AMAL Project Officer – Infrastructure- Ana

[Ana,Iraq ]

Position:                                            Project Officer – Engineer

Reports to:                                       project Coordinator – Infrastructure

Supervision of:                                NA

Duty station:                                    Anbar (Based in Ana)

Travel:                                               80%

Project number:                             IQFM2012

Duration and type of contract:   1 year

 

All NRC employees are expected to work in accordance with the organisation’s core values: dedication, innovation, inclusivity and accountability. These attitudes and believes shall guide our actions and relationships.

 

1. Role and responsibilities

The purpose of the officer position is to undertake day to day infrastructure activities of “Market-based Agricultural Rehabilitation & Employment in Post-Conflict Iraq” in Anbar governorate.

 

Generic responsibilities

• Adhere to NRC policies, tools, handbooks and guidelines as well Government rules and regulations
• Implement delegated project portfolio activities related to infrastructure according to plan of action specifically in regards to Technical aspects
• Prepare and develop technical status reports as required by management
• Ensure proper filing of technical documents in both hard and soft copies
• Ensure that projects target beneficiary sites/units most in need, and explore and assess new and better ways to assist
• Promote and share ideas for technical improvement in relation to both the “hard” and “soft” components of infrastructure programming
• Actively participate in capacity building trainings, workshops and seminars organized by NRC.
• Actively participate in developing work plans for the technical aspects of the project activities
• Ensure that gender and protection mainstreaming are carried out at the field level.
• Collaborate with teams from other CC’s to ensure that project beneficiaries are provided with the full packages of services available through NRC’s programming according to the beneficiaries specific and self-identified needs

 

Specific responsibilities

• Organize and lead technical needs assessments, focus group discussions, contractor meetings, and technical discussions with stakeholder.
• Supervise the beneficiary selection in accordance with the technical project selection criteria.
• Prepare informational materials for project beneficiaries in regards to BoQs and scope of works Develop training materials related to proper installation of materials.
• Organize and lead the supervision and monitoring contractor work, works carried out by Daily/Incentive labor and/or repairs done by the beneficiaries themselves.
• Consolidate site level BoQs for inclusion in procurement documents. Ensure that content specifications are precise and work with logistics to obtain samples as needed.
• Prepare the production of site level BoQs and BoQ amendments. Collaborate with PC on development of standardized BoQs.
• Prepare project level scope of work and prepare site/unit level Scope of Work. Collaborate with PC on development of standardized BoQs.
• Develop technical specifications for materials and construction activities in coordination with Project Coordinator. Prepare Technical designs as required.
• Track and record information related to project beneficiaries, handle requests and complaints in regards to technical aspects of implementation as directed by Project Coordinator and M&E unit.
• Carry-out field level coordination with contractors and/or Daily/Incentive Labor in areas of project implementation.
• Organize and lead field level M&E activities specifically related to the technical aspects of project implementation and develop lessons learned documentation related to technical implementation.
• Any other task relevant to the position as requested by the line manager.

 

 

Critical interfaces

By interfaces, NRC means processes and projects that are interlinked with other departments/units or persons. Relevant interfaces for this position are:

• Activating Markets and Agricultural Livelihoods staff in country office and other locations.
• Other Core Competencies namely ICLA, Education, WASH, and Shelter for programme integration and referrals.
• Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) department
• Security and Access
• Logistics
• Finance

 

Scale and scope of position

Staff:	NA
Stakeholders:	Liaise with Community stakeholders (Mukhtars, Sheiks, Displaced Community,  representatives), Local government representatives – (District/Sub-District Level), beneficiaries, Community level coordination bodies.
Budgets:	As delegated by PC
Information:	Project Database – Project Level, Mobenzi Assessments – Project level, Site/Unit Technical Assessments/BoQs/Scope Of Works, Handover documents, Completion of Works
Legal or compliance:	Terms of Employment, Donor Rules, NRC Logistics, Finance and HR Rules, Code of Conduct

1. Competencies

Competencies are important in order for the employee and the organisation to deliver desired results. They are relevant for all staff and are divided into the following two categories:

 

1. Professional competencies

These are skills, knowledge and experience that are important for effective performance.

 

Generic professional competencies:

• Experience working as a Project Officer – Technical (or Equivalent) in a humanitarian/recovery context
• Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
• Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
• Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile
• Fluency in Arabic both spoken and writing.
• Fluency in English is an advantage.
• Knowledge of additional local dialects is a plus.

 

Context/ Specific skills, knowledge and experience:

• Post-secondary technical education or higher in engineering, architecture, construction management or equivalent.
• At least two years experience in a technical responsible position in an NGO (preferred), or in an International company.
• Proven experience in developing and following through on technical implementation of construction project.
• Experience in documenting progress of construction related activities.
• Experience in monitoring construction activities/contractors ensuring that technical standards are adhered to during implementation.
• Experience in developing BoQs, BoQ Amendments, Scope of Work, Technical specifications of materials and construction activities.
• Ability to prioritize needs and carry out multiple tasks simultaneously
• Experience in coordinating the technical aspects of implementation activities carried out by contractors.
• Knowledge of the context in (Iraq) specifically in regards to the technical aspects of the shelter and infrastructure needs in the area of implementation.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, analytical and negotiation skills
• Basic understanding of concept note, proposal and report writing
• Advanced computer skills, especially in Word, Excel and CAD. Knowledge of Microsoft Project and other design programs is a plus.

 

2. Behavioural competencies

• Handling insecure environments
• Managing resources to optimize results
• Empowering and building trust
• Planning and delivering results
• Flexible and creative
• Pro-active, goal-oriented and results driven

 

2. Performance Management

The employee will be accountable for the responsibilities and the competencies, in accordance with the NRC Performance Management Manual. The following documents will be used for performance reviews:

• The Job Description
• The Work and Development Plan
• The Mid-term/End-of-trial Period Performance Review Template
• The End-term Performance Review Template
• The NRC Competency Framework

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