United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei- created under GA resolution 1990 (2011)
Land Surveyor
- Duty station
- Abyei
- UN system
- Secretariat
- Level
- CON
- Category
- Affiliate Personnel – Consultants/Individual Contractors
- Title
- Land Surveyor
- Organization
- United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei
- Work Location
- Abyei
- Expected duration
- initial period of 6 months
- Posted
- 7/21/2026, 4:00:00 AM
- Closes
- 7/29/2026, 3:59:59 AM
About this role
The Land Surveyor supports UNISFA’s infrastructure projects by providing precise geospatial data, conducting topographical and boundary surveys, and producing accurate maps essential for project planning and execution. The role involves field measurements, data processing, and collaboration with engineers and construction supervisors. Key responsibilities include conducting detailed topographic and boundary surveys for camps, roads, facilities, and utilities; preparing geo-referenced survey maps, profiles, and reports using tools like AutoCAD, GIS, Infraworks, and Global Mapper; and recording terrain data including elevations, contours, and land features. The incumbent assists in site layout, setting construction boundaries, and verifying project design alignments. The role also requires maintaining an updated digital database of all survey records, assisting with elevation of grounds and L profile sections for construction/repair works, and providing regular progress reports. The candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree in Land Surveying or Civil Engineering with formal surveying training and a minimum of 5 years of experience in land surveying and infrastructure projects. Proficiency in modern surveying equipment and software is required. Fluency in spoken and written English is mandatory. Prior UN or international field experience is desirable. The assignment is for an initial period of 6 months in Abyei.
Key requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Land Surveying or Civil Engineering
- Minimum 5 years experience in land surveying
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, GIS, etc.
Nice to have
- Prior UN or international field experience
Requirements at a glance
- Min. experience
- Minimum 5 years of experience in land surveying and infrastructure projects.
- Required degree
- Bachelor’s degree in Land Surveying or Civil Engineering with formal surveying training.
- Languages
- English
Result of Service
• Accurate and geo-referenced survey maps and digital data sets. • Survey reports and technical documentation. • Regular progress updates and recommendations. • Updated survey databases and records. • Site visits to construction sites to solve elevation problems
Work Location
Abyei
Expected duration
The duration of the assignment is for an initial period of 6 months.
Duties and Responsibilities
Summary: The Land Surveyor supports UNISFA’s infrastructure projects by providing precise geospatial data, conducting topographical and boundary surveys, and producing accurate maps essential for project planning and execution. This role involves field measurements, data processing, and collaboration with engineers and construction supervisors, Equipment Operators, and manual workers teams. Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct detailed topographic and boundary surveys for camps, roads, facilities, and utilities.
- Prepare geo-referenced survey maps, profiles, and reports using tools like AutoCAD, GIS, Infraworks, and Global Mapper.
- Record terrain data including elevations, contours, and land features.
- Assist in site layout, setting construction boundaries, and verifying project design alignments.
- Engage junior survey staff and collaborate with external surveyors.
- Maintain an updated digital database of all survey records.
- Assist with elevation of grounds and L profile section for the construction/repair of roads, drainage and helipad works
- Provide regular progress reports and recommend solutions to survey challenges.
- Support emergency survey needs and contributes to cost estimates for survey-related works.
- Perform such other tasks as assigned by Chief Engineer
Qualifications/special skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Land Surveying or Civil Engineering with formal surveying training.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in land surveying and infrastructure projects.
- Proficient in modern surveying equipment and software (AutoCAD, GIS, etc.).
- Prior UN or international field experience is desirable. Minimum 5 years of experience in land surveying and infrastructure projects. Prior UN or international field experience is desirable. Proficient in modern surveying equipment and software (AutoCAD, GIS, etc.).
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the UN Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in spoken and written English 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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