Driver

Details

Mission and objectives

Within the framework of Delivering as One UN in Rwanda, UNDP works closely with the Government, as well as with development partners and civil society, and all other UN agencies operating in the country to build institutional capacity and effect sustainable development.
UNDP Rwanda support the Government of Rwanda effort to achieve the agenda 2030 for Sustainable Development (SDGs) through technical support that includes developing human and institutional capacities, demonstrating solutions, building partnerships, and raising funds for development. UNDP programme and activities respond to challenges facing the country achieve its short- and long-term development goals. Much of Rwanda’s impressive growth over the past two decades was a result of governance reforms to consolidate peace, build strong and accountable public institutions and create a safe, stable environment conducive to investment and growth. Areas of the justice system also require attention. While a legal aid policy was adopted in 2014 to increase access to justice, citizen satisfaction with access to legal aid remains low. Special focus is needed on female victims of gender-based violence

Context

The UN Volunteer will assist the entire office in staff and personnel transport, distribution of mails and reports, regular collection of letters from the post office and UN mailbox, vehicle small maintenance, etc…

Task description

Under the direct supervision of the Administrative Associate, the UNV/Driver undertake the following tasks:
•Transport authorized staff and personnel.
•Deliver and collect mail and documents; and perform other messenger responsibilities.
•Meet official personnel and visitors at the airport and assist with visa and customs formalities arrangement when required.
•Maintain accurate daily vehicle logs.
•Provide inputs to preparation of the vehicle maintenance plans and reports.
•Make timely minor repairs and/or arrange for major repairs.
•Ensure timely changes of oil, check of tires, brakes, car washing, etc.
•Keep current in vehicle documents such as vehicle insurance, vehicle logs, office directory, and map of the city/country.
•Ensure vehicle first aid kit is adequately stocked with standard medical supplies.
•Additional duties may include assisting with pouch, procurement, workshops, and other administrative tasks.
Furthermore, UN Volunteers are required to:
•Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of volunteerism by reading relevant UNV and external publications and take active part in UNV activities (for in-stance in events that mark International Volunteer Day);
•Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country.
•Reflect on the type and quality of voluntary action that they are undertaking, including participation in ongoing reflection activities.
•Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit them for UNV publications/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc.
•Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly arrived UN Volunteers.
•Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteering or encourage relevant local individuals and organizations to use the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible.
The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.