General Maintenance Technician

Deadline for Applications March 31, 2026 Hardship Level (not applicable for home-based) B Family Type (not applicable for home-based) Non Family Staff Member / Affiliate Type UNOPS LICA2 Target Start Date 2026-04-01 Terms of Reference a. Operational Context: After more than three decades of political turmoil and armed conflict that profoundly affected its population, Iraq is gradually emerging into a period of relative stability. The country is making progress towards sustainable development, including efforts to resolve protracted displacement. Iraq continues to host significant numbers of refugees and asylum-seekers and pursues an inclusive policy that enables their access to national services. Despite these advances, substantial humanitarian and development needs persist. As of the end of 2025, Iraq generously hosts more than 348,600 refugees and asylum-seekers, of whom 88 per cent are Syrian nationals. Approximately 80 per cent of this population resides in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI). While most refugees and asylum-seekers live in urban and peri-urban areas, around 30 per cent continue to reside in nine refugee camps nationwide. Iraq also continues to have large numbers of internally displaced people (IDPs), including some 102,000 IDPs who live in IDP camps. In this evolving context, UNHCR in Iraq has transitioned from a humanitarian response to an approach that increasingly supports development-oriented solutions. UNHCR works closely with the Government of Iraq and partners to support refugees and asylum-seekers in accessing protection, public services such as education and healthcare, and economic opportunities, while also advancing durable solutions for both refugees and IDPs. Accordingly, UNHCR’s Multi-Year Strategy (2025–2029) envisions that forcibly displaced populations in Iraq will have enhanced access to legal protection, inclusive and quality basic and protection services within national systems and improved economic opportunities. b. Desired Candidate Profile: • Minimum 2-3 years of experience working with UN or UNHCR partners in facility/building maintenance. • Experience in generator operations, monitoring, and coordination of scheduled maintenance activities. • Strong knowledge of electrical systems (panels, wiring, breakers, lighting), plumbing systems (pumps, pipelines, sanitation), and basic mechanical systems. • Experience in maintaining rooftop water tanks, booster pumps, fuel storage systems, and emergency power systems. • Basic familiarity with ICT cabling and network troubleshooting in coordination with ICT teams. • Ability to conduct routine inspections, identify faults, and perform immediate corrective actions efficiently. Language Requirement: • Kurdish is required. • Knowledge of English and/or Arabic is an asset. c. Instructions for applicants: - When completing the application, candidates are required to list all of their language skills – including their mother tongue. The three broad levels are A1/A2 ("Basic User"), B1/B2 ("Independent User"), and C1/C2 ("Proficient User"). - Shortlisted candidates might be required to undergo a written test. - Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Standard Job Description Required Languages Kurdish , , Desired Languages , , Additional Qualifications Skills Education Certifications Work Experience Other information This position doesn't require a functional clearance Remote No Important notice: Please note that UNHCR does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, meeting, travelling, processing or training). Read about how to avoid scams and fraudulent job offers. 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