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Under the direct supervision of the Logistics Assistant, the Driver provides reliable and safe driving services and clerical administration assistance to OCHA Syria and ensures high accuracy of work. The Driver demonstrates a client-oriented approach, a high sense of responsibility, courtesy, tact, and the ability to work with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.
The Driver demonstrates a client-oriented approach, a high sense of responsibility, courtesy, tact, and the ability to work with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.
Duties and Responsibilities
Within limits of delegated authority and depending on location, the driver will be responsible for the following duties:
- Drives vehicles safely for the transportation of authorised personnel and or cargo,
- Drive all sort of Vehicles especially Armored Vehicles – B6 class and above”.
- Makes regular deliveries of parcels, documents, etc., between the UN office and other offices and institutions, e.g. Ministries, Embassies, Permanent Missions, etc.
- Makes minor purchases and collect urgent purchases from local suppliers as requested.
- Collect goods from the customs with due regard to customs regulations and formalities.
- May make or collect payment for goods.
- Meets official personnel at the airport and facilitates immigration and customs formalities as required.
- Deals effectively and tactfully with officials and visitors.
- Takes care of the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicles, check oil, water, battery, brakes, tries, etc.; perform minor repairs and arrange for other repairs and ensures that the vehicle is kept clean.
- Logs official trips, daily mileage, fuel consumption, oil changes, greasing, etc.
- Ensures that the steps required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in an accident.
- Applies good judgment in the context of assignments given.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Work implies interaction with the following: Staff in immediate office; high level UN officials and Permanent Missions, UN Common System offices, field missions, embassies, ministries, consulates, other international organizations, and NGOs etc.
Results Expected: Ensures driving assignments are carried out safely and on time. Uses discretion, initiative and judgment in planning and scheduling routes.
Competencies
Functional Competencies:
- Professionalism: Knowledge of driving rules and regulations. Knowledge of the area and the current condition of roads and highways, security and safety awareness; familiarity with frequently traveled routes and routines of the more senior staff or the officers. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Able to perform analysis, modeling and interpretation of data in support of decision-making.
- Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarifyand exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
- Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
- Planning& Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
Required Skills and Experience
Education
- Secondary Education (High school diploma) or equivalent is required.
- Driver training with a valid driver’s license is required.
Experience
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience as a driver with a safe driving record is required.
- Relevant experience in driving various types of vehicles including armored vehicles is required.
- Relevant experience in safe driving record, knowledge of driving rules and regulations is highly desirable.
- Skills in minor vehicle repair are highly desirable.
- Proficiency in completing routing documents, forms, logbooks etc. is highly desirable.
- Experience in Damascus governorate geographical location is an asset.
Language Requirements
- Good Knowledge of oral and written Arabic and English is required.
Female Candidate Are Highly Encouraged to Apply
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Non-discrimination
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