General

Description of assignment title: Facilities/Accommodation Management Assistant

Assignment country: Somalia

Expected start date: 01/01/2022

Sustainable Development Goal: PEACE, JUSTICE AND STRONG INSTITUTIONS

Volunteer category: International UN Volunteer Specialist

DoA reserved for persons with disabilities: No

Host entity: UNSOS

Type: Onsite

Duration: 6 months (with possibility of extension)

Number of assignments: 1

Duty stations: Mogadiscio

Details

Mission and objectives

The United Nations Security Council in Resolution 2245 adopted on 09 November 2015 established the United Nations Support Office in Somalia (UNSOS). This replaced the United Nations Support Office for AMISOM (UNSOs), established in 2009. https://unsos.unmissions.org/unsos-mandate. United Nations Security Council Resolution 2245 decided that UNSOS will be responsible for support to AMISOM, UNSOM, the Somali National Army (SNA) and the Somali Police Force (SPF) on joint operations with AMISOM.

Context

The United Nations Security Council in Resolution 2245 adopted on 09 November 2015 established the United Nations Support Office in Somalia (UNSOS). This replaced the United Nations Support Office for AMISOM (UNSOA), established in 2009. United Nations Security Council Resolution 2245 decides that UNSOS will be responsible for support to AMISOM, UNSOM, the Somali National Army (SNA), and the Somali Police Force (SPF) on joint operations with AMISOM

Task description

Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Unit of Facility Management and Maintenance Unit, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks:

•  Coordinate with other units in EFMMS the day-to-day maintenance of accommodations including attending and coordinating repair works in case of emergency.
•  Assist in defining, developing, evaluating, and verifying Task Orders for the above-mentioned maintenance work
•  Conduct a final review of draft Task Orders (TOs) submitted through relevant Project Managers by mission contracted vendors and certify that all necessary supporting documents/information (e.g. Approved Engineering Works Request forms, contract information, proper/detailed description of works, location of the works, projected works schedule, bills of quantities duly certified by consultants and devoid of arithmetic errors, key performance indicators (KPls), etc.) are included in the draft TOs
•  Confirm that the correct signatories of task orders are included in the Task Order (TO) documents. Subsequently, finalize and submit task orders (TOs) to Chief Engineer and Chief Service Delivery for signature prior to issuance to vendors for acceptance and commencement of the task
•  Ensure all materials and equipment used by the contractors meet the required standards
•  Ensure that operation safety and Health Standards are followed by all contractors.
•  Apply standard management for initiating and completing projects related to facilities maintenance, ground maintenance, and repair works within UNSOS premises.
•  Liaise with other staff members and mission specialists responsible for related specialized phases to arrive at mutually satisfactory approaches to problems by exchanging and comparing data. c0z7162 Dgn9qn
•  Assist in developing specifications for goods and services related to the management of the facility.
•  Willing to be assigned in the Regional and Provincial Offices.
•  Perform any other related duties, as and when required.

Eligibility criteria

Age: 27 – 80

Nationality

Candidate must be a national of a country other than the country of assignment.

Requirements

Required experience

5 years of experience in Camp management/administration, logistics support, or related fields, including at least 2 years at the international level. Experience in managing support services in international operations in a post-conflict environment is desirable. Knowledge of UN rules, regulations, and working practices pertaining to field missions is an advantage.

Area(s) of expertise

Facility management

Driving license

Languages

English, Level: Fluent, Required French, Level: Working knowledge, Desirable

Required education level

Technical/vocational diploma in Logistics, inventory, and other premises maintenance/management services

Competencies and values

•  Client Orientation
•  Integrity and professionalism
•  Accountability
•  Commitment to continuous learning
•  Planning and organizing
•  Teamwork and respect for diversity
•  Communication
•  Flexibility, adaptability, and ability and willingness to operate independently in austere, remote, and potentially hazardous environments for protracted periods

Other information

Living conditions and remarks

General: Mogadishu is the HQ of the UNSOM operation inside the Somalia mission area and is a non-family duty station. The UN Volunteer will be subject to the overall direction and guidance of the UN Designated Official (DO) for security. The volunteer will be incorporated into all applicable security protocols and will be required to strictly adhere to the guidelines, security plans, and other directives issued by the DO. While in Somalia, the volunteer will be housed in UN-provided accommodation. In Mogadishu, this is at the UN Compound at the Mogadishu International Airport (MIA). Accommodation: Due to the security situation in the UNSOS mission area and coupled with the fact that there is no living accommodation on the private market that meets minimum UN security and safety standards for UN personnel, expatriate personnel deployed to Mogadishu are provided secured accommodation in a camp-style environment. Some of the accommodation (hard wall and prefabs) are paid for by the UN personnel on a monthly basis. However, containerized accommodation is provided free by the UN. The UN-provided accommodation is essentially equipped with minimum room furniture. The accommodation could be single or shared rooms with shared bath and toilet facilities. Power and water are provided by the UN inside the camp to its occupants. Food and Diet: There is no access to local markets in Mogadishu. There is a UN Contractor-managed dining facility inside the UNSOS Camp in Mogadishu where food is provided at a cost by the contractor CIANO. Personnel may cook their own meals at common kitchen buildings situated at convenient locations within the camp. Health: Exposure exists to many tropical diseases. All medical formalities specified in the Offer or Travel Advisory should be completed before traveling. Yellow Fever vaccination is compulsory before coming to the mission area, while vaccinations for Hepatitis A & B, Typhoid, Tetanus/Diphtheria, Polio, and Meningitis are recommended. A vaccination Card (yellow card) must be brought. Malaria prophylaxis is highly recommended. Due to the large number of various types of insects in the mission area, it is also recommended to use insecticide-impregnated nets and insect repellants. UN personnel have access during working hours to a Civilian Clinic inside the UNSOS Camp in Mogadishu. Rest and Recuperation: International personnel, including UN Volunteers, working in the UNSOS mission area are entitled to a 4-week Rest and Recuperation (R & R) cycle. This means that after every 4 weeks of being in the mission area, a break is taken to travel to either Nairobi (UNSOS designated R & R location) or any other destination outside the mission area. The R & R entitlement consists of 5 calendar days R & R, with 2 travel days added, every 4 weeks. UN flights from Mogadishu or any other deployed site in the mission to Nairobi and back to the duty station can be used at no expense. However, accommodation, food, and other expenses while on R & R are borne by the individual. Approval of R & R is balanced against operational requirements.

Inclusivity statement

United Nations Volunteers is an equal opportunity programme that welcomes applications from qualified professionals. We are committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, care protected characteristics. As part of their adherence to the values of UNV, all UN Volunteers commit themselves to combat any form of discrimination, and to promoting respect for human rights and individual dignity, without distinction of a person’s race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.

Note on Covid-19 vaccination requirements

Selected candidates for certain occupational groups may be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) in line with the applicable host entity policy

 

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