Position Architect
Place of Performance Mogadishu with travel within Somalia
Contract Duration Up to 12 months
Starting Date February 2016
OVERVIEW OF CTG GLOBAL
CTG Global is a managed service company specializing in Recruitment, Management Consultancy, Human Resources support services and Monitoring & Evaluation in post disaster and post conflict countries around the world.
CTG Global provides services to humanitarian organizations, government, non-governmental organizations and corporates that enables public and private sectors to focus on their core business and the achievement of their objectives in hostile and threatening environments as we provide a safe and secure environment for them to do so and alleviate them of their risks, crisis and personnel management problems.
OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION
Under the overall supervision of the Project Manager, the Architect is responsible for the provision of the design and architectural input for the civil engineering construction projects, assigned to the Project Management Service unit in Somalia.
GENERAL FUNCTIONS
§ Contribute to the design and architectural capacity within the Project Management Service unit in Somalia by providing planning, design and documentation input to the projects and the task orders being assigned to the unit.
§ Proactively engage in site investigations for new works and rehabilitation works, prepare conceptual layout plans, and design concepts with the cost estimated to assist the options assessments and evaluations.
§ Review of the proposals and the designs supplied by third parties from design and architectural view point, identify gaps and develop appropriate architectural solutions including new plans and cost estimates for the client approval.
§ Investigate and assess the third party initiated Task Orders, scope change requests and variation requests, and provide design and architectural input to the decision making process, including advice on possible alternative solutions.
§ Provide technical support during constructions, including review or preparation of amended design drawings for the Client approval.
§ Ensure the design drawings / 'as constructed' drawings provided by the third parties or the contractors are in compliance with the established UN requirements.
§ Carry out other related duties as instructed by the Project Manager. Such tasks may include preparation of a Master Plan for a UN compound including living accommodation, office facilities, support facilities, recreation facilities, safety installation, security installations etc, and detailed drawings for specific facilities, including costs estimates.
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE
Education:
§ Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in Engineering or Architecture or related area is required. A Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, combined with two additional years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
§ PRINCE2 certification is desirable.
Work Experience:
§ A minimum of five years of professional experience in AutoCAD and Revit related to planning and design of major projects in 2D and 3D is essential. She/he shall be able to complete the tasks independently, with minimum supervision
Key Competencies:
§ Ability to conduct independent research and analysis, identify issues, formulate solutions and make conclusions and recommendations.
§ Prides in work and achievements, demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter, conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results, motivated by professional concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges, remains calm in stressful situations, and takes initiatives for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
§ 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.
§ Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honour, delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, meets cost and quality standards, operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules, supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments, takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.
§ Good interpersonal skills, demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective working relationship with colleagues and subordinates in a multi-cultural/ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
§ Ability to successfully communicate conceptual ideas and design rationale, excellent written and oral command of English is required. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.
HOW TO APPLY:
Interested candidates should submit their CV along with their application letter via e-mail tocareers@ctgglobal.com with reference to “BHJOB2678_961” in the subject line. Short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview. 6
