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| Organization | United Nations Office for Project Services |
| Job Title | Lead Biomedical Engineer |
| Seniority Level | Mid Level |
| Job Category | Engineer |
| Duty station | Kassala |
| Contract type | ICA – LICA – Specialist – Retainer |
| Contract level | LICA 10 |
| Duration | One year. extendable depending on performance and availability of fund |
| Application End Date | 08-Jul-2026 |
This is a unique opportunity to apply specialized biomedical engineering expertise to critical health infrastructure projects in Sudan, contributing directly to improved public health outcomes and community well-being. The role offers significant scope for independent project management, policy adaptation, and authoritative technical advice within a dynamic humanitarian and development context, fostering professional growth and impactful contributions within the UN system.
The UNOPS Africa Regional Office, based in Nairobi, Kenya, oversees the delivery of over 250 projects across 40 countries, with a focus on fragile and conflict-affected settings. Supported by more than 1,000 personnel across five multi-country offices—spanning North, West, Central, Eastern and Southern Africa, and the Horn of Africa—the office advances national priorities through strategic initiatives in Climate Action, Health, Infrastructure, Peace and Security, Middle-Income Country Support, and Small Island Developing States (SIDS). The Regional Office provides strategic leadership, operational support, and oversight in key areas including Partnerships, Communications, Management and Oversight, Infrastructure and Project Management, Health and Safety, and Security. By promoting excellence in project delivery, fostering knowledge sharing, and driving continuous improvement, the office contributes to sustainable infrastructure, transparent resource management, and a better quality of life for communities across the continent.
Based in Addis Ababa, the Horn of Africa Multi-Country Office (HAMCO) delivers project management, procurement, and infrastructure services across Djibouti, Ethiopia, South Sudan, and Sudan, with a primary focus on health, agriculture, and economic development. Established in 2009, HAMCO partners with governments and development stakeholders to implement impactful, results-driven initiatives that contribute to sustainable development. Since 2024, new projects have been aimed at expanding access to healthcare, education, energy, and livelihoods, particularly in underserved and conflict-affected regions. HAMCO also provides human resource management services, supporting the effective implementation of development initiatives. Key efforts include equipping research facilities, strengthening education and health systems, building vaccine research capacity, and enhancing resilience in communities affected by crisis. Through these interventions, HAMCO contributes to inclusive growth, regional stability, and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) across the Horn of Africa.
Established in 2005, UNOPS Sudan is a key partner in advancing community well-being through infrastructure, procurement, and project management services that support humanitarian, recovery, and sustainable development efforts. UNOPS contributes to improved access to clean water, supports peacekeeping operations, and assists in implementing the 2020 Juba Peace Agreement by helping operationalize the Permanent Ceasefire Committee for Darfur in collaboration with UNITAMS. Ongoing initiatives focus on enhancing access to water and strengthening health services across the country, with particular efforts in Kassala state to expand diagnostic capacity and upgrade healthcare infrastructure. Through these projects, UNOPS supports stability, resilience, and improved living conditions for communities across Sudan.
This position operates within the UNOPS Sudan Project Office, a key partner in advancing community well-being through infrastructure, procurement, and project management services that support humanitarian, recovery, and sustainable development efforts. The role specifically focuses on providing technical expertise and project support within the health portfolio, covering needs assessments, health infrastructure implementations, equipment specifications and installation support, and health-related capacity-building efforts. This work contributes to improving access to public health in the region, particularly in Kassala state, by expanding diagnostic capacity and upgrading healthcare infrastructure.
Under the supervision of The Project Manager, The Lead Biomedical Engineer role is to provide technical expertise and project support within the health portfolio, covering needs assessments, health infrastructure implementations, equipment specifications and installation support, and health-related capacity-building efforts.
Needs Assessments and Evaluation
Medical Equipment Specification and Cost Estimates
Technical Support
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