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The United Nations Regional Service Centre Entebbe (RSCE) is hiring an Engineering Assistant to support maintenance, repair, installation and project management activities at its Entebbe, Uganda duty station. The role involves technical supervision, site assessments, cost estimates, contractor coordination and compliance with UN procurement and environmental policies. Applications close 25 Sep.

UN shared-service hub role supporting field operations and peace missions across Africa
Contract position based in Entebbe, Uganda
Deadline: 25 Sep
Requires high school diploma plus technical/vocational engineering qualification
Involves project management, site inspections and contractor supervision

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UN Jobs – Engineering Assistant – United Nations Regional Service Centre at Entebbe

United Nations Regional Service Centre Entebbe (RSCE)

Contract

Posted

9 hours ago

Closes 25 Sep

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Job Title:

Engineering Assistant

Organisation:

United Nations Regional Service Centre at Entebbe

Duty Station:

Entebbe, Uganda

About Organisation:

The Regional Service Centre Entebbe (RSCE) is a prominent shared service hub operated by the United Nations (UN) in Entebbe, Uganda. It serves as a vital administrative, logistics, and technology backbone for UN field operations and peace missions across Africa and other global regions.

Key Duties and

Responsibilities

Within delegated authority, the Engineering Assistant will be responsible for the following duties:

Technical

Supervises and coordinates activities in resolving technical site problems, providing technical specification and cost estimates related to any RSCE assignments, planning and scheduling of projects for maintenance, repair, and installation on the premises.

Supervises and coordinates activities concerning projects for installations, systems and equipment.

Performs project management activities coordinating alteration works to ensure that the quality of contractors’ services is in accordance with set terms and conditions, codes and standards as well as health and safety rules and regulations.

Performs activities related to commissioning of engineering works, including periodical and final inspection.

Liaises with projects stakeholders to arrive at mutually satisfactory approaches to problems.

Updates Supervisors/Managers periodically on projects status.

Planning and design: of all minor and major projects.

Applies commonly used engineering design practices and precedents for site projects.

Carries out site visits, technical assessments and prototype inspections. -Analyzes project proposals to assess technical feasibility and resources estimation.

Prepares technical specifications, drawings, bills of quantity and cost estimates necessary for the preparation of SORs/SOWs for bidding packages.

Checks, verifies and recommends for approvals to Management on all invoices/Claims submitted by contactors during the implementation phase as per UN procurement rules and ensure all technical inputs and cost estimates are accurate, timely provided and included in the project proposals and budgets.

Procedural:

Provides specialized support in carrying out technical assessments of existing buildings and infrastructure.

Preparing draft proposals for alteration work including preparation of technical specifications, bills of quantity and cost estimates necessary for solicitation of quotations from the open market.

Participates in technical review of offers submitted and studies drawings and sketches for review and discussion to determine extent of work required; presents alternatives as solution of problems.

Accompanies all contractors to job locations, clarifies drawings and specifications after contract has been awarded to successful contractor.

Operational:

Reviews and evaluates technical offers and coordinates with procurement unit.

Participates in the preparation of cost estimates for biennial budget and acquisition plan related to the Unit/Section accounts.

Suggests ways to institute control and methods to improve services and reduce costs for the United Nations.

Coordinates with Security and Safety team on their investigation on safety and fire hazard situations associated with installation done by the Unit.

Ensures that daily activities are in accordance are in compliance with the UN Environmental and Waste Management Policies, and in line with the UN Environmental Strategy objectives

Acts as Team Leader as required.

Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications, Skills and

Experience

Deadline: 25

High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Job – Specific Qualification

A technical/vocational diploma/certificate in engineering or related area is required.

A minimum of seven (7) years of

in facilities management, building management, engineering, architecture or related area is required.

The minimum years of relevant

is reduced to five (5) for candidates who possess a first level degree or higher.

A minimum of one year working

in computer aided design software such as Autocad or similar is required.

in structural design analysis is desirable.

in the use of engineering tools and management of studio equipment is desirable.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.

For this job opening, English is required. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult for details).

Competencies

Professionalism: Knowledge of rules and regulations pertaining to construction, engineering, building management and industry codes and standards.

Knowledge in structural design analysis and systems design for buildings and infrastructure.

Ability to lead projects and supervise the work of contractors.

Shows pride in work and in 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; commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work.

Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Planning & Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; 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.

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.

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified and Interested applicants should apply online at the link below.

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September 2026

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