AutoCad Officer (Retainer) (Port Sudan) – UNOPS

Job Description

Organization	United Nations Office for Project Services
Job Title	AutoCad Officer (Retainer)
Vacancy code	VA/2025/B5312/29809
Department/office	AFR, HAMCO, Sudan
Duty station	Port Sudan with travel to project sites, Sudan
Contract type	Local ICA Specialist
Contract level	LICA Specialist-8
Duration	One year, not more than 180 days
Application period	26-Feb-2025 to 02-Mar-2025

Applications to vacancies must be received before midnight Copenhagen time (CET) on the closing date of the announcement.

Please note that UNOPS will at no stage of the recruitment process request candidates to make payments of any kind.

Background Information – Job-specific

UNOPS Horn of Africa Multi-Country Office is recruiting for this position through a Desk Review process-AutoCAD Officer (Retainer) based in Port Sudan, Sudan with with travel to project sites

Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply.

The AutoCAD Officer in collaboration with the Infrastructure team, will be responsible for conducting site assessments, developing drawings, reviewing and harmonizing drawings from other disciplines, supporting the preparation of specifications and bills of quantities, coordinating with other disciplines, and compiling design documents for IPMG reviews. The AutoCAD Officer will also make corrections to design documents based on review comments, ensuring a thorough understanding of the terms, conditions, and the respective roles and responsibilities of the partners/stakeholders. This will ensure that the project outputs meet the business cases for both UNOPS and its partners. The success of the project(s), and consequently of the AutoCAD Officer, will be based on the defined Success Criteria.

Functional Responsibilities

Under the overall supervision of the Infrastructure Team Leader, the AutoCAD Officer will assist in preparing design concepts and presentations required to ensure the timely, cost-effective, and quality delivery of the works. The incumbent reports to the Infrastructure Team Leader and will be required to undertake the following tasks:

• Assist in preparing design concepts, drawings, technical specifications, and presentations required to ensure the timely, cost-effective, and quality delivery of the work, including:
  • Participating in the preparation of proposals for new projects and being responsible for the relevant preliminary planning and design documentation.
  • Contributing to revising the design and drawings of existing buildings and infrastructure for rehabilitation.
  • Preparing and checking technical specifications and the detailed BoQ for assigned projects.
• Provide assistance to the UNOPS technical team in the design/works, architectural and engineering designs, selection of materials, equipment, and manpower requirements.
• Advise on good environmental practices and controls during construction to mitigate the environmental impacts of the works.
• Assist in generating regular project reports in accordance with the contractual agreements; maintaining updates and progress reports as required by UNOPS standard procedures.
• Attend coordination meetings when required.
• Contribute to revising the details, designs, and drawings when required during the project lifecycle.
• Actively engage in knowledge sharing and improve one’s professional skills.
• Maintain design and construction records and contribute to the production of “As Built” drawings and details.
• Check technical specifications and the detailed BoQ for assigned projects.
• Maintain updates and progress reports as required by UNOPS standard procedures.
• Perform any other duties deemed necessary by the Project Manager & Head of Field Office.
• Actively participate in daily design team/project meetings.
• Actively participate in weekly project progress meetings and project staff meetings.
• Maintain accurate, quality, and completion documentation as identified in the responsibilities above.

Technical Tasks:

• Produce architectural design drawings that include plans, sections, elevations, and details of working drawings using the latest version of AutoCAD software.
• Produce structural design drawings, such as structural floor plans, columns, beams, steel structures, details of reinforcement bars, etc., based on information from the project engineer.
• Review the design drawings for the projects from the field in terms of accuracy and suitability to overall design and construction requirements, including identifying improvements in the designs and proposing practical solutions.
• Review the accuracy of the bill of quantities for the projects proposed, matching international standards.
• Ensure the drawings are done according to instructions, schematic drawings, and technical specifications as per the contractual agreement.
• Check and approve material and equipment incorporated in the works.
• Ensure as-built drawings and maintenance manuals are created for the finished materials used in the works.

Impacts of results

The successful achievement of results will ensure coordinated and standardized design documents, leading to high-quality drawings and reporting. 

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education

• A Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related field is required.
• A Technical Diploma in Architecture or Engineering, coupled with at least two (2)  additional years of relevant experience, may be accepted in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree.

Experience

• Two years (or more, depending on academic credentials) of experience in infrastructure projects.
• Two years of experience assisting in the development of complete sets of architectural and engineering design drawings is required.
• At least one year of experience working in AutoCAD, ArchiCAD, or any relevant architectural/engineering software is required.
• Experience in the preparation of architectural and engineering drawings/drafting using AutoCAD (current version) is desired.
• Previous design experience working with UNOPS will be preferred.
• Experience working with UN or other humanitarian/development agencies will be an asset.
• Experience working on international/local projects in conflict- or disaster-prone areas will be preferred.
• At least one year of experience working in AutoCAD, ArchiCAD, or any relevant architectural/engineering software is required.
• Experience in contracting and/or consulting environments is also an advantage.

Language

• Fluency in spoken and written English is required.
• Knowledge of another UN official language is an asset.

 Competencies

Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.

Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles.

Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).

Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.

Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements.

Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.

Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

Contract type, level and duration

1. Contract type: Local Individual Contractual Agreement (LICA) – Retainer
2. Contract level: LICA-8 (ICS8)
3. Contract duration: One Year (not more than 180 days)

For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link:
https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx

** IMPORTANT INFORMATION **
Retainer positions are not full-time positions. They constitute a contract whereby the Retainer may be requested to provide a specific output/deliverable within a specified period of time, on short notice. When holding a retainer contract, individuals may receive ad-hoc requests from the UNOPS project teams or country offices, and the quantity of requests will vary depending on the current needs. UNOPS shall have no obligation to obtain any minimum quantity of services from the Individual Contractor during the duration of the retainer ICA. It is possible to have multiple consultancy contracts with or outside UNOPS, as long as it is declared to the UNOPS Ethics Office. Read more about the ICA retainer modality here. 

 Additional Information

• Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.
• UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures,  languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce. 
• Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply. These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.
• We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process.  If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.
• This is a local position and hence is open to Sudanese nationals only
  

Terms and Conditions 

• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post. 
• For retainer contracts, you must complete a few mandatory courses ( they take around 4 hours to complete)  in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. Refreshers or new mandatory courses may be required during your contract. Please note that you will not receive any compensation for taking courses and refreshers. For more information on a retainer contract here.
• All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.
• It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.