Health and Safety, Social and Environmental Management Associate

Overview
Support in the management of occupational health and safety in infrastructure projects.

You have:

Completion of secondary education is required.
A top-level university degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related fields is desirable.
02 to 06 years of relevant experience in the area of ​​Occupational Safety and Health is required.
Proficiency in Spanish is required.
Intermediate or advanced proficiency in English is desirable.
Contract
This is a LICA-6 contract. This kind of contract is known as Local Individual Contractor Agreements . It is normally only for nationals . It’s an external contract. It usually requires 6 years of experience , depending on education. More about LICA-6 contracts .

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Details
General information about UNOPS
The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is a United Nations agency responsible for infrastructure, procurement, and project management (General Assembly Resolution 65/176 of 2010). Our mission is to help people improve their lives and countries achieve peace and sustainable development. UNOPS’ three priority areas are:

i) Sustainable Infrastructure: UNOPS designs, builds, repairs, and maintains infrastructure in some of the world’s most challenging environments. Its activities focus on developing infrastructure for transport, education, and health, among other areas. ii) Public Procurement: UNOPS is a central procurement resource for the United Nations system and governments. It emphasizes the efficient, transparent, and sustainable delivery of goods and services. iii) Project Management: UNOPS manages more than 1,000 humanitarian, development, and peacebuilding projects annually for various partners, ensuring quality, effectiveness, and results that meet the highest standards.

UNOPS’ work seeks environmental, social, and economic sustainability, contributing to progress toward equity and the common good in the countries where it operates, thereby promoting improved living conditions for the most vulnerable people. UNOPS has a presence in 23 countries in Latin America and the Caribbean. Its services, products, and technical assistance adhere to the principles of public administration: transparency, equity, integrity, free competition, impartiality, morality, effectiveness, efficiency, and respect for national institutions.

UNOPS has been providing technical assistance in the implementation of health infrastructure projects with the Government of Nicaragua and various international development banks. This assistance will include, among other things, capacity building and implementation of investment programs and projects, development and/or review of investment studies, final designs and studies, procurement strategies, bidding and contracting processes, as well as infrastructure project management and construction supervision.

To efficiently and effectively fulfill the commitments made under this technical assistance agreement, UNOPS has established a Technical Unit to develop design products, implement construction projects, and procure medical equipment and furniture. This unit will generate documents compiling terms of reference, bidding documents, and procurement strategies for a group of projects. Simultaneously, UNOPS will implement procurement processes for goods and services and manage the construction process through quality assurance.

Functional Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Project Manager, the Health and Safety Associate will perform the following functions:

Attend to field requirements related to your area of ​​expertise.
Assist in monitoring the correct preparation and completion of Occupational Health and Safety forms to be used in correspondence, work inspection requests, etc.
Assist in carrying out the appropriate actions in case errors or omissions are detected.
Assist in verifying the quality of occupational safety and health actions.
Inform the Project Manager of issues that may affect the achievement of your results.
Support in integrating sustainability actions, as well as occupational health and safety, in accordance with the policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the United Nations and UNOPS security management system.
Assist in the management of risks so that they are prevented and/or mitigated in a timely manner, informing the Project Manager and recommending the necessary corrective actions.
Verify in the field that occupational health and safety training is provided to workers and that signage, labels, etc. are maintained.
Ensure that daily risk assessments are carried out.
Investigate and report security incidents and submit the corresponding report to the HSSE coordinator, as well as follow up until the reported incident is closed.
Assist in the investigation of all injuries, accidents, and incidents. Identify the causes and support the HSSE coordinator on any necessary improvements to safety standards.
Assist and collaborate in carrying out inspections regarding the use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment), order, cleanliness, signage, etc.
Attend and collaborate in workshops, training activities and communication with the aim of promoting a safety culture, as well as in the staff onboarding process by providing the basic safety training necessary to work on the construction site.
*To see the complete list of features, please download the attached PDF.

Education/Experience/Language requirements
a. Education

Completion of secondary education is required.
A top-level university degree (equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent) preferably in Occupational Health and Safety, Industrial Safety and/or Workplace Safety or related fields is desirable and can replace some years of required experience.
b. Work experience

02 to 06 years of relevant experience (depending on academic credentials) in the area of ​​Occupational Safety and Health is required.
Up-to-date technical knowledge of national standards related to Occupational Safety and Health, ISO Standards and/or infrastructure projects will be valued.
c. Language

Proficiency in Spanish is required.
Intermediate or advanced proficiency in English is desirable.
Competencies ES
Demonstrates an understanding of the impact of their role on all stakeholders and always puts the beneficiary first. Develops and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if it falls within their responsibilities). Evaluates data and procedures to arrive at logical and pragmatic decisions. Takes an impartial and rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to the problem-solving process. Effectively establishes a course of action for themselves and/or others to achieve a goal. Actions lead to the successful completion of the task with a focus on quality in all areas. Identifies opportunities and takes the initiative to act. Understands that the responsible use of resources maximizes the impact we can have on our beneficiaries. Treats all individuals with respect, responds tactfully to differences, and encourages others to do the same. Upholds ethical and organizational standards. Maintains high standards of trust. Is a role model for diversity and inclusion. Is open to change and flexible in a fast-paced environment. Adapts their perspective to changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on past experiences and modifies their own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvement. Expresses ideas or facts clearly, concisely, and openly. Communication demonstrates consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Manages conflicts effectively by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground. Serves as a positive role model who contributes to team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: By using appropriate leadership styles, serves as a positive leadership role model, motivating, guiding, and inspiring others to succeed.

Contract type, level and duration
Contract Type : ICA – Individual Contractor Agreement (regular monthly contract)

Regular Monthly Contract : This contract is established in the modality of a regular monthly contract, that is, a continuous provision of services is required during the contract period, with payments associated with the contract being made at the end of each calendar month.

Contract Level : LICA 6 ****The UNOPS office in Nicaragua is seeking local candidates (Nicaraguan nationals) or those with permanent residency and a work permit at the time of application.**

Contract Duration**: Indefinite: open contract, subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance.

UNOPS is an inclusive employer, and we encourage applications from women and men regardless of ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We are committed to promoting equitable representation.

Work-life balance : UNOPS values ​​its personnel and recognizes the importance of maintaining a balance between professional and personal responsibilities. We have a work-life balance policy and offer various flexible working arrangements. This policy applies to all UNOPS personnel, regardless of their employment status.