Transport Assistant (Mechanic)

• EUCAP

  Vacancy for National Staff LM028 Transport Assistant (Mechanic)

  Duty Station: Mogadishu Availability: As soon as possible Post Category: Technical

  Group Classification: 4

  Reporting Line:

  The Transport Assistant (Mechanic) will be under the direct supervision of Head of General Support Section and will report directly to him/her.

  Main Tasks and Responsibilities:

• To monitor outsourced and to conduct maintenance and repair of EUCAP vehicles in accordance with the vehicle manufactures standards;
• To ensure the transport system within the area of responsibility;
• To monitoring the fleet fuel accountability, damages to the vehicles, road accidents and insurance cover;
• To input and maintain vehicle information and data in the electronically Fleet management System;
• To manage the spare parts and keep required stock levels;
• To support and assist in the preparation of reports and makes recommendations as necessary on various transport matters within her/his area of competence;
• To support and assist in maintaining a data base for cost-control/analysis, scheduling of services/repairs and ensures tracking of reimbursements of repairs after accidents;
• To provide support on transport related matters to mission members during the trips to the fields;
• To update and maintain vehicle related assets in the asset management software;
• To support market survey process;
• To provide required documents and perform necessary checks for invoice verification, and contract management;
• To submit reports in his/her field of responsibility;
• To be available to participate in field trips across the Mission area (Somalia,) as required;
• To take account of gender equality and human rights aspects in the execution of tasks;
• To undertake any other related task as requested by the Line Manager.
  

  Essential Qualifications and Experience:

• Successful completion of secondary education attested by a certificate; AND
• After having fulfilled the education requirements, a minimum of 3 years of professional experience in a relevant field of work.
  

  Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proficiency in car maintenance and repairs;
• Proficiency in use of standard maintenance related software and data entry processes, knowledge of logistics databases and inventory procedures;
• Good English writing and editing skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and the Internet;
• Good communication and analytical skills in both written and spoken English; must be able to express him/herself clearly and concisely in written and oral form;
• Good language skills in the Local Native language;
• Honesty and integrity; strong sense of confidentiality and discretion in dealing with staff-related matters and financial issues;
• Proven interpersonal skills and the ability to harmoniously work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic team with sensitivity and respect for diversity;
• Strong organizational skills and ability to effectively perform the assigned tasks in a dynamic environment;
• Continuous improvement attitude and ability to learn and apply new concepts;
• Ability to manage time effectively in order to ensure that tasks are completed within the given timelines; ability to adapt to different situations and to efficiently respond under high-pressure circumstances, while still acting with courtesy;
• Capable to work both indoors and outdoors under extreme conditions, and to load and move heavy equipment as required with adequate tools;
• Working schedule is day shift with flexibility to respond to urgent and/or after-hour needs. May be required to work on shift during Weekends and Holidays as required;
• A valid EU category “C1” driving license or equivalent.
  

  Desirable Qualifications and Experience:

• A professional qualification in Logistics, Supply chain, Engineering, Maintenance or equivalent;
• Previous work experience with an international and/or government organisation;
• Knowledge of using electronic Fleet Management, inclusive tracking software;
• Good knowledge of the local market;
• Experience in Enterprise Resource Planning programs, namely in Inventory Management;
• Previous experience in tasks and responsibilities as described above.
  

  Special Note:

• Mandatory requirement to pass security clearances and medical checks.

How to Apply

Application form can be downloaded from: https://bit.ly/3DRSkNa
• Send filled in application to jobs@eucap-som.eu electronically only;
• Applications will be considered only when using the Application Form (AF),
indicating which position(s) the candidate is applying for;
• Please, fill in only one application form containing maximum 2 positions you
apply for;
• More than one application form will not be accepted from the same applicant,
in case more than one is sent, the earliest will be taken into consideration;