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Driver – (SB1) – UNOCHA – Mueda

United Nations Development Programme

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Background
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP:  we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a ‘leave no one behind’ approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and inspiring stories.
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.
Job Purpose and Organizational Context

Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) is the part of the United Nations Secretariat responsible for bringing together humanitarian actors to ensure a coherent response to emergencies. OCHA’s mission is to mobilize and coordinate effective and principled humanitarian action in partnership with national and international actors in order to alleviate human suffering in disasters and emergencies; advocate the rights of people in need; promote preparedness and prevention and facilitate sustainable solutions.
Under the direct guidance and supervision of the Administrative Officer, the incumbent will provide reliable and safe driving services to OCHA staff, and if so, required to other UN officials and visitors ensuring the highest standards of discretion, integrity, and responsibility. The Driver must have excellent knowledge of protocol and security issues and a client-oriented approach, courtesy, tact, and ability to work with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.
The Driver provides driving services to the operations and programme staff in the Hub, Consultants and Experts, and UN staff on mission.

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Ensures provision of reliable and secure driving services.

Driving office vehicles for the transport of 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.

Accurate maintenance of daily vehicle logs, provision of inputs to preparation of the vehicle maintenance plans and reports.

  • Ensures cost-savings through proper use of vehicle.

Timely minor repairs, arrangements for major repairs.

Timely changes of oil, check of tires, brakes, car washing, etc.

  • Ensures proper day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle.

Ensure the management of vehicle insurance, vehicle logs, office directory, map of the city/country, first aid kit, necessary spare parts.

  • Ensures availability of all the required documents/supplies.
Competencies
  • Ability to collect, register, maintain and deliver mail and UNDP pouch; ability to manage archives.
  • Knowledge of policy & procedures on fleet management.
  • Knowledge of policy and procedures on insurance; ability to conduct risk assessment to procure coverage; to ensure relevant tracking and reporting.
  • Ability to manage events, including venue identification, accommodation, logistics, catering, transportation, and cash disbursements, etc.
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
  • Secondary Education.
  • Valid Driver’s license.
Experience:
  • Two years of work experience as a driver; safe driving record.
  • Knowledge of driving rules and regulations and skills in minor vehicle repair.
  • Previous similar work experience in the Province of Cabo Delgado is highly desirable.
Disclaimer
Under US immigration law, acceptance of a staff position with UNDP, an international organization, may have significant implications for US Permanent Residents. UNDP advises applicants for all professional level posts that they must relinquish their US Permanent Resident status and accept a G-4 visa, or have submitted a valid application for US citizenship prior to commencement of employment.
UNDP is not in a position to provide advice or assistance on applying for US citizenship and therefore applicants are advised to seek the advice of competent immigration lawyers regarding any applications.
Applicant information about UNDP rosters
Note: UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement.  We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.
Non-discrimination
UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.
UNDP is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.
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