Volunteer Opportunity in the Feild of Water/Irrigation Engineering from UNV in Lebanon
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Applicant criteria
NationalityNo specific nationality required
SpecialityAgriculture and Veterinary Science, Engineering
SkillsExcellent interpersonal skills, مهارات التواصل, مهارات العمل الجماعي, teamwork skills, مهارات اتخاذ القرار, − Excellent communication skills. , مهارات حاسوبية ومعرفة عملية جيدة باستخدام MS Office (Excel ، و Word ، و PowerPoint ، و Outlook., التكيف والمرونة, Adaptability and Flexibility, Creativity and decision-making, Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.), مهارات التعامل مع الأخرين, Judgement and decision-making skills.
Age
- 27 - 60
Gender
- Both
Opportunity criteria
Opportunity FieldEngineering and Architecture , Others
Job locationLebanon (Tripoli)
Deadline2023-07-03
Opportunity description
The UNDP “Support to host Communities in the WASH Sector” Project is seeking to hire a National UN Volunteer Specialist who will be responsible for assisting the North Lebanon Project Engineer to undertake site supervision and monitoring of works and workers on the field. S/he will also be responsible to assist in coordination with the local actors, Water Establishment site staff, and other actors working in the region. This volunteer task is expected to start on 01/08/2023 for 12 months with the possibility of extension.
Duties & responsibilities
You will undertake the following tasks:
- Assist in the monitoring and implementation of civil works on site and report back daily to the Project Engineer.
- Assist in coordinating the work on-site and in reporting activities.
- Support in the identification of beneficiaries and new sites upon the request of the Project Engineer.
- Assist in the coordination of tasks with other partners and national counterparts.
- Supervise and follow up on daily labour tasks and security measures on-site.
- Prepare bi-weekly reports of the work progress.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as necessary or as assigned by the Project Engineer.
Eligibility criteria
You must have:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Engineering and/or any related fields in civil engineering, agriculture, irrigation, and mechanical.
- 4 years of experience in water/ irrigation or concrete works, or other relevant programs.
- Experience working in the UN or other international development organization.
- Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, and reporting skills.
- Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and familiarity with tools and approaches of communication for development.
- Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment.
- Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/internet.
- Familiarity with database management and sound security awareness.
- Valid national driver’s license.
- Adaptability and flexibility.
- Judgment and decision-making skills.
- Planning and organizing skills.
- Teamwork and communication skills.
Please note: Candidate must be a national or legal resident of the country of assignment and be aged 27 - 80.
About the United Nations Volunteers(UNV):
The United Nations Volunteers (UNV) program is the UN organization that promotes volunteerism to support peace and development worldwide. Volunteerism can transform the pace and nature of development and it benefits both society at large and the individual volunteer. UNV contributes to peace and development by advocating for volunteerism globally, encouraging partners to integrate volunteerism into development programming, and mobilizing volunteers.
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