Reference Number : CY2023-15

Position Title : Civil Engineer (Site Engineer

Duty Station : Nicosia, Cyprus

Classification : Consultant

Type of Appointment : Consult Contract (until 31st October 2023, with possibility of extension)

Closing Date : 03 August 2023

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is committed to the principle that humane and orderly migration benefits migrants and society. As the leading international organization for migration, IOM acts with its partners in the international community to: assist in meeting the growing operational challenges of migration management; advance understanding of migration issues; encourage social and economic development through migration, and; uphold the human dignity and well-being of migrants. In Greece, IOM is focusing on responding to the Mediterranean migrant’s crisis, in support of the Greek Government and in cooperation with all other agencies involved. IOM currently implements interventions within the areas of emergency, preparedness and response, disaster risk reduction, livelihoods, healthcare and psychosocial assistance, assisted voluntary return of migrants, migration and development, resettlement and repatriation, family reunification, counter human trafficking, assistance to vulnerable migrants.

In Cyprus, IOM Seat Agreement was ratified in Parliament in 2014 and in 2015 IOM inaugurated a fully functional office in the country. Complementing Government of the Republic of Cyprus policies, the IOM’s Cyprus Office runs targeted programmes on capacity building for children, on a voluntary solidarity

mechanism and on assisted voluntary return and reintegration.

Context:

The International Organization for Migration is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental, and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all and it does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Internal and external candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, internal candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

IOM in close cooperation with the Government of Cyprus will provide support on matters concerning the Humanitarian Response of the organization and will mainly focus on the construction/upgrading works expected to be conducted by IOM at the First Reception Center in Pournara. The activity will be funded by the Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund of the European Commission.In this framework, the successful candidate will be responsible to effectively implement all appropriate responsibilities, according to the IOM standards, and ensuring quality, cost effectiveness, transparency, and compliance with all IOM rules and regulations.

Under the overall supervision of the Regional Response Coordinator, the direct supervision of the Project Manager and in close coordination with the IOM Office in Greece, the successful candidate will be responsible for the general implementation of construction activities in Cyprus.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Develop and maintain friendly, open and professional relations with local counterparts, progrm beneficiaries, contractors, suppliers, and other representatives of other relevant organizations as well as with central authorities.

2. Monitoring and overseeing of contractors’ work during implementation of projects in the area of responsibility, including revision and endorsement of building and construction diary.

3. Follow up closely on works implementation timeline, vendors manpower schedule, works’ logbook, inspection, and approval of construction materials related to project.

4. Inspect all safety measures related to implementation of construction works including (Personal protective equipment) PPE, worksite fence, etc.

5. Supervise and offer technical advice to contractors for the projects to be implemented in the area of responsibility.

6. Report timely and efficiently to Project Manager and Supervising Engineer any identifiedproblems or issues related to project implementation in the area of responsibility, includingsuggest corrective measures, if needed.

7. In coordination with Project Manager and Supervising Engineer prepare progress reports, including collection and organization of data on implementation progress to donor, media or IOM.

8. Represent IOM in all meetings with relevant stakeholders in the area of responsibility and at central level, if requested.

9. Assist in the project related procurement process, ensuring at all times that IOM’s procurement rules and regulation are followed.

10. In coordination with Project Manager and Finance/Administration Unit keep a close track of expenditures of projects implemented in the area of responsibility, including BoQ inspection during implementation, final and intermediate bill checking.

11. Create and maintain a filing system (soft and hard copies) that comprises any relevant document related to the implementation of the project in the area of responsibility, including appropriate back-ups.

12. Inspect complete handover package submitted by the Vendor (study, material certification, site logbooks, built drawings, bills, certifications of good performance, certification of static stability, etc) and coordination of handing over procedure and documentation to IOM.

13. Provisional works acceptance on behalf of IOM upon completion of works.

14. Perform logistic and administrative tasks as assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• University degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or,

• Master’s degree in the above-mentioned field is an advantage.

Experience and Skills

• Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage;

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills in a multi-cultural setting;

• Demonstrated ability to draft and prepare clear and concise formal correspondence and project(s) reports;

• Strong organizational, facilitation, communication, writing and presentations skills;

• Excellent level of computer literacy;

• Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure and keep deadlines.

Languages

Fluency in English and Greek (written and oral) is required.

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link.

Values

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences;

encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.

• Integrity and transparency: maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with

organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.

• Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner

and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.

• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators

• Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve

shared goals and optimize results.

• Delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is

action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.

• Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.

• Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes

responsibility for own action and delegated work.

• Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex

matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Other:

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment.

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment and verification of residency, visa and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.

Appointment will be subject to the provision of requirements relevant to the position including academic degree(s), professional licenses, criminal record certificate and declaration of relatives in the Organization.

At the time of recruitment, all candidates must disclose any known relative or spouse who works for IOM.

This post is subject to local recruitment. Only those holding a valid residence and work permit for Cyprus will be eligible for consideration.

Vaccination against COVID-19 will be required for IOM personnel who are hired or otherwise engaged by IOM. As part of the mandatory medical entry on duty clearance, candidates will be requested to provide evidence of full vaccination.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their application including a cover letter, CV and a completed

Personal History Form in English by email to: SMCYPIOMHR-Applications@iom.int specifying the

vacancy reference number CY2023-021 and full name in the subject line.

Please click this link to access the Personal History Form (four pages).

Due to the volume of applications received, IOM Cyprus Human Resources will not be able to respond to all inquiries about the application status and will only contact shortlisted candidates.

Posting period:

From 21 July 2023 to 03 August 2023