Driver

Background

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In December 1991, the General Assembly adopted Resolution 46/182 designed to strengthen the United Nation's response to both complex emergencies and natural disasters. In addition, it aimed at improving the overall effectiveness of the UN's humanitarian operations in the field.

OCHA's mission is to mobilize and coordinate effective and principled humanitarian action in partnership with national and international actors in order to:

• Alleviate human suffering in disasters and emergencies.
• Advocate for the rights of people in need.
• Promote preparedness and prevention.
• Facilitate sustainable solutions.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the Fleet Dispatcher the incumbent will undertake the tasks below;

1. Provision of reliable and secure driving services. 
2. Proper use of vehicle.
3. Day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle.
4. Availability of documents/ supplies.
5. Vehicle Cleanliness, Security, and Serviceability.
6. Vehicle Inspection and Preventive Maintenance.
7. Accident Reporting and Compliance.
8. Other Related Duties.

1- Provision of reliable and secure driving services:

• Ensures provision of reliable and secure driving services by a) driving office vehicles for the transport of authorized personnel and delivery and collection of mail, documents and other items and b) meeting official personnel and visitors at the airport, visa and customs formalities arrangement when required.
• Ensures cost-savings through proper use of vehicle through accurate maintenance of daily vehicle logs, provision of inputs to preparation of the vehicle maintenance plans and reports

2- Proper use of vehicle

• Ensures proper day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle through timely minor repairs, arrangements for major repairs, timely changes of oil, check of tires, brakes, car washing, etc

3- Day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle

• Ensures availability of all the required documents/supplies including vehicle insurance, vehicle logs, office directory, map of the city/country, first aid kit, necessary spare parts.

4- Availability of documents/ supplies

• Ensures that all immediate actions required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in accidents.

5- Vehicle Cleanliness, Security, and Serviceability

• Ensures that the assigned vehicle is clean, secure, properly equipped, and maintained in a roadworthy condition. Monitors fuel and fluid levels and coordinates scheduled servicing and repairs with the Fleet/Transport Unit

6- Vehicle Inspection and Preventive Maintenance

• Conducts routine inspections of assigned vehicles, checking engine oil, coolant, battery, brakes, tyres, lights, and other essential components. Performs minor maintenance when appropriate and reports technical defects promptly.

7- Accident Reporting and Compliance

• Ensures that all required procedures are followed in the event of a vehicle accident, including notifying the office immediately, completing the necessary reports, and cooperating with the relevant authorities as required.

8- Other Related Duties

Performs other duties in support of UN/OCHA operational requirements.

Competencies

Core

Achieve Results:

LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline.

Think Innovatively:

LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements.

Learn Continuously:

LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback.

Adapt with Agility:

LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible.

Act with Determination:

LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident.

Engage and Partner:

LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships.

Enable Diversity and Inclusion:

LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination.

Technical/Functional

Business Management

Customer Satisfaction/Client Management.

Administration & Operations

Compound management in terms of electricity, water, generator and cleanness.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

• Completion of Secondary Education is required.
• Valid Driving License is required.

Experience:

• Two years’ work experience as a driver is required. 
• Safe driving record is desired.
• Knowledge of driving rules and regulations is desired.
• Experience of safely driving in mountainous and swampy conditions required. 
• Skills in minor vehicle repair is desired.
• Driving for international organization/ NGO experience is desired. 

Language Requirements:

Fluency in Arabic and English languages is required.

Equal opportunity

As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination. 

UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.

Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority

UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles. 

Right to select multiple candidates

UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement.  We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.

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