Construction Engineer, NO-1, TA 364 days, #128077, Bissau - Guinea Bissau, WCAR

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How can you make a difference?

You as the Construction Officer will report to the Deputy Representative – P4 as per the Country Office (CO) set-up and is responsible for providing technical support to construction activities of the country office. The technical support on construction projects includes planning, support to procurement, as well as monitoring of construction works on site. You will collaborate closely with UNICEF Programme/ Operations in defining construction interventions to meet programmatic needs and achieve results for children.

Summary of key functions/accountabilities:

1. Preparation of construction annual workplan
2. Collaboration with UNICEF Programmes/Operations and coordination with Government counterparts
3. Preparation of design and technical documents
4. Support to procurement process
5. Monitoring of construction projects

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