Ingénieur.e Biomedical.e

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Position Title: Ingénieur.e Biomedical.e
Location: Remote Work
Country: Remote
Deadline Date: Not specified

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
L'UNOPS CAMCO, identified as a United Nations agency, supports infrastructure and humanitarian management in post-conflict areas. Established to foster strong working relationships with international partners and UN agencies, it provides technical support and capacity building in strategic development areas, including rehabilitation and development of infrastructure in health, education, public works, governance, procurement, project management, and environmental protection. UNOPS Madagascar operates from its main office in Antananarivo and has opened several regional offices to meet the needs of the government of Madagascar, funded by multilateral and bilateral donors. The organization aims to expand its support for diverse projects, particularly in economic and social infrastructure and financial management in sectors such as agriculture, transport, sanitation, health, and climate change mitigation.

Job Overview:
The Biomedical Engineer will work under the supervision of the Project Manager, providing technical support to establish a medical equipment management system, including inventory and preventive measures. The role involves collaborating with the UNOPS technical team on project execution, conducting hospital space verification visits, and ensuring the proper delivery, installation, and marketing of medical equipment within health institutions. The engineer will also develop technical specifications for medical equipment procurement, participate in technical evaluations of received offers, and work closely with the Ministry of Health and hospital staff to optimize project activities. The position requires a commitment to achieving project deliverables and ensuring that project outcomes align with the benefits outlined in project documents.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide technical support for establishing a medical equipment management system, including inventory and preventive measures.
• Collaborate with the UNOPS technical team on project execution.
• Conduct verification visits of hospital spaces before receiving equipment and make recommendations.
• Monitor deliveries, installations, and marketing of medical equipment/furniture within beneficiary health institutions.
• Work closely with the Ministry of Health team and hospital staff.
• Develop technical specifications required for the procurement of medical equipment.
• Participate in the technical evaluation processes of offers received for medical equipment/furniture.
• Collaborate with the support team to optimize project activities.
• Execute other tasks as instructed by the Project Manager to facilitate project deliverables. 1
• Ensure mastery of expected products for each activity involved, adhering to specified tolerances regarding deadlines, costs, quality, scope, risks, and benefits. 1
• Participate in drafting various reports as defined in the communication plan of the assigned projects.

Required Qualifications:

• A minimum of 4 years of experience with a bachelor's degree (BAC+3) in biomedical engineering, electrical engineering, industrial maintenance, industrial engineering, or equivalent.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience with a master's degree or engineering degree in biomedical engineering, electrical engineering, industrial maintenance, industrial engineering, or equivalent.
• Certification in healthcare management is an asset.
• Relevant professional experience in biomedical engineering, including at least one year in a hospital environment.
• Successful experience working with various health sector stakeholders, particularly governments and development partners, is desirable.
• Experience working or interning in a hospital environment is desirable.
• Experience working in developing countries is an asset.

Educational Background:
A bachelor's degree (BAC+3) in biomedical engineering, electrical engineering, industrial maintenance, industrial engineering, or equivalent is required for candidates with 4 years of experience. For those with a master's degree or engineering degree, a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience is required. Certification in healthcare management is considered an asset.

Experience:
Candidates must have a minimum of 4 years of relevant professional experience in biomedical engineering, with at least one year in a hospital setting. Experience working with various stakeholders in the health sector, particularly governments and development partners, is desirable. Additionally, experience in developing countries is considered an asset.

Languages:
Proficiency in English is required, along with a good understanding of French. These language skills are essential for effective communication and collaboration in the role.

Additional Notes:
The contract type is an Individual Contract Agreement at level I-ICA 1 (ICS9) with a maximum duration of 1 year, subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds, and satisfactory performance. UNOPS does not accept unsolicited applications, and applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Only candidates selected for the next stage of the recruitment process will be contacted. UNOPS promotes diversity and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities. The organization encourages women and individuals from underrepresented groups to apply, particularly those from ethnic minorities, indigenous groups, and individuals with disabilities. All staff members must adhere to the UN Charter and UNOPS policies and demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals consistent with UN values.