About United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA)

United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA)is part of the United Nations system, working to promote international cooperation and address global challenges. As a UN entity, it contributes to the organization’s mission of maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly relations among nations, and promoting international cooperation in solving international problems and encouraging respect for human rights.

Job Summary

This position offers an opportunity to contribute to quantity surveying engineer (internally only), 12 within United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA)’s important work in international cooperation and sustainable development. Working in Jordan, you will collaborate with international colleagues and partners to address global challenges and promote sustainable development. This role provides an excellent opportunity for professional growth while making a meaningful contribution to international cooperation and global peace and security.

Key Details

• Job Title:Quantity Surveying Engineer (Internally Only), 12
• Grade:N/A
• Location:Amman, Jordan
• Department:United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA)
• Contract Type:Professional Staff
• Estimated Salary Range:$70,000 – $120,000 USD annually

Qualifications

• A university degree from an accredited educational institute in quantity surveying, construction economics or a related discipline.
• English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For th is job opening, English is required. Arabic is required. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details). Required Languages Language Reading Writing Listening Speaking English UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II Arabic UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II

Skills

• UN Core Values of Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity, and Core Competencies of Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results apply by default. Creating and Innovating Deciding and Initiating Action Relating and Networking Learning and Researching
• At least two years experience in quantity surveying duties in construction and maintenance works is required Excellent knowledge and experience in utilizing specialized quantity surveying softw are (billing, estimating, cost control and cash flow) is required Are you a registered Palestine refugee? If yes, please provide your Ration Card Number. It is highly recommended to respond to th is question in order to assist us in further assessing your application. Please explain below? Is required. Do you have close relative(s) in UNRWA (mother, father, daughter, son, sister brother)? If yes, please provide full name(s) and relationship. It is highly recommended to respond to th is question in order to assist us in further assessing your application. Please explain below. Is required Candidates are required to make a declaration as to whether they have any current or past affiliations with non-governmental organizations, academic institutions, political organizations, military, or have/are engaged in activities or have made any public statements, that could be seen to impact their neutrality, objectivity or independence in the performance of their duties for the UN / UNRWA. Any declaration will not necessarily disqualify candidates from consideration for th is post. (i) Knowledge of the latest development of new materials, construction methods, construction methods, latest construction market rates, standard methods of measurement, and low-cost construction is desirable Knowledge of market prices related to h is/her line of work is desirable

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Professional development opportunities
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Inclusive and collaborative work environment

How to Apply