JOB DESCRIPTION

The Assistant (Log Info Sys Mgt and Admin) is responsible for the operation of the Logistics Information System (LIS) within LANDCOM. The incumbent is responsible for monitoring and operating LOGFAS and for providing training and advice on its operation.

2. Principal Duties
The incumbent’s duties are:

Responsible for the data integrity of LOGFAS and for development of reports and returns.

Responsible for the Logistics Information System (LIS) within LANDCOM and, as required, supported formations, the management and handling of all logistics information and serves as the principle technical advisor related to all LOGFAS matters in general.

Directs and supervises the implementation of LOGFAS within G4 branches and additionally in supported formations during exercises and missions.

Acts as G4 Reporting Officer and establishes and maintains the required reporting procedures within the G4 Division during exercises and missions.

Plans and executes LOGFAS training sessions for the G4 Division and additionally for sub-ordinate formations in preparation of exercises and missions as required.

Provides assistance to all meetings and conferences conducted by G4 Division.

3. Special Requirements and Additional Duties
The employee may be required to perform a similar range of duties elsewhere within the organisation at the same grade without there being any change to the contract

The incumbent may be required to undertake operation deployments in support of military operations and exercises and/or TDY assignments both within and without NATO’s boundaries. Such operational requirement may exceed 30 days duration up to 183 days in any period of 547 days, and may be on short notice. For NATO International Civilian Staff, acceptance of an employment contract linked to this post constitutes agreement to deploy in excess of 30 days if required.

The work is normally performed in a Normal NATO office working environment.

Normal Working Conditions apply.

The risk of injury is categorised as No Risk.

4. Essential Qualifications
a. Professional/Experience
(1) Application support

The provision of application maintenance and support services, either directly to users of the systems or to service delivery functions. Support typically includes investigation and resolution of issues and may also include performance monitoring. Issues may be resolved by providing advice or training to users, by devising corrections (permanent or temporary) for faults, making general or site-specific modifications, updating documentation, manipulating data, or defining enhancements Support often involves close collaboration with the system’s developers and/or with colleagues specialising in different areas, such as Database administration or Network support.

Skill Level (Apply)

Identifies and resolves issues with applications, following agreed procedures. Uses application management software and tools to collect agreed performance statistics. Carries out agreed applications maintenance tasks.

(2) Military Logistics (General)

Activities that involve logistics management. Participates in the overall planning, organizing, and directing of programmes, services, and support activities carried out through all logistics functions. Develops plans and policy guidance to implement logistics management programs. Directs and administers a positive management- oriented logistics management programme.

Skill Level (Assist)

Works under routine direction. Uses limited discretion in resolving issues or enquiries. Works without frequent reference to others. Interacts with and may influence immediate colleagues. May have some external contact with customers, suppliers and partners. May have more influence in own domain. Performs a range of work activities in varied environments. May contribute to routine issue resolution. Understands and uses appropriate methods, tools and applications. Demonstrates a rational and organised approach to work. Identifies and negotiates own development opportunities. Has sufficient communication skills for effective dialogue with customers, suppliers and partners. Is able to work in a team. Is able to plan, schedule and monitor own work within short time horizons. Absorbs new information when it is presented systematically and applies it effectively.

b. Education/Training
(auto-generated based on the grade and the NATO Occupational Codes)

Higher Secondary education and intermediate vocational training in logistics, transport or related discipline which might lead to a formal qualification with 2 years experience, or Secondary education and completed advanced vocational training in that discipline leading to a professional qualification or professional accreditation with 4 years post related experience.

The additional job specific qualifications and experience is described under Professional/Experience paragraph (4/a). In case of ambiguity the required job specific experience have priority over the standard education and training levels and experience described here.

c. Language
English – SLP 3333 – (Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing)

NOTE: The work both oral and written in this post and in this Headquarters as a whole is conducted mainly in English.

d. NATO Occupational Codes
50643F – Application support

5M4A – Military Logistics (General)

5. Desirable Qualifications
a. Professional Experience
Previous NATO experience.

b. Education/Training
• LOGFAS Sustainment Planning and Distribution course (SPM/SDM Operator) (LOG-LG-36944) provided by NATO Communications and Information Academy (NCI Academy)

• LOGFAS Fundamentals and Data Operator Course (LOGFAS FDO) (LOG-LG-26938) provided by NATO Communications and Information Academy (NCI Academy)

• LOGFAS Strategic Deployment and Movements Planning Advanced Course (ADAMS Advanced Operator) (LOG-LG-46942) provided by NATO Communications and Information Academy (NCI Academy)

• LOGFAS Movement Execution and Coordination Advanced course (EVE Advanced Operator) (LOG-LG-46943) provided by NATO Communications and Information Academy (NCI Academy)

c. Language
None specified

6. Attributes/Competencies
a. Personal Attributes
The incumbent must be able to work with little or no supervision within the constraints of NATO/ACO policies. Therefore, integrity is a key asset of his/her personality. Provides direction, guidance, advice and instruction to other users and supported formations. Demands good interpersonal and communication skills as well as maturity, poise, diplomacy and tactfulness. The incumbent must display motivation, initiative, identification with management objectives, and capabilities for planning, organising, coordinating and controlling a variety of activities. Must be able to travel regularly on temporary duty and must be deployable to a combat environment.

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements