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A diplomatic mission is a group of individuals representing a State or an international intergovernmental organization (like the United Nations) in another State. Essentially, it’s the office of a country’s diplomatic representatives in the capital of another country. While a diplomatic mission serves the country it’s located in, it can also act as a permanent non-resident mission to other countries. Therefore, there are both resident and non-resident embassies.

Architect – All Interested Candidates – Senegal

Job Description

Under the supervision of the Facility Manager, the Architect is the technical lead for the Facility Management (FM) section. Working alongside skilled craftsmen, they are responsible for maintaining the building systems of the new Embassy complex, including internal and external components. Oversees the design and project management of sustainment, modernization, repair, building improvement, alteration, expansion, or restoration projects. Reviews Statements of Work (SOWs) and construction documents to ensure designs meet compliance standards, are functional, and within budget. Acts as the Contracting Officer Representative (COR), Government Technical Monitor (GTM), or equivalent for post-installation contracts. Enforces all safety regulations in postal facilities and residential properties.

Qualifications and Assessments

Requirements:

EXPERIENCE:

Must have a minimum of five years of experience as a Project Architect in a large hotel complex, hospital, office complex, large university/school system, or a similar building complex. Must have experience managing a preventative maintenance program using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to track service requests and expenditures. The candidate must demonstrate career progression with increasing responsibilities, including developing scopes of work, construction documents (plans and specifications), and cost estimates for new construction projects, building repairs, equipment overhauls, and equipment replacement schedules.

The candidate’s experience must include at least one year of supervisory experience.

LANGUAGE:

English Level IV (fluent) is required to translate local technical information, contractual documents, and correspondence from the local language into English for the Facility Manager.

French level IV is required to communicate with local contractors and other LE staff.

Training requirements:

EDUCATION:

Bachelor of Science, or equivalent, in architecture or architectural engineering or a similar architectural degree. The program of study must: (1) be in a school of architecture with at least one program of study accredited or equivalent by the National Architecture Accreditation Board (NAAB) or the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET), or an equivalent architecture or engineering board in the host country, as a professional program of study in architecture.

AWARENESS:

Must be knowledgeable in the principles of developing specific planning objectives, milestones, and phases for simple to complex projects, and making necessary innovations and modifications. Must have the ability to guide and evaluate the efforts of the architectural/engineering (A/E) and construction contractor and assess technical and project progress against established schedules and allocated resources.

Must be familiar with various types of local building contractors and supply stores that may provide materials and/or services. Must have detailed technical knowledge to lead a multi-disciplinary team performing facility condition assessment inspections. Must have knowledge of design and construction practices with U.S. Building Codes and Specifications; in-depth professional knowledge of architectural design calculations and criteria; preparation of construction drawings and specifications. Must be able to prepare Statements of Work (SOWs), cost estimates, and draft and design computer-aided designs in AutoCAD.

Reviews:

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Must be able to read and interpret construction drawings and other construction documents. The Architect must use CADD technology to create plans as part of Building Information Modeling (BIM). Must have strong computer skills, able to use and navigate Microsoft Office software suite including MS Word, Office, Excel, database entry, Auto CAD, and MS Project. Must be proficient in architectural drafting, project management software, preparing and maintaining daily construction inspection logs, be able to review coordination design drawings for code compliance, and have the ability to create construction cost estimates and provide briefings to the Facilities Manager, Management Consultant, and other stakeholders on architectural and planning matters.

Must be proficient in writing detailed and concise written reports in English for the Facility Manager. Ability to lift and carry tools, equipment or parts, maximum weight 25 kilos. Must have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to handle a heavy workload and multiple tasks simultaneously. Must be highly organized. A strong ability to work independently, with impeccable integrity, strong initiative, good judgment, and maintain confidentiality.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO): The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.

Qualifications:

All candidates considered will be required to pass medical and security certifications.

Benefits and Other Information

Benefits: Detailed benefits will be discussed at the time of interview.

Advantages of the agency:

Locally employed personnel, including members of household (MOH) and third-country nationals (TCN), working at the U.S. Mission in Dakar, Senegal, may receive compensation that may include health, separation, and other benefits.

For EFMs, benefits should be discussed with the human resources office.

The salary plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR department.

Other information:

HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants in the following hiring preference categories will be given a hiring preference in the order listed below. It is therefore essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application. Failure to do so may result in the applicant being determined not to be eligible for a hiring preference.

ORDER OF HIRING PREFERENCE:

1. AEFM/USEFM who is a US Veteran eligible for preferences*

2. AEFM/USEFM

3. FS in CNP and CS with re-employment rights **

* IMPORTANT: Applicants claiming preference-eligible U.S. Veteran status must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (“Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty”), equivalent documentation, or certification. A “certification” is any written document from the Armed Forces that certifies that the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty in the Armed Forces under honorable conditions within 120 days of the applicant’s submission of the certification. The certification letter must be on the letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the dates of military service, including the expected date of release or discharge; and (2) the nature of the service. Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for preference to be granted.

** This preference level applies to all Foreign Service employees on CNP and CS with re-employment rights in their agency or office.

For more information (i.e. what is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH, etc.?) and additional employment considerations, please visit the lien following .

How to Apply

How to register:

To apply, click on the “Apply for this vacancy” tab at the top of the ad, create an account, select the ad number DAKAR-2024-033 Architect and complete the online application.

Required documents:

Please provide the required documents listed below with your application:

• • • Copy of order/assignment notification (or equivalent)

• • • Residence and/or work permit (if applicable)

• • • DD-214 – Copy of Member 4, Veterans Affairs letter or other supporting document (if applicable)

Next steps:

Candidates invited to take a language or skills test, or selected for an interview, will be contacted by email.

For further information – the complete job description listing all duties, responsibilities, required qualifications, etc. can be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Office.

Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Dakar, Senegal.

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