Engineer (Premises and Maintenance) CST II, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

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11 November 2026-23:59-GMT+03:00 East Africa Time (Addis Ababa)

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• We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).

CONTRACTUAL INFORMATION

Job title: Engineer (Premises and Maintenance)

Grade: CST II

Type of Contract: International Consultant

Unit: Engineering

Duty Station (City, Country): Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Duration: Six (6) Months, with the possibility of extension.

This position is opened only for Non-Ethiopian Nationals

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT

The WFP Ethiopia Engineering Unit supports the planning, design, implementation and maintenance of WFP premises across the country operation. WFP Ethiopia is strengthening its approach to premises improvement and maintenance through a structured framework that promotes consistent standards, improved planning, preventive maintenance and more effective use of available resources.

The Premises and Maintenance Engineer will provide dedicated technical capacity to support the implementation of the WFP Ethiopia Premises Improvement and Maintenance Strategy. The assignment will focus on premises planning, the preparation of Site Master Plans, development of minimum standards and standard solutions, strengthening maintenance systems and procedures, and technical support to premises improvement and maintenance works.

The consultant will be based in Addis Ababa and will travel to WFP locations throughout Ethiopia as required. The assignment is expected to commence tentatively on 1 December 2026 for six months, with the possibility of extension.

ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the direct supervision of the Head of Engineering, the Premises and Maintenance Engineer will undertake the following duties:

1.     Lead the finalization, institutionalization and implementation of the Operation and Maintenance SOP, including the establishment of workflows and procedures for maintenance requests, technical review, approval, implementation, completion and tracking.

2.     Develop, standardize and oversee the implementation of premises minimum standards, standard designs and standard materials to guide rehabilitation, improvement and maintenance interventions.

3.     Strengthen preventive maintenance planning, scheduling, monitoring and reporting systems, including reviewing existing maintenance contracting arrangements and recommending improvements.

4.     Conduct condition assessments of offices and accommodation facilities to identify rehabilitation, improvement and maintenance requirements and support their prioritization.

5.     Prepare five Site Master Plans for selected WFP compounds, incorporating identified needs and providing a structured basis for the planning and sequencing of future premises improvements.

6.     Based on the condition assessments and Site Master Plans, support the development of a prioritized and costed premises improvement and investment programme.

7.     Prepare the technical documentation required for implementation, including scopes of work, drawings, specifications, bills of quantities and cost estimates.

8.     Provide technical support to procurement processes, including technical reviews, clarifications and evaluations, as required.

9.     Manage and oversee the implementation, supervision, quality assurance and documentation of premises improvement and maintenance projects, ensuring delivery to agreed technical, schedule and budget parameters.

10.  Strengthen organizational capacity and institutional knowledge in premises and maintenance management through the development of guidance tools, coaching initiatives, knowledge-transfer programmes and implementation of best practices.

11.  Undertake field missions across Ethiopia as required and perform other related duties within the scope of the assignment.

DELIVERABLES

1.     Inception report and six-month workplan, including methodology, priorities and mission schedule;

2.     Finalized Operation and Maintenance SOP and supporting workflows and tools;

3.     Condition assessment reports for the sites covered during the assignment;

4.     Premises minimum standards and standard design and materials package;

5.     Preventive maintenance planning and tracking system, including practical tools and templates;

6.     Prioritized and costed premises investment programme;

7.     Five Site Master Plans for selected WFP compounds;

8.     Final assignment report, including completed outputs, pending actions, recommendations and handover materials.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Education: First university degree in Civil Engineering or Architecture.

Experience: At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in premises planning, building design, construction, rehabilitation, facilities maintenance or related engineering and architectural assignments. Previous WFP experience is mandatory.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Demonstrated experience in assessing premises and preparing improvement and maintenance plans;
• Strong experience in architectural or engineering design, technical specifications, bills of quantities and cost estimates;
• Experience in maintenance management systems, preventive maintenance planning and development of procedures and workflows;
• Experience in procurement support, technical evaluation, construction supervision, quality assurance and contract management;
• Ability to prepare Site Master Plans and translate operational requirements into practical, phased and costed interventions;
• Proficiency in AutoCAD is mandatory;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project is mandatory;
• Knowledge of GIS tools is an advantage;
• Strong analytical, planning, coordination, communication and report-writing skills;
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment and to travel within Ethiopia.

Languages: Fluency in both oral and written communication in English.

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