UN WOMEN Jobs - 62074- Driver - (Open to Zimbabwe Nationals Only)

Driver - (Open to Zimbabwe Nationals Only)

Advertised on behalf of

UN WOMEN

Location :

Harare, ZIMBABWE

Type of Contract :

Service Contract

Starting Date :

01-Jan-2016

Application Deadline :

07-Dec-15 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

SB-2

Duration of Initial Contract :

One year

Languages Required :

English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Background

UN Women (UNW), grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security;

Under the guidance and supervision of the Operations Manager and Administrative Assistant (Direct Supervisor), the Driver provides reliable and safe driving services ensuring high accuracy of work. The Driver demonstrates a client-oriented approach, high sense of responsibility, courtesy, tact and the ability to work with people of different national and cultural backgrounds;

The Driver provides driving services to operations and programme staff in the CO, Consultants and Experts and UN staff on mission.

Duties and Responsibilities

Ensures provision of reliable and secure driving services through:

Driving the office vehicles for the transport of Office authorized personnel and delivery and collection of mail, documents and other items;
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.

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.

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.

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

Provides clerical support as follows:

Assists in photocopying, reproduction and collation of documents as required;
Assists in sourcing of service providers for the office;
Assists in controlling of office promotional materials, stationary and items in storeroom;
Sends out faxes, incoming and all outgoing mail and circulates appropriately;
Assists in filing and maintenance of the filing system and with removal of furniture and other materials as required;
Acts as receptionist in the absence of the Administrative Assistant;
Performs any other duties as required by the office.

Competencies

Corporate Competencies:

Demonstrates commitment to UN Women mission, vision and values;
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability.

Functional Competencies:

Knowledge Management and Learning

Shares knowledge and experience;
Provides helpful feedback and advice to others in the office.

Development and Operational Effectiveness

Demonstrates excellent knowledge of driving rules and regulations and skills in minor vehicle repair;
Demonstrates excellent knowledge of protocol;
Demonstrates excellent knowledge of security issues.

Self-Management

Focuses on result for the client;
Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude;
Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure;
Responds positively to critical feedback and differing points of views.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Completed Secondary Level education;
Valid driver's licence and valid defensive driving certificate.

Experience:

Two (2) years work experience as a driver; safe driving record;
Knowledge of driving rules and regulations, chauffeur protocol and courtesies, and local roads and conditions;
Skills in minor vehicle repairs;
Experience working with UN organisation is an asset.

Language:

Fluent in English and a local language is required.