Within delegated authority, the Chief Transport Officer manages the provision of the surface motor transport support in UNIFIL, which includes the United Nations-Owned Equipment and commercial transportation services. Within delegated authority, the Chief Transport Officer manages the provision of the surface motor transport support in UNIFIL, which includes the United Nations Owned Equipment and commercial transportation services. Participates in the development and implementation of the Vehicle Establishment Program in accordance with the decisions of the Mission Vehicle Establishment Committee (VEC) and the current Department of Operational Support (DOS) policies and directives on the acquisition, receipt, distribution, maintenance, utilization, and disposal of the surface transport fleet. Participates in the development and implementation of UNIFIL Vehicle Acquisition / Replacement / Maintenance Plans and Active Road Accident Prevention and Road Safety Programs in order to ensure that UNIFIL fleet is optimized to meet operational requirements. Oversees the implementation of the Driving Test Program in UNIFIL and monitors that staff is issued with UN driving permits in order to ensure that all vehicle users have minimum driving skills and understand host country road rules and regulations. Ensures inventory control and supervises physical annual checks of vehicles and equipment. Develops and implements standard operating procedures for surface transport operations in UNIFIL. Participates in the development of the Transport Section’s annual budget proposals, Training Plan with training courses, workshops and other related training activities. Coordinates acquisition process with the relevant Sections under the Supply Chain Management pillar and supervises preparation of performance reports and responses to internal and external audit observations. Determines technical specifications for goods and services under the category management of Transport, reviews responses to bids, and conducts technical evaluations to ensure that vendor proposals meet technical requirements. Oversees contracts for the provision of Transport-Related goods and services and evaluates vendors’ performance in coordination with the Contracts Performance Evaluation Unit (CPEU) of the Acquisition Management Section. Ensures that quality control/quality assurance procedures are implemented and that plans and work processes comply with the established regulatory regime and supervises diagnostic and fault finding, road testing and vehicle recovery. Ensures that the UN vehicles are used in accordance with the UN regulations and rules and that vehicle usage data are correctly recorded. Ensures the accuracy and validity of data recorded in the management information systems. Participates in various UNIFIL administrative bodies such as the Local Committee on Contracts (LCC), VEC, Tender Opening Committee, Local Property Survey Board (LPSB), Road Safety Committee, and Boards of Inquiry (BOI), as nominated. Establishes and coordinates the individual annual work plans and staffing tables, sets work standards, supervises the Section’s personnel, and evaluates their performance. Ensures the Section’s compliance with the UN policies on workplace safety and environmental protection. Liaises with UN agencies, non-governmental organizations, intergovernmental agencies, and suppliers to provide surface transport support. Provides technical expertise on Contingent Own Equipment (COE) and safety inspections. Ensures that transportation equipment is returned in good working order on check-out by the outgoing personnel. Ensures sufficient stock of light and heavy vehicle spare parts, monitors warehouse records and prepares financial and budget summaries, in accordance with established procedures and deadlines, and pursues the reduction of obsolete/unnecessary items. Analyzes transportation requests and supervises route planning and reconnaissance. Monitors monthly mileage and fuel consumption reports for UN-owned vehicles and supervises maintenance and repair of UN-owned vehicles in accordance with the vehicle manufacturer’s standards for the automotive electrical systems, including Electronic Vehicle Monitoring System (EVMS), air conditioning system, suspension system, braking system (including ABS system), and bodywork and painting. Carries out Certifying Officer responsibilities, as required.

Requirements: 

Education

High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Job – Specific Qualification

A valid driver’s license is required. Technical or vocational certificate in mechanical engineering, transportation, logistics or other related fields is desirable. Successful completion of the United Nations ‘Senior Transport Staff (STS)’ training and the United Nations is desirable. Senior Mission and Administrative Resource Training (SMART) is desirable.

Work Experience

A minimum of 12 years of progressively responsible experience in motor vehicle transport operations management or a related area is required. The minimum years of relevant experience are reduced to 7 years for candidates who possess a first-level university degree. Experience in international operations in a post-conflict environment is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of Arabic is desirable.