LM028 Transport Assistant (Mechanic)

Duty Station: Mogadishu
Availability: As soon as possible
Post Category: Assistant
Group Classification: 4
Reporting Line:
The Transport Assistant (Mechanic) will be under the direct supervision of Head of General Support Section 
and will report directly to him/her.
Main Tasks and Responsibilities:
• To monitor outsourced and to conduct maintenance and repair of EUCAP vehicles in accordance with 
the vehicle manufactures standards;
• To ensure the transport system within the area of responsibility;
• To monitoring the fleet fuel accountability, damages to the vehicles, road accidents and insurance cover;
• To input and maintain vehicle information and data in the electronically Fleet management System;
• To manage the spare parts and keep required stock levels;
• To support and assist in the preparation of reports and makes recommendations as necessary on various 
transport matters within her/his area of competence;
• To support and assist in maintaining a data base for cost-control/analysis, scheduling of services/repairs 
and ensures tracking of reimbursements of repairs after accidents;
• To provide support on transport related matters to mission members during the trips to the fields;
• To update and maintain vehicle related assets in the asset management software;
• To support market survey process;
• To provide required documents and perform necessary checks for invoice verification, and contract 
management;
• To submit reports in his/her field of responsibility;
• To be available to participate in field trips across the Mission area (Somalia,) as required;
• To take account of gender equality and human rights aspects in the execution of tasks;
• To undertake any other related task as requested by the Line Manager.
Essential Qualifications and Experience:
• Successful completion of secondary education attested by a certificate;
AND
• After having fulfilled the education requirements, a minimum of 3 years of professional experience in a 
relevant field of work.
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Proficiency in car maintenance and repairs;
• Proficiency in use of standard maintenance related software and data entry processes, knowledge of 
logistics databases and inventory procedures;
• Good English writing and editing skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and the 
Internet;
• Good communication and analytical skills in both written and spoken English; must be able to express 
him/herself clearly and concisely in written and oral form;
• Good language skills in the Local Native language;
• Honesty and integrity; strong sense of confidentiality and discretion in dealing with staff-related matters 
and financial issues;
• Proven interpersonal skills and the ability to harmoniously work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic team 
with sensitivity and respect for diversity;
• Strong organizational skills and ability to effectively perform the assigned tasks in a dynamic 
environment;
• Continuous improvement attitude and ability to learn and apply new concepts;
• Ability to manage time effectively in order to ensure that tasks are completed within the given timelines; 
ability to adapt to different situations and to efficiently respond under high-pressure circumstances, 
while still acting with courtesy;
• Capable to work both indoors and outdoors under extreme conditions, and to load and move heavy 
equipment as required with adequate tools;
• Working schedule is day shift with flexibility to respond to urgent and/or after-hour needs. May be 
required to work on shift during Weekends and Holidays as required;
• A valid EU category “C1” driving license or equivalent.
Desirable Qualifications and Experience:
• A professional qualification in Logistics, Supply chain, Engineering, Maintenance or equivalent;
• Previous work experience with an international and/or government organisation;
• Knowledge of using electronic Fleet Management, inclusive tracking software;
• Good knowledge of the local market;
• Experience in Enterprise Resource Planning programs, namely in Inventory Management;
• Previous experience in tasks and responsibilities as described above.
Special Note:
• Mandatory requirement to pass security clearances and medical checks

Application process

Application form can be downloaded from: 

https://www.eeas.europa.eu/eucap-som/1-2024-call-applications-%E2%80%93-national-staff-%E2%80%93-somalia-%E2%80%93-european-union-capacity-building-mission_en

• Applications will be considered only when using the Application Form (AF), 
indicating which position(s) the candidate is applying for;
• Please, fill in only one application form containing maximum 2 positions you 
apply for;
• More than one application form will not be accepted from the same applicant, 
in case more than one is sent, the earliest will be taken into consideration;
• Applications should be filled in English;
• Only duly filled in English application forms will be accepted;
• Should you need additional employment records, you can modify the 
application form accordingly;
• All other forms of applications and/or after deadline submissions will be 
disregarded;
• None of the documents submitted will be returned;
• Due to the high number of applications received in each selection procedure, 
•only shortlisted candidates invited for the interview phase will be contacted.