International Port Management Engineering Expert

International Port Management Engineering Expert | UNCTAD - United Nations Conference on Trade and Development

International Port Management Engineering Expert

UNCTAD - United Nations Conference on Trade and Development Remote | Geneva International CON level Speaks Spanish

Application deadline: March 25, 2026

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The International Port Management Engineering Expert will provide technical assistance to Argentina and Bolivia regarding port management and development. The consultant will analyze technical and engineering matters, conduct risk assessments, and prepare reports to enhance understanding of proposed alternatives. The role requires participation in technical meetings and consultations to strengthen the technical capacity of local teams. This position is based and spans from April to September 2026.

Candidate Requirements:

Advanced university degree in maritime/port management, Civil Engineering, or related field

At least 8 years of professional experience in programme management

Experience in technical and civil engineering or construction management

Desirable experience with ports and maritime tenders

Fluency in Spanish

Result of Service The consultant will provide technical assistance to Argentina in the framework of the Port of Buenos Aires concession, and to Bolivia on port development. Work Location based Expected duration

01.04.26 - 30.09.26

Duties and Responsibilities Under the supervision of the Chief of Human Resources Development Section/TrainForTrade and the Coordinator of the Spanish Speaking Network of the Port Management Programme, the consultant will contribute to the following tasks: 1. Provide technical assistance to Argentina in the framework of the concession of Port Buenos Aires. a. Identification of technical and engineering matters that may require analysis, and provision of related comments. b. Undertake a risk analysis of the concession project. c. Make recommendations based on best practices. d. Advise the Agencia Nacional de Puertos y Navegación (ANPYN) team on technical-assistance related matters to strengthen technical capacity. e. Attend preparatory technical meetings on line and in person as required. f. Conduct and respond to any necessary consultations and analyses related to the technical matters. g. Prepare technical assistance reports that contribute to a better understanding of the different proposed alternatives. 2. Provide technical assistance to Bolivia on port development in general and in particular on technical related matters[MJ1.1]. a. Identification of technical and engineering matters that may require analysis, and provision of related comments. b. Undertake a risk analysis of the concession project. c. Make recommendations based on best practices. d. Attend preparatory technical meetings on line and in person as required. e. Conduct and respond to any necessary consultations and analyses related to the technical matters. f. Prepare technical assistance reports that contribute to a better understanding of the different proposed alternatives. Qualifications/special skills An advanced university degree Master, in a subject related to maritime/port management sector, in Civil Engineering, Business Administration or related field is required. At least 8 years of professional experience in programme management, with responsibilities in technical and civil engineering or construction management, including the coordination of related activities is required. Experience with technical and civil engineering related matters in ports is desirable. Experience with maritime or port tenders' processes is desirable. Experience with the TrainForTrade Port Management Programme is desirable. Languages Fluency oral and written in Spanish is required. Additional Information Not available. No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

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Summary by Impactpool

The International Port Management Engineering Expert will provide technical assistance to Argentina and Bolivia regarding port management and development. The consultant will analyze technical and engineering matters, conduct risk assessments, and prepare reports to enhance understanding of proposed alternatives. The role requires participation in technical meetings and consultations to strengthen the technical capacity of local teams. This position is based and spans from April to September 2026.

Candidate Requirements:

Advanced university degree in maritime/port management, Civil Engineering, or related field

At least 8 years of professional experience in programme management

Experience in technical and civil engineering or construction management

Desirable experience with ports and maritime tenders

Fluency in Spanish

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