Movement Control Officer
Pubblicato il 02-10-2026 - Altro in Brindisi
Organizational context: The Department of Operational Support (DOS) provides end-to-end operational support across the UN Secretariat. The Logistics Division (LD) plays a key role in supply chain management, offering direction and services in transportation, engineering, and medical support. The Integrated Movement Service (IMS) offers unified oversight of multimodal movement operations, comprising the Strategic Multimodal Movement Operations Centre (SMMOC) in Brindisi, Italy, where this role is based.
Job purpose: The Movement Control Officer, based in Brindisi, Italy, is responsible for managing the transportation of military/police contingents and UN-owned equipment for peacekeeping missions and other DOS clients. This involves assessing needs, planning and implementing cost-effective solutions, and coordinating with clients, Permanent Missions, and National Governments. The role requires ensuring compliance with UN guidelines and mission operational needs, providing expert guidance on transportation matters,
and liaising with various stakeholders to resolve conflicts and finalize plans. The officer will also contribute to the development and implementation of movement plans, including cost estimations, requisitions, and the evaluation of bids, ensuring efficient and timely delivery of services.
Responsibilities: The Movement Control Officer receives and assesses client requests for transportation of military/police contingents and UN-owned equipment, identifying feasible and cost-effective solutions. Responsibilities include analyzing, planning, implementing, and managing the transportation of personnel and equipment to and from UN peacekeeping missions. This involves liaison, negotiation, and coordination with clients, Permanent Missions, and National Governments, resolving conflicts, and ensuring compliance with UN guidelines and mission operational needs. The role also entails developing and implementing movement plans, preparing cost estimates, requisitions,