Background

A joint project “Livelihood and Economic Recovery: strengthening social cohesion and community resilience” with 6 UN agencies as partners and funded by the Peace Building Fund, will be implemented in three governorates including Hajjah. The project has been developed by the Working Group for Sustainable Livelihoods and Employment Generation (SL-EG) established within the Joint UN framework to support the transition in Yemen with active participation of five (5) government Ministries and seven (7) UN Agencies,  reflecting the commitment of the government and United Nations System (UNS) to address critical issues of unemployment, poverty and displacement. The project will build the resilience at the community level by enhancing social cohesion and providing long and short term employment opportunities for vulnerable men and women. 

The proposed project has been developed by the Working Group for Sustainable Livelihoods and Employment Generation (SL-EG) established within the Joint UN framework to support the transition in Yemen with active participation of five (5) government Ministries and seven (7) UN Agencies,  reflecting the commitment of the government and United Nations System (UNS) to address critical issues of unemployment, poverty and displacement.

The unemployed youth, poor women, and at risk populations who are marginalized and excluded, if properly supported, can drive innovation, economic recovery, and peaceful coexistence and stability. Catalytic support through the PBF mechanism is needed to generate peace dividends in the immediate, short-term that, parallel to successful national dialogue, will contribute to a peaceful transition period.
The proposed project will contribute to peace building in Yemen as it is aligned with the overall goal of the Transitional Program for Stabilization and Development (TPSD) of “restoring political, security and economic stability and enhancing state building”.  As well, the proposed project is aligned with the five peace building priorities established by the UN Secretary General – “Economic revitalization, employment and livelihoods” – and is framed within and will make a contribution to peace building outcome, priority area 3 of the PBSO, “revitalize the economy and create immediate peace dividends.

Support from the PBF mechanism will provide innovative technical and financial support needed for immediate interventions that will generate concrete and visible changes in the lives of people most adversely affected by the conflict. “Business as usual” will not meet the unique needs of Yemeni populations during this historic transition phase. This project will lay a solid foundation for peace consolidation and economic recovery in the short and medium terms and will create a model that could be used to demonstrate to other stakeholders that unemployed youth, poor women, and at risk populations who are marginalized and excluded from political, social, economic, and decision making processes can contribute to economic recovery, peaceful coexistence and stability. Through strategic targeting of interventions in conflict affected / prone areas, the PBF financing will be unique and contribute to changing perceptions of international and national actors standing on the margins waiting for the termination of the transition period, hoping for a successful national dialogue and transition into development. Catalytic funding from the PBSO will be used to leverage other resources from the international community and national stakeholders, including the private sector.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the Project Coordinator/Supervisor   the driver is responsible for the following official duties:

• Drive the project vehicles for the transportation of authorized personnel (project staff, missions, consultants, UNDP staff etc.);
• Use project vehicles for the purpose of project implementation only;
• Responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicles (safety functions, engine oil, water, battery, brakes, tires etc.);
• Perform minor repairs and arrange for other repairs when necessary and ensures that the vehicle is kept functional and safe;
• Maintain vehicles clean;
• Ensure that passengers wear seatbelts;
• Maintain logs on official trips, daily mileage, gas consumption, oil change, greasing etc.;
• Report accidents immediately, and provide as detailed information as possible, which should be documented and submitted to UNDP;
• Collects and delivers mails or documents;
• Ensures that the steps required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in an accident;
• Carry out relevant duties as required by project coordinator.

Competencies

Functional Competencies:

Professionalism

• Highly proficient driver with a good knowledge of the area and conditions of roads and highways, security and safety awareness;
• Applies good judgment in the context of assignments given;
• Conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments;
• Observing deadlines and achieving results;
• Motivated by professional rather than personal concerns;
• Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges;
• Remains calm in stressful situations.

Teamwork

• Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals;
• Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise;
• Willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda.

Accountability

• Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments;
• Delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards;
• Operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates;
• Provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments;
• Takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.

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.

Communication

• Speaks clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately;
• Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two way communication;
• Tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience;
• Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Occupation/profession

• Actively seeks to develop oneself professionally and personally;
• Contributes to the learning of colleagues and subordinates;
• Shows willingness to learn from others; seeks feedback to learn and improve.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

• Primary education;
• Driver training with a valid driver’s license.

Experience:

• Minimum two years of experience with a safe driving record;
• Experience in driving a variety of makes and models of vehicles, including vans and other kinds of motorized vehicles;
• Some knowledge of English is required;
• Familiarity with locations of government offices, delegations, embassies etc.;
• Ability to perform basic vehicle fault finding and carry out minor repairs.

Language:

• Spoken and written knowledge of Arabic;
• Basic knowledge of spoken English will be an asset.