Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

Within limits of delegated authority the Driver at this level will be responsible for the following duties:

• Drives vehicles safely for the transport of the UNDCO Regional Director and authorized personnel and for the transport of general cargo goods.
• Makes deliveries of parcels, documents, etc., between the office and other offices and institutions, e.g. Ministries, UN entities regional offices, Embassies, etc.
• Makes minor purchases and collect urgent purchases from local suppliers as requested. Collect goods from the customs with due regard to customs regulations and formalities. May make or collect payment for goods.
• Meets official personnel at the airport.
• Deals effectively and tactfully with officials and visitors.
• Provides logistical support to protocol-related processes for UNDCO staff with the relevant host country authorities, including transporting documents, collecting processed documents, accompanying staff when required, and following up on pending requests, as requested.
• Takes care of the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicles, check oil, water, battery, brakes, tires, and vehicle tools.; perform minor repairs and arranges for other repairs and ensures that vehicle is kept clean.
• Reports any damage or loss of vehicle tools
• Logs fuel consumption, maintenance etc.
• Ensures that the steps required by rules and regulations are taken in case of accident.
• Applies good judgment in the context of assignments given.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of driving rules and regulations. Knowledge of the area and the current condition of roads and highways, security and safety awareness; familiarity with frequently traveled routes and routines of the more senior staff or the officers. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work.

PLANNING AND ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.

CLIENT ORIENTATION: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be clients and seeks to see things from clients point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

Desired Candidate Profile

High school diploma or equivalent is required. Valid National Driver License is required. Valid basic life support(BLS) certificate or equivalent is desirable.