Org. Setting and Reporting

This position is located within the Movement Control Section in the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUSCO). The Movement Control Officer will be based in Goma. The Movement Control Officer reports to the Chief of the Section of Movement Control.

Responsibilities

Within delegated authority, the Movement Control Officer will carry out the following duties: • Develops, implements, and manages the operational output of the Movement Control Section at Mission-Level; • Monitors all activities related to the movement of cargo and personnel throughout the Mission area. • Provides assistance and technical advice in all aspects of transportation, including goods requiring special handling. • Advises Mission civilian personnel and Military/Police Contingents on all movement-related matters. • Plans and coordinates the movement of Military/Police Contingents personnel and cargo using all modes of transport. • Conducts reconnaissance and prepares reports on the suitability of use of routes, staging areas, ports, airfields, and road, and rail transshipment points as and when required. • Conduct inspection of vessels and containers and movement-related matters in support of the MONUSCO mandate. • Coordinates with other UN agencies, Non-Government and Government Agencies for movement-related matters in support of the MONUSCO mandate. • Ensures that safe, efficient, and economical movement support is provided to meet the operational and administrative requirements of the Mission. • Develops, implements, and manages Movements Control Quality Control programme and Contingency Plans. • Develops, implements, and manages the Movements Control internal audit programme. • Develops SOPs and makes recommendations for risk reductions and quality/cost improvements. • Establishes and monitors Section performance standards; improves the overall service quality/operational standards. • Develops, implements and manages the Movements Control Training and Development Programme. • Identifies, analyses, and monitors movements control activities that may affect the safety of the UN aviation activities. • Develops, reviews, and maintains the movement elements of the Mission Evacuation Plan and Emergency Response Plan. • Develops, implements, and manages the Movements Control Budget and Finance Plan. • Prepares Movements Control annual budget submission. • Develops, monitors, and implements invoice and budget expenditure tracking. • Monitors Movements Control compliance with the UN financial requirements. • Monitors budget expenditures and submissions of quarterly financial reports. • Monitors the delivery of staff annual performance assessments. • Manages the allocation and rotation of appropriate work assignments. • Develops, implements, and manages staff recruitment activities. • Develops, implements, and manages Movements Control Key Performance Indicators. • Monitors Section Staffing Table and maintains accurate organization chart and staffing. • Develops, implements and monitors staff duty travel including travel for training, in-mission travel and out-of-mission travel. • Develops and implements Movements Control Contracts Management Programme. • Develops, implements, and manages contracts governance and compliance procedures. • Prepares Scopes of Work for commercial transportation, customs clearance, and freight forwarding services • Develops, implements, and manages Not To Exceed monitoring procedure for Section contracts; • Monitors contractor compliance. • Performs other related duties as required.

Competencies

Professionalism Good knowledge of all modes of transport. Good knowledge of movement control-related processing and safety requirements; knowledge of UN rules, regulations, and aviation 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 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. Planning and Organizing Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; Identifies priority activities and assignments; Adjusts priorities as required; Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; Uses time efficiently. Accountability Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honors commitments; Delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within the prescribed time, cost, and quality standards; Operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; Supports subordinates, provides oversight, and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; Takes personal responsibility for his/her shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable. Managing Performance Delegates the appropriate responsibility, accountability, and decision-making authority; Makes sure that roles, responsibilities, and reporting lines are clear to each staff member; Accurately judges the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task and matches task to skills; Monitors progress against milestones and deadlines; Regularly discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching to staff; Encourages risk-taking and supports creativity and initiative; Actively supports the development and career aspirations of staff; Appraises performance fairly.

Education

An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent, preferably in Logistics/Transport Management/Supply Chain Management or Business Administration is required. A first-level university degree in combination with 2 additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Job – Specific Qualification

Certification and experience in transporting Dangerous Goods by air and sea are required.

Work Experience

A minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible professional experience in administration and management of transportation operations with an emphasis on large-scale air and sea transportation, movement control, multi-modal transportation, airline operations, logistics management, or a related field is required. At least 3 years at the supervisory level are required. Supervisory, managerial, and decision-making experience is required Experience in building and managing teams and creating an enabling work environment is required. Experience in ship surveying and container inspection is required Experience in planning, coordinating, or controlling large-scale, complicated unit and cargo movements supporting peacekeeping operations and military operations is desirable. Experience in the post-conflict countries is desirable. At least 4 years of experience in a UN Common System or a comparable international organization is desirable.

Languages

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

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

Special Notice

This job opening is to identify the most qualified candidate for the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUSCO). Candidates endorsed by the FCRB but not selected will be placed on the MOVEMENT CONTROL OFFICER – P4 roster. The entire assessment process takes an average of six months; all applicants will be notified in writing of the outcome of their application (whether successful or unsuccessful) within 14 days of the conclusion of the process. Successful candidates will be placed on the roster and subsequently will be invited to apply for field mission vacancies open only to roster members. Roster membership does not guarantee selection. Appointment or assignment against this position is for an initial period of one year. The appointment or assignment and renewal thereof are subject to the availability of the post or funds, budgetary approval or extension of the mandate. The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.

United Nations Considerations

According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on “Manuals” in the “Help” tile of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

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