UNDP Debris Removal Analyst, NPSA-8, DS-Kyiv, National position || Apply Now

UNDP is recruiting a Debris Removal Analyst to ensure the effective and timely implementation of debris removal work in accordance with the guidance of the Debris Removal Specialist and the Head of Debris Management Unit, under overall directionof the Project Manager. The incumbent will also provide advisory support and supervision to ensure the quality and efficiency of demolition and debris management works for relevant projects under Energy and Environment pillar.

Duties and Responsibilities of Debris Removal Analyst

The services will support activities and projects related to Debris Removal and recycling through providing his/her technical expertise to help plan, overview and supervise the emergency demolition and debris management works in the war-affected areas in Ukraine.

Coordinate effective project planning and implementation:

• Support selected cities and final beneficiaries (municipalities, other public bodies) to assess the needs , identifying priorities regarding debris removal and management, including building demolition
• Review, check and appraise the engineering design, cost estimates and drawings of social and economic infrastructure facilities which will be prepared by qualified and competitive local engineering companies;
• a`ssessing any indications  of poor/unsatisfactory performance of UNDP’s contractors  and/or defective  equipment that could cause malfunctioning and promptly inform Debris Removal Specialist, Head of Debris Management Unit and respective Project Managers.

Monitor and report on progress in implementing project activities and achieving the targets set:

• Ensure efficient and effective delivery of the Project activities of debris removal and management:
• Contribute to preparation of work implementation plans, and other related documents for timely commencement and implementation of the activities;
• Participate in relevant meetings and share information with partners and UN agencies.
• Contribute to preparation and implementation of the Project communications strategy and plan;
• Support with preperation of project reports, including progress and annual reports, as well as ad-hoc technical reports;
• Ensure preparation of necessary technical documentation;

Build partnerships and open channels of communication:

• Contribute to the preparation of manuals and instructions/procedures documents for rayon-, city- and/or oblast authorities to follow;
• Provide advisory support to final beneficiaries and assess adequacy of operations;
• Contribute to preparation of operational and management guidelines for implementation of supported projects including site works reporting on debris removal and management
• Liaise with respective governmental organizations to ensure the component activities are implemented in a timely and efficient manner;

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Required Skills and Experience

• Experience in the field of technical supervision with valid certification will be considered an advantage.
• Experience in the field of procurement of civil works and services will be considered an advantage.
• Experience of working or liaising with UNDP and familiarity with its bidding procedures will be considered an asset.

• Fluency in English is required.
• Fluency in Ukrainian is required for local personnel.

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