UN World Food Programme - Somalia Jobs: Logistics Officer (Port Marine Engineer)

UN World Food Programme - Somalia

Vacancy Announcement No. VA - 061/2009

Post Title: Logistics Officer (Port Marine Engineer)
Post Category: NOA
Date of issue : 01.10.2009
Duration: 1 year
Duty Station: Nairobi (1 position)
Contract Type: Service Contract (SC)

Organizational background

This position is open to both male and female applicants.

Qualified Somali Nationals and female candidates in particular, are encouraged to apply.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Under the direct supervision of the Logistics Officer (Project Lead Engineer), the Port/ Marine Engineer will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Provide technical recommendations for any salvage, dredging, repairs, port equipment required to improve port's capacity and effectiveness for the ports of Mogadishu, Kismayo and beach ports, Merca, El Maan, etc., and the implementation thereof;
• Prepare operational plans to bring Mogadishu port up to ISPS compliance, prepare detailed works description (on basis of information available and research) and required port handling equipment specifications ready for tender;
• Design and prepare regulations and procedures for effective and efficient port management and a documented strategy for their implementation;
• Assess current port operations and design, prepare and provide training to port staff at different levels of port operations with the objective to improve efficiency of the port operation;
• Provide technical supervision of port restoration activities including the provision of aids for navigation, markings, buoys etc;
• Make recommendations of maintenance schedules for all port equipment, including tugs, pilot boats, markings, buoys, etc., and prepare cost estimates;
• Review technical proposals and prepare review reports with recommendations;
• Prepare Scope of works and Bill of Quantities for works, services or equipment to be tendered;
• Supervise contracted works within his/her range of duties;
• Perform any other duties as assigned;

Qualifications:

Education: University degree in Engineering.

Experience:

• At least five years of progressive work experience in port/marine engineering or related areas.
  
• Proven experience in quality control and monitoring of contractors.

Knowledge: Ability to use office computer software programs including but not limited to Microsoft Office, AutoCAD and Lotus Notes.

Language: Fluency in English writing and speaking skills. Knowledge of Somali language is desirable.

Desirable skills:

• Good negotiation skills and ability to communicate effectively.
• Additional training and professional experience in the field of work would be an advantage.

Interested Somali nationals meeting these qualifications are requested to submit their applications together with detailed curriculum vitae, copies of academic certificates, names and telephone numbers of 3 work-references under confidential cover quoting on the envelope; the Vacancy Announcement No.; the job title; and the preferred duty station:

To The Human Resources Officer
World Food Programme Somalia.
P.O Box 64902 00620 Nairobi.
(Applicants outside Somalia) or;

Drop in a box at the reception of the duty station/sub-office stated above or through the nearest WFP-Somalia office (Applicants inside Somalia) or;

Via E-mail to Somalia. Hr @ wfp.org

Closing date of Application: 14.10.2009

NB: Applications received later than the deadline and those that are not clearly showing the VA No. and duty station indicated above will not be short-listed.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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