1. Monitoring and Progress Controls

   • Contribute to ensuring contractors' compliance with Quality Management Plan, Health, Safety, Social, and Environmental (HSSE) plans, and international best practices.
   • Contribute to the coordination and documentation of meetings with stakeholders, preparing meeting minutes for project discussions.
   • Analyze project progress, identifying adherence to schedule, budget, and quality standards.

2. Technical Review and Quality Assurance

   • Prepare inputs for and review comprehensive design documentation, including design briefs, reports, calculations, drawings, specifications, and schedules, applying international standards.
   • Contribute to the review of electrical design accuracy and suitability, identifying potential improvements and recommending practical solutions.
   • Contribute to ensuring all tasks meet applicable Quality Management Plan (QMP) and Quality Control (QC) standards.
   • Prepare high-quality AutoCAD drawings and maintain accurate site records for project documentation.

3. Administrative and Documentation Tasks

   • Contribute to the archiving and management of design and engineering documentation for electrical and solar energy systems.
   • Contribute to maintaining organized records, ensuring timely scheduling and tracking of project tasks.
   • Prepare inputs for periodic progress reports, highlighting work achievements, challenges, and recommendations.

Final Product

• PSEAH measures are implemented throughout the project implementation, as per the country PSEAH action plan.

Deliver delegated tasks by the supervisor on time and as per the required cost and quality parameters. Ensure that projects design and construction are prepared and performed with high quality, while observing the applicable local, international and UN standards and ensure adherence to relevant Health, Safety, Security and Environmental procedures and Protection against Sexual Exploitation Abuse and Harassment.

SKILLS

AutoCAD, Electrical Engineering, Project Management, Quality Assurance, Technical Writing

COMPETENCIES

Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organisational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion. Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles. Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role). Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries. Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements. Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving. Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Required

• A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline from a recognized university with 2 years of relevant experience

Desired

• Possession of Project Management Certificates
• Membership in a recognized professional engineering association is desirable

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Required

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in the design or supervision of electrical systems works
• Experience in designing solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, including related electrical components
• Proficiency in AutoCAD.

Desired

• Demonstrated ability to use MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Experience in scheduling software, particularly Primavera and/or MS Project
• Work experience with an international organization and/or UN Agencies
• Certifications such as PVsyst, ETAP, or similar software; Certified Solar Professional (CSP); Photovoltaic (PV) Installation Professional Certification; Certified Renewable Energy Professional (REP)
• Experience in the design, rehabilitation or supervision of electrical systems associated with potable water supply, pumping stations, boreholes or similar infrastructure is desirable
• Previous experience working within the Syrian context and targeted areas will be an added advantage

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

Language | Proficiency Level | Requirement English | Intermediate | Required Arabic | Fluent | Required

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.
• UNOPS will at no stage of the recruitment process request candidates to make payments of any kind.
• Applications to vacancies must be received before midnight Copenhagen time (CET) on the closing date of the announcement. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to proceed to the next stage of the selection process, which may include various assessments.
• UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of a wide range of nationalities, cultures, languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. We strive to sustain and strengthen this diversity, fostering an inclusive working environment where all personnel are treated with respect and have equal access to opportunities.
• UNOPS evaluates all applications based on the skills, qualifications and experience outlined in the vacancy announcement. We are committed to a fair and transparent selection process and welcome diverse perspectives, including those of women, indigenous and racialized communities, individuals of diverse gender identities and sexual orientations, and persons with disabilities.
• We are committed to enabling all candidates to perform at their best during the assessment process. If you are shortlisted and require support or reasonable accommodation to complete any assessment, please inform our human resources team upon receiving your invitation.
• UNOPS has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment, and other forms of abusive conduct, including discrimination, abuse of authority, and harassment. To uphold these standards, background checks are