Org. Setting and Reporting

These temporary positions are located within the United Nations Support Office in Haiti (UNSOH). Pursuant to Security Council resolution 2793 (2025), UNSOH has been mandated to provide support; primarily to the Gang Suppression Force (GSF), the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH), the Haitian National Police (HNP), and the Haitian Armed Forces in the context of any joint operations with the GSF. Additionally, UNSOH is tasked with delivering technical assistance to the Organization of American States (OAS). These temporary positions are based in Port au Prince and are located in the Engineering and Facilities Management Section (EFMS). The FS-5 will report to the Chief of Unit or designated UN Officer.

Responsibilities

Within delegated authority, the Water and Sanitation Technician will apply technical knowledge and expertise in the performance of the following duties: Hydrology • Locates viable water sources and abstraction points including surface (river, lake, steams) and ground water sources (wells, boreholes, infiltration galleries). • Supervises drilling of wells and boreholes and construction of surface and subsurface water intakes. Pumps and plants • Installs, maintains, water supply systems, water treatment plants, water storage facilities, pumps, plants and controls panels of and other allied equipment. • Installs, maintains, septic systems, sewerage network, sewage treatment plant, pumps, plants and controls panels of and other allied equipment. • Coordinates scheduled maintenance on all the installations and equipment related to above. • Performs emergency works and repairs of all above. • Monitors the performance of water and wastewater equipment, facilities and infrastructure in the field including boreholes, pumps, main supply, storage tanks, distribution networks and sewage systems. Quality control/laboratory • Performs daily chemical and bacteriological analysis of water and treated wastewater effluent. Plumbing and sanitation. • Supervises works related to the installation and maintenance of sanitation facilities such as ablution units, field toilets, kitchens and laundries. General • Monitors and ensures adequate stock levels of spare parts for water supply and sewerage works and controls panels as well as necessary tools and equipment, and provides lists of periodic requirements of same well in advance for the purpose of raising requisitions • • Consolidates results from daily chemical and bacteriological analysis of water and treated wastewater effluent in report form. • Provides field based input for preparation of scope of works for water and wastewater systems. • Initiates work orders as and when required. • Coordinates work as necessary with engineering counterparts in specialized technical areas. • Supervises outsourced contractors and individual contractors engaged for water supply, sanitation and wastewater works, ensuring compliance with technical specifications, quality standards, timelines, and UN safety requirements. • Monitors contractor performance and deliverables; validates completion of works and services and provides technical input for certification of payments, variations and acceptance as required. • Maintains operational trackers for water and sanitation assets (e.g., boreholes, pumps, tanks, distribution networks, septic systems and wastewater systems), including maintenance history, spare parts consumption and outage reporting; maintains trackers, maintenance logs and basic performance reports. • Performs effective organization, supervision and completion of water and sanitation installation, maintenance and repair projects in a cost-effective and timely manner. • Ensures that site safety procedures are known to personnel for the performance of their assigned duties. • Performs other duties as required, including emergency call-out and standby duties.

Competencies

Professionalism: Demonstrates professional competence and in-depth knowledge of water and sanitation operations, engineering practices, including potable water production, storage and distribution systems (pumps, pipe networks, valves, tanks and fittings), disinfection/chlorination processes, and sanitation/wastewater systems (septic/soakage arrangements, holding tanks, drainage and related infrastructure). Applies relevant standards and safe work practices; conducts systematic troubleshooting, identifies root causes and implements practical corrective actions to restore services quickly and safely. Plans and executes preventive maintenance and inspection routines; maintains accurate records, logs and basic technical reports (e.g., breakdown analysis, maintenance history, spares usage). Exercises sound judgment in prioritizing urgent repairs, managing service disruptions and communicating technical constraints clearly to supervisors and stakeholders. Shows pride in work and achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; Solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; Is willing to learn from others; Places team agenda before personal agenda; Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; Identifies priority activities and assignments and adjusts priorities as required; Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; Uses time efficiently.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Job - Specific Qualification

Technical or vocational certificate in Water Resources, Water sample analysis installation, operation and maintenance of water equipment is desirable.

Work Experience

A minimum of eight (8) years of relevant experience in the field of Water and Sanitation is required. Experience in operating, maintaining, and repairing water supply, sanitation, and wastewater systems, including pumps, treatment units, distribution networks, sewerage systems, and wastewater treatment plants, is required. Experience in water quality monitoring and basic laboratory testing (chemical and bacteriological) and preparation of related reports is required. Experience in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Share Point and Microsoft Teams is required. Experience working in international operations and/or field missions in complex or post-conflict environments is desirable. Experience preparing technical inputs for scopes of work, work orders and maintenance plans, including spare parts forecasting is desirable. Experience with CMMS/asset management tools and/or data dashboards (e.g., Power BI) is desirable.

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Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by a competency-based interview.

Special Notice

This temporary job opening is being advertised for advance planning purposes pending formal approval of the relevant funding and staffing structures. An appointment may be terminated, or post level adjusted in accordance with the Staff Rules for such reasons as abolition of post or reduction of staff or committee funding approvals, for example in the event that the funding for the post is not approved or the mandate of the mission is not extended. The selected candidate will be expected to be temporarily deployed until 30 June 2026. If the selected candidate is a staff member from the United Nations Secretariat, the selection will be administered as a temporary assignment. While this temporary assignment may provide the successful applicant with an opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for this position is for a limited period and has no bearing on the future incumbency of the post. The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. Please note that pursuant to the Staff selection system policy (ST/AI/2025/2): (1) Applicants for positions in the Field Service category cannot be of the nationality of the country where the position is located, and (2) Applicants for positions in the Professional and higher categories in a mission, field operation, or resident coordinator’s office cannot be of the nationality of the country where the position is located. For currently serving staff of a United Nations Common System organization, only the UN-recognized nationality will be considered for the purposes of these restrictions.

United Nations Considerations

According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on “Manuals” in the “Help” tile of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. All external candidates recruited in accordance with section ‎2.2 (a) of ST/AI/2025/3 for a fixed term appointment without limitation and all external candidates recruited in accordance with section 2.2. (c) of ST/AI/2025/3 for a fixed term appointment limited to the entity are subject to an initial probationary period of one year under a fixed-term appointment. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

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.