Org. Setting and Reporting
These five (5) Positions are located in the Security and Safety Section within the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO). The Fire Safety Assistants will be based in Goma and Bunia and report directly to the Fire Safety Assistant and /or Fire Safety Officer in Goma and Bunia.
Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the Fire Safety Assistants will carry out the following duties: • Conduct inspection and maintenance of MONUSCO fire-fighting equipment, fire hydrants, hose reels, foam inlets, portable fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, and materials as well as ensuring the integrity of all fire safety equipment and materials at MONUSCO sites and report shortcomings. • Ensure that all fire-fighting equipment is in their locations and precautionary signs and notices are in place and not removed. • Extinguish and suppress all fires that may break out within MONUSCO sites using MONUSCO fire-fighting equipment. • Assist in conducting fire investigations to establish causes of fire and make appropriate preventive recommendations for future use. • Carry out surveys at airfields/helipads as per the recommendation of MONUSCO, OIC Fire Unit • Keep records of all fire-fighting equipment and materials at Goma and Bunia, advise chief fire unit MONUSCO on improvement, renewal and replacement of fire-fighting equipment, materials and chemicals whenever required. • Conduct firefighting and building evacuation drills as scheduled and required. • Responds immediately to fires, rescue operations, or other emergencies, including undertaking evacuation of persons and property. • Investigates fire hazards as required for further reporting as necessary. • Ensure that all fire-fighting equipment are in their locations and precautionary signs and notices are in place and not removed. • Ensure that used fire extinguishers are recharged, all fire/exit doors are not locked or obstructed, making regular inspection of all emergency exit doors, routes, walkways, and other passageways safe and smooth for movement at all times. • Carry out any other duties as directed by FSO/OIC Fire Unit, MONUSCO.
Competencies
Professionalism: Shows pride in work and 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. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work. Communication skills: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively. Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. Asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. 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.
Education
A high school diploma or equivalent is required. A valid driving license for heavy-duty trucks with safe driving records is required. Basic technical/vocational training and a certificate/Diploma in firefighting from a recognized institution are an advantage.
Job – Specific Qualification
Not available.
Work Experience
A minimum of three (3) years of experience in firefighting duties, on-the-job training, and firefighting is required Experience in driving fire trucks is required. A valid professional heavy truck driving license is required. A technical/vocational training and a certificate in firefighting from a recognized institution is desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of French is desirable.
Assessment
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise, a competency-based interview, or both. Applicants may also be required to undergo a suitability assessment, which will include controlling a charged fire hose, wearing breathing apparatus, climbing a ladder, and performing a physical suitability assessment.
Special Notice
This position is subject to local recruitment pursuant to staff rule 4.4 of the United Nations Staff Rules. This job opening is to identify the most qualified candidate for the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUSCO). Candidates endorsed by the FCRB but not selected will be placed on the FIRE SAFETY ASSISTANT, (GL-4) roster. The entire assessment process takes an average of six months; all applicants will be notified in writing of the outcome of their application (whether successful or unsuccessful) within 14 days of the conclusion of the process. Successful candidates will be placed on the roster and subsequently will be invited to apply for field mission vacancies open only to roster members. Roster membership does not guarantee selection. Appointment or assignment against this position is for an initial period of one year. The appointment or assignment and renewal thereof are subject to the availability of the post or funds, budgetary approval or extension of the mandate. The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.
United Nations Considerations
According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on “Manuals” in the “Help” tile of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.
No Fee
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