Vacancy Announcement
Architect (Design)
Vacancy Announcement Number LDC/32/2019
Contract Status Limited Duration Contract for 6 months
renewable; Appointment subject to funding
confirmation.
Benefits - Band F/S1 Gross Monthly Salary JD 977. 200 fils.
- Contract Status: 6 months (Extendable)
subject to availability of funds, satisfactory
performance of the incumbent and the
continuing need for the post).
- Other benefits include medical insurance
and annual leave and dependency
allowance (if applicable).
Department Infrastructure and Camp Improvement
Programme
Duty Station Jordan Field Office
Issue Date 13 October 2019
Deadline for Applications 26 October 2019
UNRWA is committed to achieving gender parity at all levels of staffing under the
current UN-wide gender agenda and strongly encourages applications from
qualified women.
UNRWA welcomes applications from qualified candidates with disabilities.
Place in the Organisation
The incumbent of this post reports administratively and technically to the
Deputy CFICIP and coordinates with the draftspersons in the ICIP as
required.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
In accordance with Agency policy and procedures, the incumbent:
Advises the user departments on the architectural design of existing facilities
that need architectural alterations and develops preliminary design and
planning schemes based on available resources: land and funds;
Supervises the computer aided preparation of preliminary and detailed
architectural drawings for the construction projects in Jordan, the production of
the final drawings as part of the tender documents and follows-up as required
on the production of presentation materials such as the models and threedimensional drawings for projects assigned to him/her;
Assists in the preparation of the project programme and co-ordinates with user
departments;
Participates in the review of a design manual including planning and design
standards, details and criteria in coordination with the supervisor and the user
departments;
Follows up on the implementation of the architectural design in the Fields
rendering site visits as requested.
Keeps abreast of the latest development of new materials and methods in
his/her own field and their impact on design and construction;
Performs such other duties as may be assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A university degree in architecture.
Formal training in computer aided design
At least four years of post-graduate professional experience in the application
of the knowledge required above.
Sound knowledge of local practice, construction regulations and materials in
the Middle East.
Good command of written and spoken English and Arabic.
Competencies
Creativity and ability to take initiative;
Leadership skills;
Familiarity with the culture of the refugees host countries.
Knowledge of development, planning and architectural aspects in the Middle
East;
Ability to work under pressure.
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Other Information
This vacancy is an area staff post and open for local staff residing in the duty
station of the post; candidates applying from outside the duty station are eligible
for appointment if they have a valid work permit. The Agency cannot support for
the issuance of the residency / work permit for the selected candidate, and will
not provide coverage for relocation costs.
EQUIVALENCY:
When the minimum requirements are not fully met, Field Director for Field Area staff
and Director of Human Resources for Headquarters Area staff, in consultation with
the concerned supervisor may exceptionally substitute part of the unmet
For guidance on how to prepare for competency-based interviews:
Who we are
For over 65 years, the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine (UNRWA)
has been working on the ground in five fields of operations in Jordan, Lebanon, Syria,
West Bank and the Gaza Strip providing direct assistance and protection for some 5
million Palestine refugees in the Middle East. UNRWA is mandated by the UN General
Assembly to provide this assistance and its mission is to help Palestine refugees achieve
their full potential in human development until there is a just and lasting solution for their
plight. UNRWA restores safety, dignity and hope to millions who have been uprooted by
conflict with services encompassing education, health care, relief and social services,
camp infrastructure and improvement, microfinance and emergency assistance.
For more details on UNRWA, please visit: https://www.unrwa.org/
requirements with a combination of relevant academic qualifications, additional
professional training and progressive relevant work experience.
NB: Work experience alone or formal qualifications with no relevant work
experience are not considered an acceptable combination.
How to Apply
Applicants are required to register at http://jobs.unrwa.org by creating a personal
profile and completing an UNRWA Personal History Form. Please note that UNRWA
only accepts degrees from accredited educational institutions. Only applications
received through http://jobs.unrwa.org will be considered. Due to the large
number of applications received, only applicants short-listed for interview will be
contacted. Please ensure that the e-mail address that you will indicate in your
Personal History Profile is accurate, candidates shortlisted for test or interview will
only be contacted by e-mail. No follow up phone calls will be made.
The United Nations does not charge fees at any stage of the recruitment process
(application, testing, interviewing, etc). The United Nations does not concern itself
with information related to bank accounts.
For guidance on how to prepare for competency-based interviews, please visit:
https://careers.un.org/lbw/home.aspx?viewtype=AYI”
General Information
UNRWA encourages applications from qualified and experienced women.
UNRWA welcomes applications from qualified candidates with disabilities.
This vacancy notice is open to internal and external candidates.
UNRWA is a United Nations organization whose staff are expected to uphold the
highest standards of integrity, neutrality and impartiality. This includes respect for
human rights, for diversity, and for non-violent means of dealing with all kinds of
conflict. UNRWA staff are expected to uphold these values at all times, both at
work and outside. Only persons who fully and unconditionally commit to these
values should consider applying for UNRWA jobs. UNRWA is a non- smoking work
environment.
The Agency reserves the right not to make an appointment, to make an
appointment at a lower grade, or to make an appointment with a modified job
description.
On appointment, all individuals will be asked to sign a self attestation, confirming
that they have not committed, been convicted of, or prosecuted for, any criminal
offence and that they have not been involved, by act or omission, in the
commission of any violation of international human rights law or international
humanitarian law.
Date of issue: 13 October 2019
Vacancy Announcement
Maintenance Engineer, Grade 14
Vacancy Announcement Number JF/88/2019
Contract Status Fixed-Term Appointment for 3 years including 1 year
probation period, with the possibility of further extension,
subject to the availability of funds, satisfactory
performance and continuing need
Benefits Grade 14, Monthly Salary JD 849.80 Fils. Plus SOA 60% of
Basic Salary. Other benefits include Provident Fund
contribution (15% of basic salary paid by the Agency)
and medical insurance. Dependency benefits are
subject to eligibility.
Department Field Infrastructure & Camp Improvement Programme
Duty Station Jordan Field Office
Issue Date 13 October 2019
Deadline for Applications 26 October 2019
UNRWA is committed to achieving gender parity at all levels of staffing under the current UNwide gender agenda and strongly encourages applications from qualified women.
UNRWA welcomes applications from qualified candidates with disabilities.
Place in the Organisation
Is responsible to Chief Field Infrastructure and Camp Improvement Program through Deputy
Chief Field Infrastructure and Camp Improvement Program
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
In accordance with established policy and procedures:
Implements and supervises the maintenance programme;
Conducts annual technical surveys of all Agency buildings and installations with the
assistance of Area Maintenance Supervisions to determine maintenance priorities and
the quantities of maintenance required;
Carries out contract administration duties in coordination with the Office Engineer
including the preparation of bills of quantities, cost estimates for quantities and
materials, specifications, tender and contract documentation, interim and final
payment certificates, etc.
Responsible in coordination with the Office Engineer for the preparation of budgets
and for maintenance cost and expenditure control;
Implements and supervises other Engineering programmes as directed by the Deputy
Field Technical Officer. These include the maintenance and construction of roads,
the repair of reconstruction of refugee shelters, self-help projects, etc.;
Prepares an annual work plan for all maintenance and other works under the
responsibility of the Maintenance Engineer and updates same at regular intervals;
Prepares a monthly maintenance progress report in coordination with the Office
Engineer;
Performs such other duties as may be assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
University degree in civil (or structural) engineering from a university or college recognized
by UNRWA
Seven years’ experience in related field of work.
Good knowledge of English and Arabic.
Competencies
Ability to produce sound professional judgment;
Ability to work under stress and pressure;
Excellent communication skills.
Demonstrated problem-solving skills;
Strong leadership/supervisory skills
https://careers.un.org/lbw/home.aspx?viewtype=AYI
Desirable Qualifications:
Possession of valid driving license.
Other Information
This vacancy is an area staff post and open for local staff residing in the duty station of the
post; candidates applying from outside the duty station are eligible for appointment if they
have a valid work permit. The Agency cannot support for the issuance of the residency / work
permit for the selected candidate, and will not provide coverage for relocation costs.
EQUIVALENCY:
When the minimum requirements are not fully met, Field Director for Field Area staff and
Director of Human Resources for Headquarters Area staff, in consultation with the
concerned supervisor may exceptionally substitute part of the unmet requirements with a
combination of relevant academic qualifications, additional professional training and
progressive relevant work experience.
NB: Work experience alone or formal qualifications with no relevant work experience are
not considered an acceptable combination.
For guidance on how to prepare for competency-based interviews:
Who we are
For over 65 years, the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine (UNRWA) has
been working on the ground in five fields of operations in Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, West Bank
and the Gaza Strip providing direct assistance and protection for some 5 million Palestine
refugees in the Middle East. UNRWA is mandated by the UN General Assembly to provide this
assistance and its mission is to help Palestine refugees achieve their full potential in human
development until there is a just and lasting solution for their plight. UNRWA restores safety,
dignity and hope to millions who have been uprooted by conflict with services encompassing
education, health care, relief and social services, camp infrastructure and improvement,
microfinance and emergency assistance.
For more details on UNRWA, please visit: https://www.unrwa.org/
How to Apply
Applicants are required to register at http://jobs.unrwa.org by creating a personal profile and
completing an UNRWA Personal History Form. Please note that UNRWA only accepts degrees
from accredited educational institutions. Only applications received through
http://jobs.unrwa.org will be considered. Due to the large number of applications received,
only applicants short-listed for interview will be contacted. Please ensure that the e-mail
address that you will indicate in your Personal History Profile is accurate, candidates shortlisted
for test or interview will only be contacted by e-mail. No follow up phone calls will be made.
The United Nations does not charge fees at any stage of the recruitment process (application,
testing, interviewing, etc). The United Nations does not concern itself with information related to
bank accounts.
For guidance on how to prepare for competency-based interviews, please visit:
https://careers.un.org/lbw/home.aspx?viewtype=AYI”
General Information
UNRWA encourages applications from qualified and experienced women.
UNRWA welcomes applications from qualified candidates with disabilities.
This vacancy notice is open to internal and external candidates.
UNRWA is a United Nations organization whose staff are expected to uphold the highest
standards of integrity, neutrality and impartiality. This includes respect for human rights, for
diversity, and for non-violent means of dealing with all kinds of conflict. UNRWA staff are
expected to uphold these values at all times, both at work and outside. Only persons who fully
and unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for UNRWA jobs. UNRWA
is a non- smoking work environment.
The Agency reserves the right not to make an appointment, to make an appointment at a
lower grade, or to make an appointment with a modified job description.
On appointment, all individuals will be asked to sign a self attestation, confirming that they
have not committed, been convicted of, or prosecuted for, any criminal offence and that they
have not been involved, by act or omission, in the commission of any violation of international
human rights law or international humanitarian law.
Date of issue: 13 October 2019