Vehicle Carlog Technician/Electrical/Electronic Repairs

Details:
Mission and objectives:
MONUSCO/MONUC was established in 1999 under the auspices of the UN Department of Peacekeeping Operations (DPKO). SCR 2277 (2016) requests MONUSCO to support efforts of the Government of DRC towards the protection of civilians, through a comprehensive approach involving all components of MONUSCO, including through reduction of the threat posed by Congolese and foreign armed groups and of violence against civilians, including sexual and gender-based violence and violence against children to a level that can be effectively managed by the Congolese justice and security institutions; and to support Stabilization through the establishment of functional, professional, and accountable state institutions, including security and judicial institutions. The project aims at a better understanding of the most serious violations of human rights law and international humanitarian law in DRC and supports the leadership of the Mission through informed policy and decision making on future vetting of security forces through risk assessment and mitigation, joint planning for MONUSCO operations, as well as advocacy efforts.
Context:
Assignment is non-family (GOMA)
Until June 2025, with possible 12-months possible extension
Task description:
The UN Volunteer Vehicle Carlog Technician / Electrical/ Electronic Repairs has the following tasks:
Under the direction of the Transport Assistant/ Officer in Goma Workshop, CarLog Unit the Vehicle Carlog Technician will be responsible for carrying out scheduled and unscheduled services and repairs on standard civilian pattern commercial vehicles in accordance with vehicle manufacture standards and ensures that all relevant safety procedures have been followed when repairing and fitting replacement spare parts.
To this end the incumbent shall perform the following duties:
– Services and repairs vehicles in accordance with vehicle manufacturer’ standards and schedules; Installing and configuring Car Log/Vehicle electronic management system hardware and software components and ensure Speed, RPM, Memory Space, data downloading to RF — —-
– Receiving Station are always recorded and always functioning.
– Perform trouble shooting, repairing, maintenance, replacing damaged CarLog/Vehicle electronic management system hardware/devices and carry-out manual “CarLog data” downloading whenever required and ensure downloaded data must not be edited or modified. Monitor vehicle utilization through Carlog/Vehicle electronic management system reports such as Speed, Idling, Liberty, and fleet/driver activities to ensure proper control and monitoring of use of UNOE.
– Produce accurate and reliable daily, weekly and monthly Carlog Speed, Idling, Liberty reports and provide requested CarLog reports for Board of inquiry, security Section and Military police to facilitate their investigation on road traffic accidents.
– Ensure the online centralized Car Log “World Fleet Log” or (WFL) Web application and Car Log Receiving Stations mission wide are always functioning and updated with Driver’s and Vehicle’s information.
– Ensure electrical safety standards are always met and ensure works performed on each vehicle/equipment installation, configuration and programming for Carlog//Vehicle electronic management system are accurately and properly carried out based on the vehicle’s manufacturer and UN requirements.
– Maintain a key cabinet with the individual Carlog/Vehicle electronic management system “by-pass keys” with a logbook for key movement and record of vehicle(s) by-passed indicating driver name, vehicle number, date by-passed, date activated, justification for by-pass.
– Diagnosing and repairing electronic components in vehicles including the battery, ignition, electronic fuel injection, anti-lock braking, cruise control, fixtures and general wiring, alarms, immobilizers and tracking devices, power windows, mirrors and power seats, tow bar and air conditioning.
– Coordinate with other filed offices and ensure their CarLog//Vehicle electronic management system is always operational and provide required training, guidance to regional transport section personnel, particularly the new arrivals on Car Log/Vehicle electronic management system technical matter.
– Ensure Service Order (hard copy) is properly filed-up with all the details required, parts issued and ensure that all replacement spare parts, tools etc. required for each maintenance/repair job is correctly documented in UMOJA and ensure that all workshop staff time is correctly logged against each Service order.
– Performs any other tasks as required.
Requirements:
motor vehicle transport operations covering vehicle electric repairs, electronic vehicle management system, diagnostic tools, FMS fleet management system is required.
B driving licence is required, C category is desirable.
Computer skills: working knowledge of all Microsoft Office Apps and ERP/ Umoja is required. Experience in computer applications related to vehicle diagnosis is required.
Competencies and values:

Integrity and professionalism: demonstrated expertise in area of specialty and ability to apply good judgment; high degree of autonomy, personal initiative and ability to take ownership; willingness to accept wide responsibilities and ability to work independently under established procedures in a politically sensitive environment, while exercising discretion, impartiality and neutrality; ability to manage information objectively, accurately and confidentially; responsive and client-oriented.

Accountability: mature and responsible; ability to operate in compliance with organizational rules and regulations.

Commitment to continuous learning: initiative and willingness to learn new skills and stay abreast of new developments in area of expertise; ability to adapt to changes in work environment.

Planning and organizing: effective organizational and problem-solving skills and ability to manage a large volume of work in an efficient and timely manner; ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor (own) work; ability to work under pressure, with conflicting deadlines, and to handle multiple concurrent projects/activities.

Teamwork and respect for diversity: ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and harmonious working

relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity and gender;

Communication: proven interpersonal skills; good spoken and written communication skills, including ability to prepare clear and concise reports; ability to conduct presentations, articulate options and positions concisely; ability to make and defend recommendations; ability to communicate and empathize with staff (including national staff), military personnel, volunteers, counterparts and local interlocutors coming from very diverse backgrounds; ability to maintain composure and remain helpful towards the staff, but objective, without showing personal interest; capacity to transfer information and knowledge to a wide range of different target groups;

Flexibility, adaptability, and ability and willingness to operate independently in austere, remote, and potentially hazardous environments for protracted periods, involving physical hardship and little comfort, and including possible extensive travel within the area of operations; willingness to transfer to other duty stations within area of operations as may be necessary.

Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement, which includes solidarity, compassion, reciprocity, self-reliance, and commitment to the UN core values.

Area(s) of expertise:

Transport

Required education level:
Bachelor degree or equivalent
Other information: The Democratic Republic of Congo is the second largest country in Africa, and as a result is quite diverse.
Living conditions therefore vary between MONUSCO duty stations, with all usual amenities present in the capital Kinshasa, but only very basic conditions in remote duty stations in the provinces, where, for instance, there may be no guarantee of public power supply nor running water. The ability to live and work in difficult and harsh conditions of developing countries is essential.
Accommodation is very expensive in both Kinshasa and Lubumbashi. Supermarkets exist in the large towns (e.g. Bukavu, Kisangani), but consumer items are generally very expensive (as everything is imported). For food, local markets offer a much cheaper alternative.
All MONUSCO duty stations are considered non-family duty stations, except for Kinshasa, Lubumbashi and Entebbe which are now considered family duty stations, and most are currently under UN Security Phase III (“relocation phase”: internationally-recruited staff are temporarily concentrated or relocated to specified sites/locations). In addition to insecurity related to the relatively volatile political situation as well as various conflict situations, certain places are subject to increasing street and residential crime, including in Kinshasa and Goma.
Some degree of medical service is provided in all MONUSCO duty stations. Certain vaccinations are mandatory for MONUSCO personnel to enter the DRC, while others are compulsory for all other incoming persons. It is possible for incoming MONUSCO personnel, including UN Volunteers, to be asked to provide proof of some or all vaccinations, though this is unlikely. All UN Volunteers must ensure that they are up-to-date with all appropriate vaccinations, which should be clearly and properly endorsed in the International Certificate of Vaccination (“carte jaune”). Malaria is present virtually throughout the DRC, and it is therefore recommended to take prophylaxis.
The unit of currency is the Congolese Franc. The US dollar is the other preferred currency. It may be impossible to exchange traveller’s checks away from the capital city. Credit cards are usually accepted in major hotels only in Kinshasa. In larger towns and cities (e.g. Kinshasa, Goma, Bukavu, Kisangani), UN Volunteers are recommended to open US Dollar bank accounts, while in other places, banks may be absent (including ATMs) and VLA payments will be processed in cash. UN Volunteers have the possibility to send part of their allowances to a bank account abroad.
In addition to French, there are four major spoken languages in DRC, namely Lingala, Kikongo, Tshiluba and Swahili.

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