FOOD AND AGRICULTURE ORGANIZATION OF THE UNITED NATIONS
Professional Vacancy Announcement No: 2166-AFS
Deadline For Application:  22 June 2009
Position Title Facilities Management Officer
(Technical Installations/Energy Management)
Duty Station Rome, Italy
Grade Level P-4
Duration Fixed-Term: Three Years
CCOG Code: 1.A.0.3.
Organizational Unit Infrastructure and Facilities Management Branch Administrative Services Division, AFS
Department of Human, Financial and Physical Resources, AF

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the direct supervision of the Chief, AFSI the incumbent will be responsible for the management of the Technical Installation/Energy Management Unit. In particular will:

  • coordinate and supervise the execution of maintenance works and services performed by AFSI staff or external contractors at Headquarters buildings;
  • coordinate and supervise the maintenance and running of FAO installations, including the investigation of problems and discussions with appropriate specialized contractors, ensuring that urgent repair works are performed promptly;
  • coordinate, monitor and plan the work of assistants and technicians;
  • prepare tender specifications and diagrams for the supply of technical equipment and for the maintenance and installation of all types of technical systems (i.e. heating, air-conditioning, plumbing, electrical installations, fire detection and alarm systems, building automation systems, security systems, etc.). Evaluate technically and economically the results of tenders and offers;
  • certify the quality and quantity of materials and services received;
  • certify the payment of related contractual invoices;
  • represent the Organization for contacts with Italian Authorities, for the installation of technical systems as well as the implementation of related Safety norms;
  • develop systems and procedures allowing proper monitoring of technical/economical/quality performance of contractors;
  • develop methods for preventive maintenance through routine inspections and systematic tests of installations;
  • research and study the application of new technologies, select new equipment and materials and develop actions with the contractors in order to achieve cost and efficiency savings;
  • control energy consumption and promote actions aimed at achieving energy savings and reducing environmental pollution;
  • participate to the preparation of the biennial spending programme;
  • represent the Service in inter-divisional meetings and committees;
  • perform other related duties as required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Candidates should meet the following:

  • University Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent education from a recognized professional Institute of Engineers.
  • Seven years of relevant experience as an engineer, with particular experience in maintenance and upkeep of large electrical and mechanical installations in office buildings
  • Working knowledge of English, French or Spanish and limited knowledge of Italian.

SELECTION CRITERIA
Candidates will be assessed against the following:

  • Extent of relevant experience in maintenance and upkeep of large electrical installations
  • Knowledge of European and/or International Technical and Safety laws and codes
  • Demonstrated initiative, high sense of responsibility and ability to plan, organize and supervise the work of others
  • Leadership and ability to solve problems quickly and tactfully
  • Ability to review and evaluate proposals and formulate recommendations
  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.

Please note that all candidates should possess computer/word processing skills and should be capable of working with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.
* The length of appointment for internal FAO candidates will be established in accordance with applicable policies pertaining to the extension of appointments.

REMUNERATION

Level P-4 carries a net salary per year (inclusive of a variable element for post adjustment) from US$ 102,782 US$ 125,936 (without dependants) and from US$ 110,374 to US$ 136,018 (with dependants)

TO APPLY: Carefully read and follow the Guidelines to applicants

Send your application to:

V.A 2166-AFS
Mr R. Bonafede (AFSI)
FAO Via delle Terme di Caracalla 00153 Rome ITALY
Fax No: +39 06 5705 4499
E-mail: AFS-Vacancies@fao.org

This vacancy is open to male and female candidates. Applications from qualified women candidates and applications from qualified candidates from non/under-represented member states are encouraged. Please note that FAO staff members are international civil servants subject to the authority of the Director-General and may be assigned to any activities or office of the organization.

  FAO IS A NON-SMOKING ENVIRONMENT

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