Infrastructure Technician Associate

The project "BRA/23/009 - Strengthening Innovation and Effectiveness in the Federal Court of Ceará's Operations for People-Centered Justice" aims to develop resources (new methodologies, pilot projects, studies, and tools) to strengthen innovation and improve the effectiveness of the Federal Court's operations in Ceará, promoting a people-centered approach to justice.

To achieve these objectives, the project includes the following areas of action:

A plan to strengthen the user experience and improve the services provided by the Federal Court of Ceará, focusing on effective access to justice, developed and implemented;
A strategy to strengthen the application of innovation mechanisms and disruptive technologies in the Federal Court of Ceará, designed, implemented, and evaluated;
Knowledge production and management to strengthen access to justice and the effectiveness of the solutions proposed by the Federal Court of Ceará;
A plan to strengthen people management and value JFCE employees developed and implemented;
A plan to strengthen institutional governance capabilities developed and implemented;
Efficient management and knowledge management of the project implemented. The project will offer new methodologies and strategies for JFCE's operations through innovation and modernization of its operational processes, while maintaining focus on the ultimate beneficiary: the Justice System. The project will also enable its signatories—JFCE and UNDP—to implement their respective strategic plans.

Within the scope of Axis 5 (institutional governance) and Axis 6 (efficient management and knowledge management), the need to reorganize JFCE's physical structure is highlighted so that it aligns with the principles of innovation, sustainability, accessibility, and citizen-centricity. In this context, the construction of the new Federal Justice Courthouse in Juazeiro do Norte represents one of the structuring pillars of the proposed institutional transformation.

The inclusion of an Infrastructure Technical Associate is justified by the technical, logistical, and institutional complexity of this project, which requires coordination among multiple stakeholders, specialized technical support, and qualified risk and schedule management. The technical support provided by this professional will be essential to ensuring that the new Forum's construction reflects the values and goals of project BRA/23/009, promoting public infrastructure that embodies the principles of people-centered justice, fostering efficiency, inclusion, and effectiveness.

The Infrastructure Technical Associate will work in-person, interacting daily with multidisciplinary teams and closely collaborating with JFCE and UNDP teams. They will be responsible for coordinating and monitoring strategic infrastructure projects, preparing technical documents and reports, and providing technical support to the team, ensuring alignment with the established planning, deadlines, and budget.

This professional's responsibilities will range from providing technical knowledge of the project, through analyzing and monitoring procurement and construction, to supporting strategic decision-making, aligning with the broader objectives of the technical cooperation project between JFCE and UNDP.

The expected key results for this position are to ensure quality, efficiency, and effectiveness in project implementation, in line with the agreed goals and JFCE's priorities within Axis 5.

Project BRA/23/009 is expected to run until December 31, 2026, and may be extended if necessary.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Infrastructure Technical Associate will work in collaboration with the focal points at JFCE, providing technical support in the management of strategic infrastructure projects, through the following planned activities:

Contribute to the planning and monitoring of strategic infrastructure projects:

Advise and monitor the implementation of strategic infrastructure projects, ensuring alignment with planning and ensuring execution within the established schedule and budget; Understand and analyze architectural and complementary projects, interacting with designers, consultants, and technical staff to anticipate challenges and propose improvements, as well as monitor the physical and financial progress of projects, tracking performance indicators and preparing technical and management reports to support the decision-making of the General Project Coordination;
Provide technical support for the contractual execution of the project in Juazeiro do Norte, ensuring that suppliers and service providers meet the established deadlines and requirements, in addition to assisting in the analysis and validation of measurements and invoices;
Conduct on-site technical visits to the projects, according to a previously established schedule, to monitor the progress of the work, identify opportunities for improvement, and support monitoring, evaluation, and decision-making actions.

Decision-making, without direct oversight, in addition to performing other tasks in strategic project management not previously planned, as requested by the designated supervisor.

Contribute to the generation of qualified knowledge and strengthening of project management:

Prepare technical documents, progress reports, meeting minutes, terms of reference, and other records necessary for the execution, monitoring, and accountability of project activities, periodically reporting on the progress of activities through analytical reports, dashboards, and status meetings, ensuring alignment with the responsible JFCE employee;
Understand and apply project management methodologies (such as Agile, Scrum, PMBOK), adapted to the public sector and the execution of complex projects, as well as use digital management tools (such as MS Project, Power BI, Project Builder, among others) to consolidate indicators and support accountability to UNDP and JFCE. Support teams to ensure project delivery and implementation:

Provide technical support to the JFCE team, promoting alignment between the departments involved, participating in meetings, and assisting in resolving operational and strategic project challenges.
The incumbent performs other duties within their job profile that they deem necessary for the smooth running of the project.

Competencies

Achieves Results

LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors their own work, pays attention to detail, and delivers quality work on time.

Innovative Thinking

LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is a practical problem-solver, and makes improvements.

Continuous Learning

LEVEL 1: Open-minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, and seeks feedback.

Agile Adaptability

LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, deals constructively with ambiguity and uncertainty, and is flexible.

Act with Determination

LEVEL 1: Demonstrates determination and motivation, remains calm in the face of adversity, and is confident.

Engages and Partners

LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion and understanding toward others, building positive relationships.

Promotes Diversity and Inclusion

LEVEL 1: Values and respects differences, is aware of unconscious biases, and confronts discrimination.

Multifunctional and Technical Competencies

Business Management and Strategy - Strategic Thinking
• Develops effective strategies and prioritized plans aligned with UNDP's mission and objectives, based on a systemic analysis of challenges, opportunities, and potential risks; connects the big picture with the realities on the ground to create tangible, targeted solutions; learns from diverse sources to anticipate and respond effectively to current and future trends; demonstrates foresight.

Business Development - Human-Centered Design
• Ability to develop solutions to problems involving the human perspective at all stages of the resolution process. Knowledge and understanding of human-centered design principles and practices.

Business Management - Project Management
• Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and control resources, procedures, and protocols to achieve specific objectives.

Business Management - Working with Evidence and Data
• Ability to inspect, cleanse, transform, and model data to uncover useful insights, inform conclusions, and support decision-making.

Agenda 2030: Engagement and Effectiveness - Effectiveness
• Project Quality Assurance.

Agenda 2030: Peace - Rule of Law, Security, and Human Rights
• Access to Justice.

Required Skills and Experience

Minimum Education Requirements:
• A high school diploma (secondary education) is required.
• A university degree (undergraduate or bachelor's degree) in Engineering, Architecture, Administration, Public Management, or related fields from a higher education institution recognized by the Ministry of Education (MEC) will be given due consideration, but is not a requirement.

Minimum years of relevant professional experience:
• At least 7 years (for high school) or 4 years (for bachelor's degree) of professional experience in projects related to public sector projects, project management, and infrastructure project management, especially public works.

Required skills:
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Time management and planning skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and/or Outlook.

Desired skills, in addition to the competencies covered in the Skills section:
• Completed postgraduate degree (lato sensu or stricto sensu) in Construction Management, Infrastructure, Engineering, or related fields from a higher education institution recognized by the Ministry of Education (MEC);
• Experience using BIM and digital management tools in infrastructure projects.

Construction or related fields, including modeling, coordination, or project management, using compatible software such as MS Project, Power BI, Project Builder, etc.) to integrate projects, model risks, monitor schedules, and qualify decisions in the context of public infrastructure;
• Proven experience managing complex public infrastructure projects, including planning, execution, monitoring, and control of large-scale projects;
• Knowledge of legislation, public bidding processes (including RDC, integrated and contract-based contracting), contract execution oversight, and regulations generally applicable to public works;
• Experience in risk management applied to infrastructure projects and works, with an emphasis on identifying, analyzing, mitigating, and monitoring technical, financial, and operational risks.

Required Languages:
• Fluency in Portuguese is required.
• Intermediate knowledge of English is considered an asset.

. Travel

This position requires availability for frequent travel.

Travel costs will be covered by the project, in addition to a contribution towards accommodation, meals, and transportation.

Disclaimer

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