The Human Resource Department - ODPEM

The Human Resource Department
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“ People - Our Greatest Asset ”
The island’s Disaster Management Agency is seeking an individual to join its team in the
capacity of:
Technical Field & Engineering Contractor
For the
Democracy & Government (D&G) Fund Partnership Programme Support
Under the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA) Programme
Objective:
The main objective of this Contract to procure the service of a qualified and experienced
Technical Field & Engineering Contractor to work with the ODPEM /BDRC project; its key
partners and other stakeholders to effectively and efficiently carry out the duties as stated
below.
Background:
The Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) has engaged
over 60 communities and a wide range of technical agencies and local governance systems in
the last 10 years in an effort to build disaster resiliency at all levels in Jamaican society –
national, parish and community. Working with a number of technical agencies, ODPEM has
implemented a number of projects along the risk management spectrum across the length and
breadth of the island. The Building Disaster Resilient Communities (BDRC) Project, funded
by the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA), has strengthened the disaster
response and management capabilities of the residents in over 28 communities.
Under the BDRC Project 22 Community Micro Disaster Projects have been identified, of
which at least 14 require structural works to be completed between April - September 2011.
Additionally, a number of community proposals have been submitted to the Canadian
Caribbean Disaster Risk Management Fund for grant funding to implement community-based
mitigation solutions. Many of these applications, though viable, require technical inputs in
order to qualify to proceed further in the application process. Many of these communitybased
applications are heavily reliant on government agencies, which have a number of
competing interests, are now stalled in the application process. The BDRC has also initiated
a process for developing an Integrated Coastal Zone Management Strategy/Plan for St. Mary,
which may be expanded to include the North-Eastern Region of Jamaica. An expected output
of the process is identification of Early Actions that may require independent technical advice
for developing these action items into project proposals for funding.

This contract will strengthen the technical capacity of the ODPEM/BDRC for the monitoring
and evaluation component of mitigation projects for the BDRC Project and to provide
dedicated technical support for Canada Caribbean Disaster Risk Management Fund
(CCDRMF)applications from the selected communities. It will also provide support to the
ODPEM Disaster Risk Management Specialist in providing independent advice and expertise
as ODPEM /BDRC works with the St. Mary Parish Council and their partners in the
development of an Integrated Coastal Zone Management Plan for the Parish.
Contract Objectives:
The primary purpose of the contract is to provide technical input, direction and oversight for
the ODPEM/BDRC in developing and implementing:
1. Twenty-eight (28) Community Micro Disaster Mitigation Projects submitted to
ODPEM for implementation under the BDRC Project.
2. Six (6) BDRC Community applications for funding by the CCDRMF.
3. Integrated Coastal Zone Management Plan for Northern and Eastern Parishes
Technical input is considered to include, but is not limited to, engineering drawings,
preparation of Bill of Quantities, as well as technical assessments and advice.
Duration
The contract will begin on July 1, 2011 for a six-month period ending November 30, 2011,
with an option to renew should the project be extended.
Contractor Duties
The Contractor shall be required to carry out the following duties:
1. Provide and document technical evaluation and recommendations for all Community
Micro Disaster Mitigation Projects (MDMP) to be funded under Component III of the
BDRC Project.
2. Provide technical oversight/guidance in implementing each MDMP. This may
require concurring with and documenting the guidance offered through partner
organizations such as the Parish Council and other technical agencies such as NWA
and WRA.
3. Conduct site visits and field assessments for Community MDMPs.
4. Assessment and technical Appraisal of projects
5. Supervision of projects and site inspection

6. Responsible for sign off of projects and payments.
7. Identification assessing and technical appraisal of projects
8. Identification and assessment for future mitigation projects.
9. Provide timely feedback to the Project Unit, through the Project Coordinator and/or
Senior Director-Projects, on the status, challenges and way forward for each project.
10. Prepare technical drawings and Bill of Quantities for gabions, footbridges, railings,
culverts/drains, raised foundations, foundations for storage containers, signage,
installation of flood gauges and other structural works, as required.
11. Be able to assess blueprints and technical drawings, provide cost-benefit analyses,
conduct environmental assessments and provide other technical competencies.
12. Facilitate liaison with requisite technical organization in developing or implementing
the Community Disaster Mitigation Project.
13. Provide monthly reports on the status of the project development and/or
implementation for community mitigation projects endorsed by ODPEM/BDRC.
14. The contractor shall be responsible for the costs associated with travelling to the field.
ODPEM/BDRC will however cover the cost of accommodation under the BDRC
Project. There are limited funds for accommodation.
Qualifications:
The selected contractor shall have the following qualifications:
1. Each consultant (if a team /company) should have minimum of a first degree in Civil
Engineering or a related degree.
2. Experience working with Parish Councils, quasi-government agencies, NGOs and
International Development Partners considered an asset.
3. Experience working with communities considered an asset.
4. Proven experience in implementing technical aspects of civil engineering,
construction or urban planning projects.
5. Effective communication skills and ability to work with a wide range of persons at
various levels.
6. Strong reporting and documentation skills, including proven ability to prepare
technical assessments for structural works.

Please apply in writing along with a detailed resume no later than 29, 2011 to the: -
Director of Human Resource Management
ODPEM
2 – 4 Haining Road
Kingston 5
We thank all applicants, however only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.