Wednesday 8 February 2012

UN Electrical/ Mechanical Engineering Technician, Multiple Duty Stations Job Vacancy in USA

Electrical/ Mechanical Engineering Technician, FS-6
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 29 Feb 2012
DATE OF ISSUANCE: 30 Jan 2012
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: Field Missions Administered by DPKO
DUTY STATION: Multiple D/S
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 12-ENG-PMSS-425580-R-MULTIPLE D/S


Remuneration
Depending on professional background, experience and family situation, a competitive compensation and benefits package is offered.
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity

Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the Electrical/ Mechanical Engineering Technician will be responsible for the following duties: (These duties are generic, and may not be performed by all Electrical/ Mechanical Engineering Technicians.)
• Oversee technical and administrative work and general engineering activities in the Mission, related to HVAC, refrigeration and electrical systems and maintenance activities.
• Assist in technically evaluating bids and proposals for HVAC, refrigeration and electrical generation and distribution systems.
• Plan, direct, and coordinate activities of either UN staff and/or contractors staff, including out sourcing type of contracts, and all related administrative work and supervision of personnel.
• Plan and design specifications for Electrical/ Mechanical Engineering related projects.
• Produce cost estimates for installation, commissioning, repair, testing, and maintenance of Electrical/ Mechanical engineering related projects.
• Implement projects, or parts of larger projects, relating to the installation or repair of air conditioners, generators, refrigeration equipment, electrical power generation, distribution systems or related structures.
• Involved in developing statements of works, technical requirements for materials, dimensions, quantities and costs to be incorporated into formal project specifications for contractual services.
• Coordinate specific Electrical/ Mechanical Engineering work projects with other Engineering units and Sections.
• Prepare, delegate and follow-up work orders for engineering works.
• Coordinate with engineers and other civilian or military specialists in the mission on work requirements.
• Monitor and report on progress of Electrical/ Mechanical Engineering projects.
• Oversee and evaluate work performed by contractors.
• Manage and control Electrical/ Mechanical Engineering assets.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• Ensure that diagnostic servicing and repairing HVAC units, refrigeration equipment, generators, and electrical power systems is performed periodically. Work implies frequent interaction with the following: Chief/Supervisors of other Units, staff of the Section. Local and international contractors including the contractors technical personnel. Civilian and Military UN personnel throughout the Mission.

Competencies
• Professionalism
Demonstrated professional competence and in-depth knowledge of Electrical/ Mechanical Engineer ing practice. Well-developed technical skills; knowledge of installation and repair standards, methods, practices and materials; project management skills and demonstrated ability to manage multiple, concurrent projects in their field of expertise; demonstrated initiative and practical problem-solving skills. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspective s and ensuring the participation of women and men in all areas of work.

• Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

• Planning& Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.

• Technological Awareness: Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitation of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; shows willingness to learn new technology.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education
High school diploma or equivalent is required. Technical, vocational certificate or diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering technology, or in a relevant engineering discipline. Recognised and valid License in one of the trades (electrician, power engineering technology, HVAC/R specialist, or similar) is an asset.

Work Experience
At least ten (10) years of relevant experience in electrical and/or mechanical engineering, facilities field. Previous experience in an international or UN peacekeeping or other field operation is highly desirable. Extensive knowledge of the UN rules, regulations and working practices pertaining to field missions is an advantage. The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced to five (5) years for candidates who possess a first level University degree.

Languages
Fluency in spoken and written English or French is required. Knowledge of a second UN language is an advantage and sometimes a requirement. Fluency in the local language may be required.

Other Skills
(To be determined and specified by Programme Manager, as required or as desirable, at the time of building a specific vacancy announcement. Qualifications listed in this part should be technical in nature, and not related to education, experience, and language, as indicated above).

The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). English and French are the two working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, TRAINING OR ANY OTHER FEES). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE DEADLINE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

How to apply
All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online as soon as possible after the vacancy has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the vacancy announcement. Because applications submitted by United Nations (UN) staff members are considered first, provided the eligibility requirements set out in ST/AI/2006/3 are met and the application is submitted in a timely fashion, staff members should apply within 15-day or 30-day mark.

Online applications will be acknowledged where an email address has been provided. If you do not receive an e-mail acknowledgement within 24 hours of submission, your application may not have been received. In such cases, please go to My UN page and check the status of your application by clicking on View
Application History, and resubmit the application, if necessary.
1. To start the application process, applicants are required to register by opening a "My UN" account. Go to Login, and Register as a User. Fill in the form and choose a User Name and Password.
2. After opening the account, applicants may apply for vacancies using the Personal History Profile (PHP) provided. Once the PHP has been completed for a particular vacancy, it can be saved and used for future applications. The PHP may be up-dated, when necessary, for future applications.
3. In completing the PHP, please note that all fields marked with an asterisk must be completed.
4. UN staff members must submit scanned copies of their two latest Performance Appraisal System (PAS) reports at the time of application to the appropriate Human Resources Office (HRO)/Personnel Office (PO) to the email address below, clearly indicating the vacancy announcement number. In case you have no access to the digitizing equipment, please submit hard copies of the two latest PAS reports to the relevant HRO/PO via fax.

E-mail: staffing@un.org,

Fax: 1-212-963-2800

Please see the Frequently Asked Questions, if you encounter problems when applying.

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