Project Manager (Infrastructure)
Colombo
- Organization: UNOPS - United Nations Office for Project Services
- Location: Colombo
- Grade: Mid level - LICA-10, Local Individual Contractors Agreement
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Occupational Groups:
- Infrastructure and Urban-Rural development
- Project and Programme Management
- Managerial positions
- Closing Date: 2024-10-07
Job categories Engineering, Project Management
Vacancy code VA/2024/B5505/28895
Department/office AR, SAMCO, Sri Lanka
Duty station Colombo, Sri Lanka
Contract type Local ICA Specialist
Contract level LICA Specialist-10
Duration Ongoing
Application period 23-Sep-2024 to 07-Oct-2024
Applications to vacancies must be received before midnight Copenhagen time (CET) on the closing date of the announcement.
Education/Experience/Language requirements
Education:
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Advanced University Degree in in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Project Management, Business Administration or other relevant field is required;
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Project Management, Business Administration or other relevant field combined with 2 additional years of relevant professional experience may be accepted in lieu of the Advanced university degree.
Experience:
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Minimum 5 years (or less depending on academic credentials) of relevant progressive experience in the construction sector involving project development and management, with focus on planning, monitoring, reporting and coordination in either public or private sector organizations;
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Proven experience of project implementation in close collaboration with government authorities preferred;
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Previous work experience with the UNOPS or any of the United Nations agencies is preferred;
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Knowledge of UN/UNOPS rules and regulations is an advantage.
Language:
- Fluency in English is required (speaking, reading, and writing)
- Working knowledge in Sinhala and Tamil is desirable.
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Before applying, please make sure that you have read the requirements for the position and that you qualify.
Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.
Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.