UNCDF Jobs - 51706- Driver - (Open to Tanzanian Nationals Only)

Driver - (Open to Tanzanian Nationals Only)

Advertised on behalf of

UNCDF

Location :

Dar Es Salaam, TANZANIA

Type of Contract :

Service Contract

Starting Date :

Application Deadline :

28-Nov-14 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

SB-1

Duration of Initial Contract :

1 Year

Languages Required :

English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

1 Year

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

The United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) is the UN’s capital investment agency for the world’s least developed countries. It creates new opportunities for poor people and their communities by increasing access to development finance and investment capital. UNCDF focuses on Africa and the poorest countries of Asia, with a special commitment to countries emerging from conflict or crisis. It provides seed capital – grants and loans– and technical support to help development finance institutions reach more poor households and small businesses, and local governments finance the capital investments – water systems, feeder roads, schools, irrigation schemes – that will improve poor peoples’ lives.

The driver will work under the direct supervision of the Programme Associate (UNCDF Local Finance Initiative (LFI) programme) based in Dar es Salaam.

Duties and Responsibilities

Ensures provision of reliable and safe driving services by a) driving office vehicles for the transport of UNCDF officials and visitors; delivery and collection of mail, documents and other items, and b) meeting official personnel and visitors at the airport including 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, and necessary spare parts in the assigned vehicle;
Ensures that all clerical responsibilities are executed in coordination with UNCDF staff instructions;
Ensures immediate actions required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in accidents.

Competencies

Corporate Competencies:

Demonstrates commitment to UNCDF’s mission, vision and values;
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability.

Functional Competencies:

Demonstrates excellent knowledge of driving rules and regulations and skills in minor vehicle repair;
Demonstrates excellent knowledge of professional protocol and courtesy;
Demonstrates excellent knowledge of security issues;
Time and self-management;
Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive and constructive attitude.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Completion of Secondary Education;
Possession of a valid national driving license.

Experience:

Minimum 5 years’ work experience as a driver; safe driving record;
Knowledge of driving rules and regulations and skills in minor vehicle repair;
Excellent knowledge of protocol and security requirements;
Previous work experience with the UN or international organization is plus.

Language:

Proficiency in English and Swahili.