Background
In the early morning of 08 November 2013, Typhoon Haiyan, locally known as Yolanda, made its first landfall over Guiuan, Eastern Samar, following a north western trajectory. Passing over several provinces in Visayas and nearby Luzon and making landfall at least six times, the typhoon brought maximum sustained winds of 215 kph near the center and gustiness of up to 250 kph, leaving a trail of totally damaged houses, roads and important infrastructure. Winds brought by the typhoon were extremely powerful causing the massive destruction of structures lying in its path. The typhoon likewise occasioned a storm surge in coastal areas that reached up to as high as 20 feet, causing deaths and bringing about enormous quantities of debris. Over 10 million people have been affected by the disaster, with at least 3,982 deaths based on data from the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) as of 19 November 2013.In the immediate aftermath of the disaster, the entry of relief goods had been extremely difficult due to the massive volume of post-typhoon debris blocking main roads and highways. Debris clearing efforts led by the Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA), Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) have so far opened the main thoroughfares, but access to interior barangays through secondary roads remains difficult due to unremoved debris. There is also a need to systematize the disposal of massive volumes of post-typhoon debris and to develop controlled dumpsites.
The volume of debris consists not only of materials from damaged structures but also corpses of humans and animals, thus posing major health risks to the already vulnerable typhoon victims. Latest reports indicate a total of 597,240 damaged houses in Regions IV-A, IV-B, V, VI, VII, VIII, X, XI and CARAGA, 295,590 of which have been totally damaged. The debris poses clear danger to communities currently living in unprotected settlements and evacuation centers. Stench coming from unrecovered bodies, animal carcasses and garbage has pervaded the affected areas and environs, posing serious health hazards with potential for diseases. Rebuilding and repair of shelter as well as critical community infrastructure, particularly, will first require the removal of debris.
As the Early Recovery co-lead, UNDP will implement a project to support local authorities and disaster-affected communities in clearing and managing debris brought about by Typhoon Haiyan, ensuring the continued entry of critical humanitarian assistance and other life-saving services to affected communities and reducing threats to lives and health risks of residents. The project will focus on the hardest hit municipalities and cities by providing “stop gap” support to the concerned local government units (LGU) and creating immediate temporary employment opportunities for women and men through their participation in cash-for-work activities over a 6-month period. A Project Management Office (PMO) will be established to carry out the implementation of project activities.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the overall guidance of the Area Coordinator and the direct supervision of the Administrative and Procurement Officer, the Driver will be assigned to the Waste Management Component (WMC) and will carry out the following tasks:- Provide transport services to UNDP staff and other stakeholders on official business based on schedules organized by and instructions from the Supervisor;
- Make sure that passengers reach their destination on time;
- Ensure that vehicles are always road-worthy;
- Ensure regular maintenance, tune-up, oil change and repair of the vehicle and monitor mileage and fuel usage; arrange and monitor regular vehicle repair/maintenance jobs and prepare related report;
- Ensure renewal of vehicle registration, lease, utilities, etc. and payments of any fees in connection thereof
- Extend support services during official functions like meetings, workshops, etc.;
- Assist in basic office functions such as the reproduction of materials and documents;
- Perform courier services; deliver or pick up UNDP documents/materials;
- Help ensure cleanliness and maintenance of office premises;
- Perform other tasks as may be assigned by the Supervisor.
Competencies
Core competencies:- Professionalism;
- Client orientation.
- Ability to plan and organize;
- Capacity for teamwork and independence;
- Ability to prioritize tasks and multi-task;
- Technological awareness;
- Good communications and interpersonal skills;
- Excellent drafting and analytical skills;
- Good knowledge of budget control and financial management.
Corporate competencies:
- Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
- Highest standards of integrity, discretion and loyalty.
Required Skills and Experience
Education:- High School diploma required;
- Driver’s training with a valid driver’s license.
- Minimum three (3) years of progressively responsible experience as a Driver;
- Experience of at least one (1) year in the UN or an international humanitarian organization would be an advantage.
- English and Filipino; knowledge of regional languages in the Visayas an advantage.
The selected candidate will receive a salary that is commensurate with his/her background and work experience. Interested applicants are requested to complete the UN Personal History Form (P.11), available in our website http://www.ph.undp.org/jobs/ and send to:
Humanresources.ph@undp.org
or
Human Resources
United Nations Development Programme
30th Floor, Yuchengco Tower I, RCBC Plaza
Ayala Ave., cor. Sen. Gil Puyat Ave., Makati City
indicating the “Application to the Post Title and Vacancy No” on or before 22 May 2014. Kindly note that only completed P.11 forms will be reviewed. UNDP is an equal opportunity employer. Please note that we will contact only the short-listed candidates.