National Consultant for Infrastructure Asset Management

Job Posting Organization:
The job posting organization is the Financing for sustainable-development-office" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Sustainable Development Office (FSDO) of the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UN DESA). The FSDO is dedicated to advancing policy and action on financing for sustainable development, supporting Member States and stakeholders in achieving the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The organization focuses on providing thought leadership, promoting multistakeholder dialogue, identifying policy options, and offering strategic advice and capacity development support. The FSDO operates globally, engaging with various countries to implement projects that align with sustainable development goals.

Job Overview:
The position of National Consultant for Infrastructure Asset Management is crucial for the successful implementation of the UN DESA project titled 'Localizing the SDGs through more resilient, inclusive, and sustainable infrastructure (Phase 2)'. This project aims to enhance the capacity of local and national governments in Uganda to effectively plan, manage, and sustain resilient infrastructure systems. The consultant will work closely with government officials and stakeholders to institutionalize infrastructure asset management (IAM) practices and strengthen policy frameworks for sustainable infrastructure development. The role involves providing tailored technical assistance, facilitating stakeholder engagement, and contributing to the design and implementation of IAM project activities. The consultant will also be responsible for conducting workshops, diagnostic missions, and developing asset management profiles for local governments, ensuring that the project meets its objectives and delivers measurable outcomes.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The National Consultant will undertake several key responsibilities under the supervision of the Senior Economic Affairs Officer. These include designing and co-implementing an online awareness-raising workshop on infrastructure asset management, conducting diagnostic missions to local governments, and preparing customized Asset Management Profiles. The consultant will liaise with national authorities to confirm participating local governments and develop an implementation schedule. They will conduct training missions, apply the UN IAM diagnostic tool, and guide local officials in identifying current practices and gaps in infrastructure asset management. Additionally, the consultant will provide substantive input for in-person workshops, co-facilitate training sessions, and assist in the development of training materials that are relevant to local contexts.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess an advanced degree in engineering, business, project management, public administration, urban planning, economics, or a related field. A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in infrastructure, infrastructure asset management (IAM), or urban development is required. The ideal candidate should have demonstrated expertise in asset inventories, lifecycle planning, service delivery, public sector investment planning, or institutional capacity development. Knowledge of the Ugandan public sector and infrastructure systems is essential, while familiarity with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and UN IAM tools is desirable. Additionally, knowledge of global asset management standards and geographic information systems (GIS) is a plus.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes an advanced degree in a relevant field such as engineering, business, project management, public administration, urban planning, or economics. This educational foundation is critical for understanding the complexities of infrastructure asset management and the sustainable development goals that the project aims to achieve.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in relevant fields such as infrastructure, infrastructure asset management (IAM), or urban development. Candidates should have a proven track record of working in areas related to asset management, public sector investment planning, and institutional capacity development, demonstrating their ability to contribute effectively to the project's objectives.

Languages:
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English are mandatory for this position. Proficiency in English is essential for effective communication with stakeholders, conducting workshops, and preparing reports and documentation related to the project.

Additional Notes:
This is a locally recruited position open to nationals of Uganda as well as individuals who hold valid employment authorization in Uganda. The position is expected to last for one year, and it is important to note that the United Nations does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process, ensuring a fair and transparent hiring process.