Historique
The UNDP Partnership for the Future Programme, funded by the European Union, aims at contributing to the peace building process in Cyprus through different levels of intervention ranging from Urban Infrastructure and Rehabilitation to assistance to small and medium sized enterprises.
The purpose of programme is to upgrade the living environment through infrastructure/urban revitalisation projects. More specifically, this will be addressed through improving infrastructure and to support the urban upgrading and revitalisation of major towns and minor town/villages in the northern part of
The incumbent will support in the implementation, supervision and monitoring of activities for the Upgrading of local and urban infrastructure – Phase 1 & 2 as well as any other related project in Cyprus. The Project Officer (Architect) will formulate projects in Project Note formats to enable the Project Steering Committee to make decisions on projects. He/she will assess project proposals in technical, administrative, financial aspects and prepare assessment notes on each project.
He/She will provide analysis required for the preparation of technical documents for the projects, such as the drawings/details, technical specifications.
For all technical matters he/she reports to the Senior Technical Officer.
For some of the projects/contracts the incumbent will independently act as ‘engineer’ as per the General Conditions of Contract for Works with all the duties and responsibilities stipulated in the contract conditions.
He/She will be the
The incumbent reports to the Programme Manager for all the matters.
Devoirs et responsabilités
Summary of Key Functions: Under the overall guidance of the Programme Manager and direct supervision of the Senior Technical Officer he/she will carry out the following functions:
Administrative support and project Implementation
Key Result: Contribute to the effective and efficient delivery of project services meeting client needs and ensuring that performance of the contractors are in accordance with contractual terms and conditions.
The Project Officer will perform the following tasks:
- Prepare the feedback to Programme Manager /Senior Technical Officer on submissions of contractors for works and services.
- Preparing the Invitations to Bid, Requests for Quotations, Request for Proposals, and all the relevant contents as required by the project activity.
- Coordinating with beneficiary technical teams during the design and implementation of the projects.
- Carrying out reviews of Technical Specifications, BoQ and Drawings Monitoring the site supervisors assigned for the construction works, including technical reports, measurement of works, variations, snag list etc.
- Supervision the assigned design and works contracts, according to contract documents
- Carrying out the necessary project site visits.
- Recommend payment requests based on contract terms.
- Reviewing and confirming that all necessary documents/ certificates/testing/ photos etc of each contract are filed according to requirements.
- Managing the appropriate filing of projects and supporting documentation as per UNDP/EU requirement and maintain library of project information for future analysis and dissemination.
- Informing the Programme Manager of any problem which may arise on project implementation.
- Any other duties that may be assigned by the Programme Manager.
Project Health & Safety
Key Result: Reviewing health & safety documents submitted by bidder at tender stage and overall supervision of H&S matters
- Carry out duties as the focal person of Health & safety for the
PFF implemented projects. - Technical Advise on HS issues.
- Review all HS related documentation and provide feedback.
Impact of Results
The key results have an impact on the efficiency of the unit. Accurate analysis and presentation of information, thoroughly researched and fully documented work strengthens the capacity of the office and facilitates subsequent action by the supervisor. Incumbent’s own initiative is decisive in results of work and timely finalization.
Compétences
- Integrity
- Enthusiasm
- Commitment
- Planning and Organizing
- Communication
- Judgment and Decision Making
- High organizational skills
- Able to work efficiently with minimal direction
- Self disciplined with strong work ethics
- Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
- Familiarity with UNDP Regulations, Rules, policies, procedures and practices
- Familiarity with the GC/ TC working environment
- Demonstrated ability to assist with the production and management of all project documentation to a professional and accurate standard
- Demonstrated ability to assist with motivating contractors to deliver as per contractual agreements
Qualifications et expériences requises
Education
- University Degree in Architecture from accredited university.
- Registration with the relevant professional chambers or associations.
Experience:
- At least 5 years working experience in assisting/the preparation/ monitoring the implementation of architectural projects or closely related field experience in similar projects with focus on urban upgrading.
- At least 3 projects/contracts managed as ‘engineer’.
- High proficiency with computers in particular Autocad / MS Word/ MS Excel/MS Outlook.
- UNDP experience would be an advantage.
- Familiarity with the GC/ TC working environment.
- Familiarity and knowledge of various civil works modalities and conditions.
Language Requirements:
- Fluency in written and spoken of English as well as of Turkish and/or Greek.
Other requirements:
- Vacancy is open to individuals with valid local work permit.
Application procedure:
- Qualified candidates are requested to apply online via this site.
- Application should contain a brief Cover Letter (in English) stating interest in and qualifications. Please paste the letter into the "Resume and Motivation" section of the electronic application.
- Personal Curriculum Vitae and/or UNDP P-11 form (blank form can be downloaded from http://europeandcis.undp.org/files/hrforms/P11_SC_SSA.doc ).
- 3 work references.