Deadline Date: Thursday 7 November 2024
Requirement: Technician Services for Communications Operations and Maintenance in Logistics Section
Location: Bydgoszcz, PL
Occasional business travel may be required. Travel expenses to be reimbursed to the individual directly (in addition to the hourly rate) under NATO rules.
Period of Performance: 2025 BASE - from 01/01/2025 to 31/12/2025 – maximum 2000 working hours with the possibility to exercise following option:
2026 Option - from 01/01/2026 to 31/12/2026 – maximum 2000 working hours
Required Security Clearance: NATO SECRET
1. Introduction
This Statement of Work (SOW) describes the requirement for a services of the Contractor in the NATO CIS Group 3 NATO Signal Battalion Headquarters, S4 Section as Staff Assistant (Movement)
The incumbent is responsible for planning of movement activities for the Battalion (Bn)
2. Scope of Services
- responsible authority for development of Bn movement plans and activities subordinate deployable organizations,
- assist in preparing and issuing plans and orders for deployment, operations and exercises of the Bn,
- coordinate for implementation of future movement requirements,
- will be required to deploy for exercises and operations with Command, Control and Technical Control Centre (C2TCC).
- coordinates logistics functions in accordance with ACO and Bn Directives,
- keeps updated LOGFAS FPH and prepares DDPs,
- in the provision of the required services the contractor will be requested to drive the vehicle, up to 3,5 tonnes, with passengers for long distances.
3. Background, Work Site Information and Environment, Travel
NCISG 3 NSB HQ is located in Bydgoszcz, Poland and co-located with Polish Military Unit in a typical Secure Facility. The work will be conducted mostly at this location and will be performed mostly in a Normal NATO office working environment. Normal Working Conditions apply.
The services may be required to be performed in other NATO military and or exercise sites.
Occasional business travel may be required. Travel expenses to be reimbursed to the individual directly (in addition to the hourly rate) under NATO rules.
Requirements
- The candidate must have a currently active NATO SECRET security clearance
4. Language
- English: Listening, speaking, reading and writing shall be at a NATO level of English 3333
The work both oral and written in the post and in the Headquarter as a whole is conducted mainly in English.
5. Knowledge & Qualifications
5.1 Essential Qualifications
5.1.1. Professional/Experience
a) Military Movement
Activities that involve the planning, routing, scheduling and control of personnel and cargo movements over lines of communication. Involves the whole spectrum of infrastructure, organizations, facilities and equipment that is necessary for the deployment, sustainment and re-deployment of NATO forces during the execution of a mission. Requires the supporting capabilities of mobility, transportation, infrastructure, movement control, and support functions. There are three types of transportation modes: airlift, sealift and inland surface transport (IST)
- Skill Level: Works under general direction. Uses discretion in identifying and responding to complex issues and assignments. Usually receives specific instructions and has work reviewed at frequent milestones. Determines when issues should be escalated to a higher level. Interacts with and influences colleagues. Has working level contact with customers, suppliers and partners. Performs a range of work, sometimes complex and non-routine, in a variety of environments. Applies methodical approach to issue definition and resolution. Demonstrates an analytical and systematic approach to issue resolution. Takes the initiative in identifying and negotiating appropriate personal development opportunities. Demonstrates effective communication skills. Contributes fully to the work of teams. Plans, schedules and monitors own work (and that of others where applicable) competently within limited deadlines and according to relevant legislation, standards and procedures. Appreciates the wider business context, and how own role relates to other roles and to the business of the employer or client.
- Experience: The incumbent must possess the technical knowledge, skills. Experience and abilities required to successfully perform the duties of the post. Must have previous experience in branch/operations staff with knowledge of transportation movement planning.
b) Ground Logistics
Activities that provide the transportation capabilities necessary for the movement of units, personnel, equipment and supplies in peace and war. Manage all facets of transportation related to the planning, operation, coordination and evaluation of all methods of transportation including multi-modal systems.
- Skill Level: Works under general direction. Uses discretion in identifying and responding to complex issues and assignments. Usually receives specific instructions and has work reviewed at frequent milestones. Determines when issues should be escalated to a higher level. Interacts with and influences colleagues. Has working level contact with customers, suppliers and partners. Performs a range of work, sometimes complex and non-routine, in a variety of environments. Applies methodical approach to issue definition and resolution. Demonstrates an analytical and systematic approach to issue resolution. Takes the initiative in identifying and negotiating appropriate personal development opportunities. Demonstrates effective communication skills. Contributes fully to the work of teams. Plans, schedules and monitors own work (and that of others where applicable) competently within limited deadlines and according to relevant legislation, standards and procedures. Appreciates the wider business context, and how own role relates to other roles and to the business of the employer or client
5.1.2. Education
- Higher University education (at least bachelor degree) in Logistics and completed advanced vocational training leading to a professional qualification or professional accreditation with 3 years post-related experience, or Secondary education and completed advanced vocational training in that discipline leading to a professional qualification or professional accreditation with 5 years post-related experience.
5.1.3. Qualifications
- Course LOGFAS A0223 Movement execution and coordination or the equivalent EVE users Course.
- Course LOGFAS A0224 LOGFAS strategic deployment and movement planning or ADAMS Basic Course.
- Course LOGFAS A0254 Fundamentals and data operator or LOGFAS M&T fundamental course.
5.2 Desirable Qualifications
- Experience in NATO working environment or other international organizations.
- Course LOGFAS A0252 movement execution and coordination manager.
- Course LOGFAS A0225 operational movement planning.
- Light Vehicle Driving License
6. Quality Assurance
A formal monthly meeting between the individual and the supervisor/alternative will be scheduled in order to evaluate performance
