MOVEMENT CONTROL OFFICER

Position MOVEMENT CONTROL OFFICER (For the Hubs)

Section : Movement Control

Place of Performance Dhobley, Baledogle, Jowhar, Galgalyo (1 person in each location)

Contract Duration 12 months

Starting Date ASAP

OVERVIEW OF CTG GLOBAL

CTG Global is a managed service company specializing in Recruitment, Management Consultancy, and Human Resources support services and Monitoring & Evaluation in post disaster and post conflict countries around the world.

CTG Global provides services to humanitarian organizations, government, non-governmental organizations and corporates that enables public and private sectors to focus on their core business and the achievement of their objectives in hostile and threatening environments as we provide a safe and secure environment for them to do so and alleviate them of their risks, crisis and personnel management problems.

GENERAL FUNCTIONS

FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT

Under the technical leadership of Chief Movcon, and the direct leadership of Movcon Officer for Somalia, the incumbent is responsible for overseeing the movement of cargo and passengers, planning for military contingent and mission requirements to ensure the effective operation and timely execution of movements within the mission Area of Responsibility (AOR) in the hubs and externally.

SPECIFIC DUTIES

1. Manage Movcon operations and serve as adviser for logistics aspects and others Movcon related matters;
2. Exercise control and ensure that the following tasks are accurately completed: planning, evaluation and assessment on Movcon on ground, ensure they meet mission needs,
3. Act as the principal liaison person between the AMISOM and our client in each hub on Movcon matters;
4. Liaise with all components and stake holders in Somalia involved in the planning and execution of each movement
5. Coordinate day-to-day support of all movement operations of pax and cargo
6. Manage and supervise on Movcon day-to-day operation in Mogadishu.
7. Comply with DFS and Movcon guidances, policy, SOP.
8. Monitor the contract compliance of operators and Units and evaluate their performances on a periodical basis;
9. Apply movcon administrative, logistics and technical standard operations procedures;
10. Assist in the planning of the use of air assets to move pax in and out.
11. Verify and advise on the serviceability of 3PL movement of cargo within all Sectors.
12. Oversee the preparation of Movcon technical reports, statistics, and other documents required.
13. Administer, mentor and manage the Movement Control Section team in the hub composed by AMISOM and UN personnel
14. Provide multi-modal movement control support to the Sectors;
15. Plan, prioritize, coordinate and monitor movement tasks and responsibilities in the Sector;
16. Allocate and delegate tasks as required to each Movement Control element on ground.
17. Ensure safe, efficient and economical Movement support is provided to meet operational and administrative requirements of the mission.
18. Implement QA plan and conduct QA inspection to all operations in the hub.
19. Ensure UN contractors operate within the Terms of the Agreement and UN Regulations.
20. Ensure dangerous goods are transported In Accordance with (IAW) International Air Transport Association (IATA) Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGRs); Coordinate daily flight schedules with Air Operations in order to meet passenger and cargo requests.
21. Responsible for moving troops (rotation/deployment) in-out the Mission area.
22. Liaise with Movcon HQ Mogadishu for all operational matters involving strategic movements.
23. Oversee the execution of the Sector’s air/sea/surface transportation priorities and monitoring the overall performance of the missions’ transportation system.
24. Evaluation of load availability space and opportunities on our client’s aircraft, M/V’s, surface transport & contracted modes of transport.
25. Ensuring all documentation is recorded, disseminated and filed accordingly.
26. Coordination & development of contingency planning.
27. Evaluation of load availability space and opportunities on our client’s aircraft, M/V’s, surface transport & contracted modes of transport.
28. Perform reconnaissance/assessments as and when required.
29. Provide technical advice as appropriate.
30. Oversee handling requirements of Special Cargo are adhered to.
31. Perform other duties as required.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE

Education

· Degree in Logistics, or equivalent diploma/certificate from occupational courses or college; or at least sufficient years’ experience may be accepted in lieu of the Diploma.

Work Experience

· At least 10 years’ experience working in logistics/transportation field and in sea, road, rail and air transport or military supply chain operations.

· Previous experience in with international agencies and possibly UN peacekeeping operations, considered as advantageous.

· IATA certification with regard to air activities is highly desirable.

· Dangerous goods awareness. DG Certification is highly desirable.

· Valid driving license is required; heavy duty license and MHE operator would be an asset.

· Proficiency in MS Word and MS Excel would be advantageous; knowledge of Lotus Notes would be an asset.

· Fluent English required; French and Arabic an asset.

· Military background is considered as advantageous.

· Sound security awareness.

· Ability to handle effectively multiple tasks without compromising quality, team spirit and positive working relationships.

Key Competencies

· 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; responsive and client-oriented.

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

· 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 communicate and empathize with staff (including national staff), military personnel, volunteers, counterparts and local interlocutors coming from very diverse background 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, 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.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested candidates should submit their CV along with their application letter via e-mail tocareers@ctgglobal.com with reference to “BHJOB2678_750” in the subject line. Short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.