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  • Posted: May 12, 2020
    Deadline: May 18, 2020
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    The World Food Programme is a leader in the global movement to achieve Zero Hunger. In 80 countries, our innovative hunger solutions are benefiting some 80 million people. In emergencies, we get food to where it is needed, saving the lives of victims of war, civil conflict and natural disasters. After the cause of an emergency has passed, we use food to help...
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    Engineer- Special Service Agreement, Johannesburg (3 months extendable) SSA10

    ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

    This position is found in Johannesburg and reports to the Humanitarian Hub Coordinator or the designate. The position hholder is subject to overall normative and technical direction of WFP Engineering in relation to all matters of engineering services and construction activities.

    He/She is involved in day–to-day practical engineering activities and analytical work. Subject to the overall guidance, the position holder completes assignments and provides advice on engineering issues, applying the established norms, standards regulations and providing expertise in making determinations and recommendations across a range of daily activities.

     

    JOB PURPOSE

    • To provide construction and engineering expertise and contribute to the efficient delivery and quality outputs for the COVID-19 humanitarian hub in Johannesburg.

     

    FUNCTIONAL CAPABILITIES

    • Business Support Services & Reporting: Exhibits ability to convert business plans into clear actions for team members to support the implementation of the program. Collects and reports data to draw out fact-based insights.
    • Internal Controls & Risk Management for Administration and Engineering: Utilises understanding of risk management approaches and internal controls to monitor projects and programmes to confirm regulatory compliance, ensure data integrity and ensure client satisfaction.
    • Resource Management for Administration and Engineering: Monitors trends in staffing and resource usage to anticipate and escalate potential issues to programme leaders and key clients.
    • Specialised Knowledge in Engineering: Applies advanced engineering knowledge in own area of responsibility and working knowledge of other engineering disciplines to provide technical support to operations and projects. Leads independent action and decision making in an engineering context.
    • Engineering & Project Management: Demonstrates a strong proficiency in developing project scopes, engineering and design proposals, and identifying required tasks and milestones. Applies working knowledge of project management tools, engineering technologies, techniques and best practice to track and monitor project progress, delivering projects on schedule and on budget.

     

    STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    Education:

    • University degree in Civil Engineering or related Engineering discipline. Hold or be eligible for Accreditation to “Professional Engineer” or “Chartered Engineer” status, or recognised equivalent by an appropriate national or international regulatory authority.

    Experience:

    • At least 5 years or more of postgraduate professional experience in a relevant field of work, with a background and interest in international humanitarian development.

    Language:

    • Fluency (level C) in both written and spoken English language .

     

    DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

    • Has worked effectively under supervision on a large number of varied design and construction projects and taken responsibility for work elements which have been assigned.
    • Has attained advanced academic qualifications relevant to engineering.
    • Has contributed to projects demonstrating knowledge of engineering specialisations in relation to fire safety, seismic blast or environmental requirements.

     

    CONTRACTUAL INFORMATION

    • Gross Monthly Salary Range: R69,280-00 to R88,637-00
    • Benefits: Medical Insurance 

     

    DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

    • This vacancy announcement will close on Monday, the 18th of May 2020 at 11:59pm, Johannesburg time

    OTHER ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLICATION

    This position is only open to South African Citizens and non-South African Citizens with Permanent Residence Permit or valid South African Work Permit

    Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply

    Method of Application

    Interested and qualified? Go to World Food Programme on career5.successfactors.eu to apply

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