Job Title: Vehicle Technician – Electrical/ Electronic Repairs and Diagnostic Tools (UN Volunteer Jobs)
Organisation: United Nations Volunteers (UNV)
Placement Organization: United Nations Organisation Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO)
Duty Station: Entebbe, Uganda
About Organisation:
The United Nations Volunteers (UNV) programme contributes to peace and development through volunteerism worldwide. We work with partners to integrate qualified, highly motivated and well-supported UN Volunteers into development programming and promote the value and global recognition of volunteerism. UNV is administered by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and reports to the UNDP/UNFPA/UNOPS Executive Board.
Key Duties and Responsibilities: The UN Volunteer/ Electrical/ Electronic Repairs and Diagnostic Tools will be responsible for the following duties:
- Maintenance and repair of the electrical/ electronic systems of Mission’s UNOE fleet.
- Use workshop diagnostic tools, such as onboard diagnostics scanners (OBD) plug-and-play devices, multimeters, and testers, to conduct regular diagnostic tests and detect vehicle malfunctions and breakdowns.
- Provide advice, technical support, and expertise to technicians on the vehicle’s electrical and electronic systems, and assist the team in performing specific repairs.
- Participates in the acquisition of new diagnostic tools and the software programming and upgrades for the diagnostic tools in use, including the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) and OBD.
- Identify the correct spare parts to facilitate service, maintenance, and repairs of the electrical and electronic systems of the vehicles in the field office. Monitors spare parts usage reports, service orders, and other relevant documents.
- Provide training activities to enhance the capacity of national staff members and familiarize staff with the use of the diagnostic tools.
- Guide the workshop staff on the proper use of universal and special service tools (SSTs).
- Prepare vehicle write-off documentation and ensure that established procedures and deadlines are followed to process cases.
- Develop reports to document workshop performance (including personnel matters), vehicle warranties, vendor support, and other workshop-related activities.
- Implement and monitor work safety procedures and the safe operation of workshop equipment.
- Performs any other task as directed by the Motor Transport Officer/ Workshop supervisor.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
Age
- 18 – 80
Required experience
- 3 years
Nationality
- Candidate must be a national of a country other than the country of assignment.
- Assignment requirements
Relevant experience
- 3 years
Languages
- English, Level: Fluent, Required
- French, Level: Working knowledge, Desirable
Required education level
- Technical/vocational diploma in in the electrical/electronic field is required.
- A valid driving license and certificate of safe driving record are 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.
Skills and experience
- A minimum of 3 (three) years of progressively responsible experience in automotive repair and maintenance, including electrical/ electronic systems and vehicle diagnosis using onboard diagnostics scanners, is required.
- Experience in vehicle diagnosis using onboard diagnostics scanners is required.
- Experience in reading and understanding electrical wiring diagrams is required.
- Experience in hydraulic systems is desirable.
- Experience in the ECU programming process is desirable.
- Understanding the Controller Area Network (CAN) bus and the functions of all control units, including the airbag, Anti-Slip Regulation (ASR), and ECU, is essential.
- Experience working with UN missions or agencies is desirable.
- Demonstrated experience in training or coaching, or an interest in pursuing this role, is essential.
- Affinity with or interest in humanitarian relief, post-conflict situations, volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN System.
- A driving licence of category B is required, while a category C licence is desirable.
- A working knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications is required, and knowledge of ERP/Umoja is desirable. Experience in computer applications related to vehicle diagnosis is required
Area(s) of expertise
- Transport
Driving license
- Required Required
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates who wish to join the United Nations should apply online at the link below
Deadline: 24th July 2025
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