Org. Setting and ReportingThe United Nations Global Service Centre (UNGSC) provides critical Supply Chain, Geospatial, Information and Telecommunications Technologies services and Training to all Secretariat Entities, Peacekeeping and Special Political Missions, Agencies, Funds and Programmes of the UN system worldwide. the United Nations Global Service Centre, Brindisi, Italy within the 3R (Return, Refurbishment, Reuse) Program Team of the Supply Chain Service. The Transport Assistant reports to the Logistics Officer/3R Project Manager. ResponsibilitiesWithin limits of delegated authority, the Transport Assistant will be responsible for the following duties: • Monitors the maintenance and repair of UN-owned vehicle fleet and associated assets and equipment returned to UNGSC for refurbishment. • Assists with the administration of contracts between the UN and contractors for maintenance and repairs on UN-owned vehicles, assets and equipment returned to UNGSC for refurbishment. • Conducts physical inspections and ‘spot checks’ ensuring the accuracy of inventory records and detecting damage and losses. • Compiles periodic reports and documentation regarding fleet status and deployment. • Supervises the correct performance of technical inspections on motor, heavy duty and engineering equipment and prepares relevant tables and reports, as necessary. • Determines generic technical specifications for motor, heavy duty and engineering equipment, estimates quantities for requisitions for spare parts, tools, and related equipment/accessories. • Assists with the collection and analysis of data as well as preparation of data presentations and reports for information sharing, responding to queries, knowledge management, planning and decision making. • Assists with visualizations and updating information material such as web pages or brochures. • Performs a variety of additional, ad-hoc tasks as and when required by the supervisor. CompetenciesPROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of vehicle and equipment maintenance, contract administration, physical inspections and inventory verification, and formulation of technical specifications for motor and engineering equipment. Shows pride in work and in achievements. Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Able to perform analysis, modeling and interpretation of data in support of decision-making. Commitment to incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. PLANNING & ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently. TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. EducationHigh School diploma or equivalent is required. Job - Specific QualificationValid driving license type B is required. Valid driving license type C is required. Valid driving license type CE, D or DE is desirable. Driving Certificate for forklift 15 tons is desirable. Work ExperienceAt least seven (07) years of progressively responsible experience in motor, heavy duty and engineering equipment or transport operations related area is required. Experience in supervising or managing a motor, heavy duty and engineering equipment workshop or equivalent is desirable. Experience in procurement process, contract management or transport planning is desirable. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).