Movement Control Assistant
Organizational Context
This position is within the Movement Control Unit of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL), based in Naqoura. The incumbent reports to the Chief of Unit, Movement Control or their designate. The role is part of the Field Service (FS-5) category within the United Nations Secretariat.
Job Purpose
The Movement Control Assistant plays a crucial role in managing and coordinating the transportation of passengers and cargo within and outside the UNIFIL mission area. This involves receiving requests, planning and scheduling movements, and ensuring the most efficient and cost-effective transportation modes are utilized. The role requires close coordination with various internal units, external organizations, and commercial service providers to manage immigration, customs, and contractual aspects of transportation. Additionally, the assistant is responsible for maintaining accurate records, supervising warehouse activities, and contributing to operational planning and budget proposals to support the mission's logistical operations effectively.
Responsibilities
The Movement Control Assistant is responsible for managing passenger and cargo transportation requests, including those involving dangerous goods. This includes planning, scheduling, and coordinating movements via air, sea, and land, liaising with aviation and transport units, and commercial providers. The role involves managing customs and immigration matters, analyzing transportation flows, and recording statistical data. Responsibilities extend to supervising cargo warehouse operations, ensuring proper handling, labeling, and preparation of goods for shipment. The assistant will also oversee passenger and cargo handling services, compile manifests, brief passengers, and monitor loading procedures. Administrative duties include maintaining databases, developing standard operating procedures, contributing to budget proposals, and preparing operational plans. Furthermore, the role involves coordinating inbound and outbound deliveries, tracking shipments, resolving delivery issues, and ensuring compliance with environmental policies.
Work Experience
A minimum of eight years of progressive experience in movement control, multi-modal transportation, or logistics management is required. Experience with IATA/IMO dangerous goods regulations, troop rotation planning, and operating various vehicles including MHE is essential. Experience in at least two modes of transport (air, sea, road, rail) for large-scale operations is necessary. Experience with ERP systems like SAP is desirable.
Skills
Professionalism, Communication, Teamwork, Planning and Organizing, Knowledge of reverse logistics, Ability to plan and coordinate large-scale operations, Experience with IATA/IMO dangerous goods regulations, Experience with ERP systems.