Meteorologist Assistant

Job Description Mission and objectives MONUSCO/MONUC was established in 1999 under the auspices of the UN Department of Peacekeeping Operations (DPKO). SCR 2277 (2016) requests MONUSCO to support efforts of the Government of DRC towards the protection of civilians, through a comprehensive approach involving all components of MONUSCO, including through reduction of the threat posed by Congolese and foreign armed groups and of violence against civilians, including sexual and gender-based violence and violence against children to a level that can be effectively managed by the Congolese justice and security institutions; and to support Stabilization through the establishment of functional, professional, and accountable state institutions, including security and judicial institutions. The project aims at a better understanding of the most serious violations of human rights law and international humanitarian law in DRC and supports the leadership of the Mission through informed policy and decision making on future vetting of security forces through risk assessment and mitigation, joint planning for MONUSCO operations, as well as advocacy efforts. Context Advertisement A Meteorologist Assistant supports MONUSCO Aviation by collecting and monitoring weather data, helping prepare flight weather briefings, and alerting pilots and aviation staff about any weather conditions that may affect flight safety. Task Description

• Report, record and distribute hourly weather observations in METAR format in accordance with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and World Meteorological Organization (WMO) procedures.
• Report, record and distribute special weather observations as meteorological conditions arise in the SPECI format in accordance with ICAO/WMO procedures.
• Collect, record and distribute weather observations and forecasts in accordance with ICAO/WMO procedures for MONUSCO and UN agencies flights/air operations.
• Prepare and issue to all the regional stations and MONUSCO air operations staff the daily aviation weather forecasts in writing using the international Terminal Aerodrome Forecast (TAF ) format that shall be recorded and distributed in accordance with ICAO/WMO procedures.
• Prepare and disseminate morning and afternoon weather briefing folders to the regional stations in order to standardize the weather briefing procedures across the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Employ computer-based forecasting models, satellite images, radar images, and real-time weather data collected from Internet sources provided by international agencies to predict weather patterns.
• Prepare backup TAFs for the following day.
• Prepare a backup pilot weather briefing folder for regional meteorological stations across the DRC.
• Prepare and issue to all stations the daily National Meteorological Weather Forecast to cover the following 24-hour period.
• Collect international weather data to support forecast and observational activities for international MONUSCO flights and UN agencies flights.
• Provide en route weather observations to aircrews and flight-following offices of all the regions, in accordance with the Daily Flight Schedule (DFS) and as required for Casevac/Medevac departures or any short-notice flights.
• Assist in the maintenance, inspection, and calibration of meteorological instruments and software.
• Any other observational duties as required by the Meteorological Observer/Meteorological Forecaster.
• Any other duties as requested by the supervisor. Competencies and values Advertisement
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Planning and organising
• Professionalism Living conditions and remarks The Democratic Republic of Congo is the second largest country in Africa, and as a result is quite diverse. Living conditions therefore vary between MONUSCO duty stations, with all usual amenities present in the capital Kinshasa, but only very basic conditions in remote duty stations in the provinces, where, for instance, there may be no guarantee of public power supply nor running water. The ability to live and work in difficult and harsh conditions of developing countries is essential. Accommodation is very expensive in both Kinshasa and Lubumbashi. Supermarkets exist in the large towns, but consumer items are generally very expensive (as everything is imported). For food, local markets offer a much cheaper alternative. All MONUSCO duty stations are considered non-family duty stations, except for Kinshasa which is now considered a family duty station. Beni is a non-family duty station. In addition to insecurity related to the relatively volatile political situation as well as various conflict situations, certain places are subject to increasing street and residential crime, including in Kinshasa and Goma. Some degree of medical service is provided in all MONUSCO duty stations. Certain vaccinations are mandatory for MONUSCO personnel to enter the DRC, while others are compulsory for all other incoming persons. It is possible for incoming MONUSCO personnel, including UN Volunteers, to be asked to provide proof of some or all vaccinations, though this is unlikely. All UN Volunteers must ensure that they are up-to-date with all appropriate vaccinations, which should be clearly and properly endorsed in the International Certificate of Vaccination (“carte jaune”). Malaria is present virtually throughout the DRC, and it is therefore recommended to take prophylaxis. The unit of currency is the Congolese Franc. The US dollar is the other preferred currency. It may be impossible to exchange traveller’s checks away from the capital city. Credit cards are usually accepted in major hotels only in Kinshasa. In larger towns and cities (e.g. Kinshasa, Goma, Bukavu, Kisangani). In addition to French, there are four major spoken languages in DRC, namely Lingala, Kikongo, Tshiluba and Swahili. {{waiting}} This position is no longer open. Before you apply We review listings for quality, but organizations may update or amend a posting at any time, so confirm the role and closing date on the organization's official site before applying. No genuine employer charges a fee to apply, interview, or process an application — treat any request for payment as a scam. If a detail looks wrong or the posting seems fraudulent, report this job . Apply on MONUSCO's website Advertisement

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