UN WOMEN Jobs - 95992- Driver

Driver

Advertised on behalf of

UN WOMEN

Location :

Nairobi

Type of Contract :

Service Contract

Starting Date :

01-Feb-2021

Application Deadline :

07-Jan-21 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

SB-2

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

UN Women, 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.

Reporting to the Operations Manager and working closely with the Women Economic Empowerment & other program teams, the driver provides reliable and safe driving services to the Programme & operations teams, and other high-ranking UN officials, experts, and visitors ensuring the highest standards of discretion and integrity, sense of responsibility, and excellent knowledge of protocol and security issues. The Driver also demonstrates a client-oriented approach, courtesy, confidentiality, tact, and ability to work with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Provide reliable and secure driving services

Drive office vehicles for the transport of WEE staff and UN Women Country Representative, other high-ranking officials, visitors, UN Women program and operations staff, and facilitate VIP missions;
Deliver and collect mail, documents, and other items to Government – Offices/Embassies/Commercial Establishments/ UN Offices;
Meet official personnel and visitors at the airport including visa and customs formalities arrangements when required;
Verify that all passengers wear seatbelts at all times in the vehicle;
Oversee and ensure that all immediate actions required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in accidents;
Oversee and ensure that all vehicles comply with the Minimum Operating Security Standards (MOSS).

?2. Proper use of the vehicle

Ensure cost-saving by driving responsibly;
Maintain daily vehicle logs, daily mileage, gas consumption, oil change, servicing, greasing, repairs and oversee that other drives do the same;
Prepare and maintain data of the vehicle maintenance plans and reports.

3. Day to day maintenance of the assigned vehicle

Ensure that all official vehicles are kept clean and are always in good working condition;
Make minor repairs and make arrangements for major repairs;
Change oil, check tires, lights, horn, clutch, and brakes, and wash the car regularly;
Ensure that vehicles comply with the Minimum Operating Security Standards (MOSS).

4. Maintain and ensure availability of all required documents/supplies

Maintain and ensure availability of all required documents/supplies including vehicle insurance, vehicle logs, office directory, and map of the city/country, first aid kit, and necessary spare parts in the assigned vehicle;
Ensure that all immediate actions required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in accidents.

5. Provide general administrative and logistic support as needed

Assist office staff in filing, photocopying and maintaining required records;
Assist in the mailing and distribution of publications and payments of bills, as required.

Competencies

Core Values:

Respect for Diversity
Integrity
Professionalism

Core Competencies:

Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues
Accountability
Creative Problem Solving
Effective Communication
Inclusive Collaboration
Stakeholder Engagement
Leading by Example

Functional Competencies

Excellent driving skills;
Strong knowledge of driving rules and regulations, chauffeur protocol and courtesies and local roads and conditions;
Strong defensive driving skills;
Skills in minor vehicle repairs;
Ability to be on time.

Required Skills and Experience

Education and certification:

Secondary education;
Valid driver’s license.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience as a driver in an international organization, embassy, or UN system with a safe driving record.

Language Requirements:

• Fluency in English is required

• Knowledge of the other UN official working language is an asset.

• Working knowledge of Kiswahili is an asset.