Site Maintenance Assistant (G4)

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ABOUT WFP

The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change.

At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP's values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.

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WHY JOIN WFP? 

• WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.

• WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.

• WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.

• A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.

• We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).

THE ROLE

This post is based in WFP Kabul UNHAS. The job holder reports to the G5 Administration Assistant. To support effective delivery of administration support services in order to facilitate transparent and efficient utilization of financial resources.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: (not all-inclusive, nor exhaustive):

1. Plan, coordinate and provide a full range of site maintenance and installation works, to ensure preventive maintenance (e.g. for generators, water heaters, water pumps, etc.) is carried out regularly ensuring well-functioning equipment.

 2. Supervise portering and cleaning services, to ensure organized, safe and clean work environment.

 3. Support deployment of and provide technical supervision to external contractors, to facilitate efficient and cost-effective servicing or intervention for any major electrical installations, maintenance or repairs.

 4. Install, maintain and repair all kinds of electrical equipment and appliances including wiring and distribution systems, to ensure safe and reliable working environment in compliance with electrical standards.

 5. Perform regular and ad hoc installations, repairs and maintenance of plumbing systems and components, to ensure all installations meet established safety standards.

 6. Assist in maintaining accurate inventory records through physical check and maintenance of lists/database, and arrange disposal of identified equipment and materials, strictly following WFP assets management guidelines.

 7. Compile and provide accurate reports on works undertaken, services provided, materials procured and used for installations/repairs to enable efficient planning for future work/services.

8.Prepare monthly reports on generator fuel logbooks, to support accurate accounting and enable efficient planning for future diesel fuel provision.

9. Contribute to evaluation of required installation/repair works, compare prices of materials, and contribute to planning of future preventive maintenance works, to support efficient and cost-effective site maintenance services.

10. Generator maintenance based on WFP standard (weekly, monthly and full @ 250 Hrs.) Overhauling of UNHAS generators and other equipment’s when required. Mechanical and generator engine troubleshooting. 

11. Maintain generator records while serviced and repaired, services and maintenance of GPU, overall services of diesel machines, and keeping in good order all repair tools and equipment, to support a safe, healthy, and clean working environment.

12. Responsible for efficient routine maintenance and repair of UNHAS machinery equipment following manufacturer’s standards and in compliance with established schedules and WFP safety procedures.

13. Responsible for replenishment of fuel tank for generators and vehicles

14. driving of ramp vehicles when required

15. Any other task assigned by supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

Education: Completion of secondary school education. Demonstrated qualification in mechanics/electricity.

Experience: Four or more years of progressively responsible and proven effective experience in planning and executing specialized electrical installations, maintenance and repair work.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Good Knowledge of solar power system is desirable

• Good knowledge of how to read and understand blueprints and technical diagrams.

• Knowledge of safety precautions.

• Ability to inspect and evaluate equipment/appliances and resolve malfunctioning quickly including ability to perform tests and use the results to diagnose problems.

• Ability to carry out installation of the equipment/appliances expertly and sometimes under difficult and awkward physical circumstances.

• Ability to use hand and power tools.

• Ability to multi-task and respond simultaneously and in a timely fashion to job requirements.

• Ability to maintain accurate and precise records.

• High sense of responsibility and punctuality.

• Honesty and integrity.

• Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing and draft various correspondence.

• Ability to work in a multicultural environment.

• Ability to work in a team and provide technical supervision to other staff.

Language: Fluency in both oral and written communication in English and local languages (Pashto/Dari)

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.

Click here to access WFP Leadership Framework

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

WFP is dedicated to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our recruitment process is inclusively crafted to welcome candidates of all backgrounds, celebrating diversity and ensuring a respectful environment for all. We aim for an accessible and fair recruitment journey. Should you need any reasonable accommodations or have accessibility concerns, please reach out to us confidentially at global.inclusion@wfp.org. Our DEI team is here to ensure your full participation in our recruitment process.

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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

• We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete, and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, language skills and UN Grade (if applicable).

• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.

• Please make sure you upload your professional CV in the English language

• Kindly note the only documents you will need to submit at this time are your CV and Cover Letter

• Additional documents such as passport, recommendation letters, academic certificates, etc. may potentially be requested at a future time

• Please contact us at global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org in case you face any challenges with submitting your application

• Only shortlisted candidates will be notified

All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.