UNDP Jobs - 110836- Driver

Driver

Location :

Lusaka, ZAMBIA

Type of Contract :

FTA Local

Starting Date :

01-Feb-2023

Application Deadline :

12-Jan-23 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

GS-2

Duration of Initial Contract :

1 Year with possibility of extension

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

Under the supervision of the Operations Manager, and direct supervision of the of Head of Transport Unit, the Driver is responsible for providing reliable and safe driving services while demonstrating a high degree of discretion, integrity and sense of responsibility, a good knowledge of protocol and safety issues. The Driver must also demonstrate a client-centered approach, courtesy, tact and the ability to work with people of different nationalities and cultures. At the request of the supervisor, the Driver may also be required to work with the operations and programme staff of the office, consultants, experts, United Nations staff on mission, and provide assistance to UNDP operations.

Duties and Responsibilities

Provision of reliable and safe driving services: Driving office vehicles for the transport of transport of UNDP Senior Management team and other high-ranking officials and visitors and meeting official personnel and visitors at the airport including visa and customs formalities arrangements when required
Proper use of vehicle: Accurate maintenance of daily vehicle logs, provision of inputs to preparation of the vehicle maintenance plans and reports; ensures timely annual vehicle inspection
Day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle: Timely minor repairs, arrangements for major repairs, timely changes of oil, gas/fuel consumption, check of tires, brakes, car washing, etc
Availability of all the required documents/supplies : Vehicle insurance, vehicle logs, office directory, map of the city/country, first aid kit, pep kits, radio and communication equipment and necessary spare parts in the assigned vehicle
Applicable rules and regulations: Ensure that all immediate actions required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in accidents
Safety : Safeguarding of both vehicles and passengers through timely rigorous monitoring of security measures put in place and ensuring MOSS compliance in close collaboration with immediate supervisor and UNDSS

Competencies

?1. Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline

2. Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements

3. Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback

4. Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible

5. Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident

6. Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships

7. Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination

Required Skills and Experience

1. Two (2) years’ work experience as a driver;

2. Knowledge of driving rules and regulations

3. Skills in minor vehicle repair.

4. UN experience in driving & administrative process

5. Fluency in the language of the duty station (English) & local language