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Generator Mechanic, Kabul
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## Generator Mechanic, Kabul
- Organization:UNAMA - United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan
- Office:UNAMA Kabul, Afghanistan
Description of assignment title:Generator Mechanic
Assignment country:Afghanistan
Work location:On UN premises
Expected start date:01/01/2027
Expected end date:06/30/2027Long-term benefits and allowances
Sustainable Development Goal:16. Peace, justice and strong institutions
Volunteer category:Specialist UCoS from Apr2026
Work schedule:Full-time
Number of Assignments:1
Mission and objectives:
- UNAMA was established in 2002 as a Political/ Peacebuilding Mission, exceptionally) directed and supported by the UN Department of
- Peacekeeping Operations (DPKO).
- This mandate tasks UNAMA with the promotion and support of humanitarian assistance in line with humanitarian principles, human rights, equality for women and girls, inclusive governance, resilience, and economic stability, and with the use of our good offices for principled and constructive engagement with all national, regional, and global stakeholders in the pursuit of Afghanistan’s peace and stability.
- UNAMA reaffirms its strong commitment to the sovereignty, independence, territorial integrity, and national unity of Afghanistan; as well as its continued support for the people of Afghanistan, within the framework of the UN Charter and other international laws and instruments.
- UNAMA's vision is for a stable and prosperous Afghanistan that lives at peace with itself and its neighbours, where the rights of all the people of Afghanistan are upheld, without discrimination.
- On 15 June 2026, UNAMA’s mandate was extended for another year by UN Security Council Resolution 2727 (2026).
- Under the direct supervision of Electromechanical unit, Engineering and facility maintenance Section, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks:
- Apply commonly used engineering calculations, standard practices and precedents for sizing the Diesel engine generators their Installation, commissioning, overhauling, regular/preventive and breakdown maintenance of generating sets and related equipment’s;
- Ensures the smooth operation of all generator in accordance with UN rules regulations and guidelines;
- Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain different make model of Diesel Engine power generators utilizing diagnostics tool (EST Electronic service tool Troubleshoot on generator controller fault, rewiring of sensors, controllers and their programming.
- Install/replace new or used generators at powerhouse, synchronize it in a group of generators and integrate new/replaced generator with solar hybrid system.
- Evaluates spare parts stock levels of each category of generators and advises the Unit/Section Chief and/or Technical units for requirements and surplus quantities of spare parts, assets and related equipment to ensure adequate stock are maintained to meet the operational requirements of the Mission;
- Responsible for Generator operation data log sheet (Fuel, Lubricants, KWh, Running Hour, Temperature, Pressure etc.) compilation and maintaining generator sets related equipment records within mission.
- Prepare presentations for generator operation, diesel fuel consumption, generator operation cost for per Kilo wat/hour (Kw Hr) and analyze the efficiency of individual generators monthly and advise to Electromechanical unit Develop the generator history card and maintain the records of maintenance, overhaul, and spare used at the mission generators.
- Estimate cost of repairs of generator, and/or determine whether maintenance burdens are economic, cost effective or feasible or not; Assist in preparation of acquisition plan, performance reports and budget pro
- Candidate must be a national of a country other than the country of assignment.
Assignment requirements
- English, Level: Fluent, Required
Required education level:
- Technical/vocational diploma in Mechanical or Equivalent Engineering with a relevant combination of academic qualifications and experience in diesel engines.
Competencies and values:
- • Leadership/Supervision
- • Adaptability and flexibility
- • Judgement and decision-making
- • Planning and organising
Skills and experience:
- A minimum of 3 years progressively experience in the field of Diesel engines & Generators;
- Experience in Training/Capacity Building, Mentoring as he/she will be expected to be building the capacity of national staff within the electromechanical unit.
Area(s) of expertise:
- Engineering, construction, Machine, equipment handling, Training, capacity building
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