International Port Management Engineering Expert at United Nations Conference on Trade and Development – Switzerland
Recruiter: United Nations Conference on Trade and Development
About United Nations Conference on Trade and Development
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Job Summary
This consultancy provides an opportunity to contribute specialized expertise to United Nations Conference on Trade and Development’s mission in programme management. Working in Switzerland, you will apply your professional skills to address complex challenges in programme management and support the organization’s programmatic objectives. This role offers the flexibility of consultancy work while contributing to meaningful international development outcomes with global impact.
Full Job Description
Result of Service
The consultant will provide technical assistance to Argentina in the framework of the Port of Buenos Aires concession, and to Bolivia on port development.
Work Location
Home-based
Expected duration
01.04.26 – 30.09.26
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Chief of Human Resources Development Section/TrainForTrade and the Coordinator of the Spanish Speaking Network of the Port Management Programme, the consultant will contribute to the following tasks: 1. Provide technical assistance to Argentina in the framework of the concession of Port Buenos Aires. a. Identification of technical and engineering matters that may require analysis, and provision of related comments. b. Undertake a risk analysis of the concession project. c. Make recommendations based on best practices. d. Advise the Agencia Nacional de Puertos y Navegacion (ANPYN) team on technical-assistance related matters to strengthen technical capacity. e. Attend preparatory technical meetings on line and in person as required. f. Conduct and respond to any necessary consultations and analyses related to the technical matters. g. Prepare technical assistance reports that contribute to a better understanding of the different proposed alternatives. 2. Provide technical assistance to Bolivia on port development in general and in particular on technical related matters[MJ1.1]. a. Identification of technical and engineering matters that may require analysis, and provision of related comments. b. Undertake a risk analysis of the concession project. c. Make recommendations based on best practices. d. Attend preparatory technical meetings on line and in person as required. e. Conduct and respond to any necessary consultations and analyses related to the technical matters. f. Prepare technical assistance reports that contribute to a better understanding of the different proposed alternatives.
Qualifications/special skills
An advanced university degree Master, in a subject related to maritime/port management sector, in Civil Engineering, Business Administration or related field is required. At least 8 years of professional experience in programme management, with responsibilities in technical and civil engineering or construction management, including the coordination of related activities is required. Experience with technical and civil engineering related matters in ports is desirable. Experience with maritime or port tenders’ processes is desirable. Experience with the TrainForTrade Port Management Programme is desirable.
Languages
Fluency oral and written in Spanish is required.
Additional Information
Not available.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS BANK ACCOUNTS.
Key Details
- Job Title: International Port Management Engineering Expert
- Grade: CON
- Location: Geneva, Switzerland
- Department: United Nations Conference on Trade and Development
- Contract Type: Consultancy
- Salary Range:$50,000.0 – $120,000.0 USD annually
Qualifications
- Fluency oral and written in Spanish is required.
Skills
- Not specified in the official posting
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Professional development opportunities
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
- Inclusive and collaborative work environment
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the official UN careers portal. It is encouraged that applications be updated in the case where new skills or experience are obtained from the time of the initial application so that programme managers will have the most up-to-date information to aid them in their recruiting.