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Peace keeping
Hybrid of politico-military interventions aimed at conflict control usually with the involvement of the United Nations presence in the field by military and civilian personnel.
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Brigade
Military; Peace keeping
An army formation including usually three battalions, that may be independent or subordinate to a division, and is normally organised on combined-arms principles.
Chief procurement officer (CPO)
Military; Peace keeping
An civilian officer under the CAO who plans and budgets the procurement of goods and services, both locally and regionally, in coordination with the Logistics Section, for the timely provision of ...
Chief transportation officer (CTO)
Military; Peace keeping
An civilian officer under the supervision of the chief of ISS who is responsible for the allocation of vehicle transport to staff; supervises local mechanics and drivers; may run a motor pool of ...
Chief general service officer (CGSO)
Military; Peace keeping
An civilian officer under direction of CAO who manages the administrative services such as offices, ground maintenance, housing accommodations, mess halls and kitchens.
Platoon
Military; Peace keeping
An army unit subordinate to the company or battalions, usually grouping four squads (or sometimes sections) under a lieutenant, it varies in size from 24 to 50 men for infantry platoons.
Final protective fire (FPF)
Military; Peace keeping
An immediately available prearranged barrier of fire designed to impede enemy movement across defensive lines or areas.
Humanitarian affairs adviser
Military; Peace keeping
An civilian officer who cooperates with humanitarian agencies in the provision of assistance.
