Movement Control Assistant (Local Consultant)

Logistics & Procurement

Overview

Provide logistics and movement control support efficiently

You have:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Training in the planning, coordination and control of at least two modes of transportation is required.
• A current IATA dangerous goods certificate is required.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in movement control, multi-modal transportation, airline operations, logistics management or a related field is required.
• Experience in the use of IATA rules and procedures for the transportation of dangerous goods is required.
• Experience in quality management is desirable.
• Knowledge of SAP is desirable.
• Experience in international operations in a post conflict environment is desirable.
• Fluency in oral and written English is required.

Result of Service Effective and efficient delivery of logistics and movement control support in the region.

Work Location El Obeid

Expected duration This consultancy is for an initial duration of six months with the possibility of further extension subject to requirements and fund availability.

Duties and Responsibilities This position is with the United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA) and located in El Obeid, Sudan. The Movement Control Assistant will report to the Leader of the El Obeid Cell and be under the overall supervision of the Chief of Movement Control Unit.

Within delegated authority, the Movement Control Assistant will carry out the following duties:

• Develops passenger and cargo load plans.
• Ensures that dangerous goods are transported in accordance with the applicable international Dangerous Goods Regulations.
• Manages and coordinates troop passenger and COE movements including immigration processing. Covid protocols, customs clearance, specifying carriers, routes of movement, transit times, service levels.
• Facilitates contacts with local authorities responsible for travel-related immigration and customs issues.
• Assists with the planning and execution of military and police contingent troop and COE movements.
• Liaises and coordinates with military and police personnel for military and police contingent troop and COE movements.
• Drafts Movement Orders.
• Collects movement information and defines requirements.
• Coordinates non-scheduled mission flights.
• Prepares operational reports and related statistical data.
• Reviews and distributes manifests.
• Provides multi-modal movement control support.
• Plans, prioritizes, coordinates and monitors assigned movement tasks and responsibilities.
• Allocates and delegates tasks as required to supporting MovCon elements and staff.
• Provides assistance to Procurement, Security and Logistics Units and Sections.

• Performs other related duties as required.

  Qualifications/special skills Competency:

Professionalism: Sound knowledge of all modes of transport. Thorough knowledge of Movement Control related procedures and related safety requirements; knowledge of International Rules and Regulations for the movement of cargo and personnel by air and sea, including safety procedures; ability to work independently in managing difficult and time sensitive situations as well as conflicting priorities; proven analytical and evaluative skills. Shows pride in work and in achievements; Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations; Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.

Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; Places team agenda before personal agenda; Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be 'clients' and seeks to see things from clients' point of view; Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; Identifies clients' needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients' environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

Academic Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent is required. Training in the planning, coordination and control of at least two modes of transportation is required. A current IATA dangerous goods certificate is required. A valid driver’s license is required.

Experience: A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in movement control, multi-modal transportation, airline operations, logistics management or a related field is required.

Experience in the use of IATA rules and procedures for the transportation of dangerous goods is required.

Experience in quality management is desirable.

Knowledge of SAP is desirable.

Experience in international operations in a post conflict environment is desirable.

Language: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations. For this position, fluency in oral and written English is required.

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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