. Prepare the required progress reports and ad hoc reports on the status of project planning and implementation including the financial management of the project.
- Ensure timely provision of inputs including technical support services, consultants, civil works contracts, training, equipment, supplies and other needs related to the project components in line with work plans and procurement plans. Support the development and maintenance of computerized information systems for use in monitoring and reporting on activities and performance.
- Ensure the full involvement and assess and build capacity of the government counterpart agencies and their technical staff in the planning and implementation of the overall programme.
- Prepare and conduct technical training for national staff, counterparts, local contractors, community-based maintenance groups and other beneficiaries, including the development of appropriate course material and organising the translation of selected material into local languages. Develop training modules and material for SPIUs maintenance/asset management units and Road Maintenance Groups, community contractors and spot improvement contractors.
Qualification:
- Advanced university degree in civil engineering.
Experience:
- 10 years of experience in managing rural transport infrastructure works of which 7 years in the field of employment intensive rural road rehabilitation and maintenance and at least five years at the international level.
- Experience in working and engaging with governments’ agencies, the private sector, donors including World Bank and UN agencies, and a heterogeneous team composed of consultants, specialists, and local collaborators of different educational and cultural background, in remote/difficult settings.
Other Details
- Contract Type: Fixed Term
- Department: RO-Africa
- Organization Unit: CO-Abuja
- Languages: Excellent knowledge of English Language
- Selection Process: Interview
- Salary: negotiable
- Application Process: Online
How to Apply ILO Chief Technical Advisor Jobs 2021
Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application form. To apply, please visit ILO Jobs. The system provides instructions for online application procedures.
Applicants will be contacted directly if selected for a written test and/or an interview.
Depending on the location and availability of candidates, assessors and interview panel members, the ILO may use communication technologies such as Skype, Video or teleconference, e-mail, etc for the assessment and evaluation of candidates at the different stages of the recruitment process, including technical tests or interviews.
| Particulars | Details Link |
| Job Advertisement | Download |
| Official Website | www.ilo.org |
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