Driver – United Nations World Food Programme

WFP seeks candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles.

Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis, and we are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance.

ABOUT WFP

The United Nations World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide.  The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes.  Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND ATTRIBUTES REQUIRED

Education:

Completion of secondary school education. Formal drivers training with a valid driver’s license/certification to operate assigned vehicle following local rules and regulations.

Experience: At least 5 years of work experience as a Driver, preferably in an international organization, embassy or UN system with a demonstrated safe driving record. Experience in driving a variety of makes and models of vehicles, including vans, trucks and other kinds of motorised vehicles. Experience in defensive driving is desirable.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Good knowledge of automotive maintenance and vehicle operations.
• Good knowledge of current traffic rules and regulations.
• Able to complete forms and registers accurately.

Languages: 

Excellent verbal communication skills in English. Proficiency in one or more African languages besides English a distinct advantage.

Personal Attributes:

• Proven integrity and honesty.
• Be able to follow instructions and procedures.
• Be able to work independently, be highly organised, deadline driven and efficient with planning skills.
• Pride in driver/messenger professionalism.
• Have sober habits
• Ability to work well in a team environment, and positive attitude.
• Willing to work in excess of 40 hours per week and to be available at short notice.

JOB PURPOSE

To provide efficient and safe transportation of authorized personnel and/or commodities.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

Driving

• Drive vehicle for official travel and business as requested by the organisation
• Maintain high standard of service to both internal and external guests
• Ensure punctuality and safe transport
• Observing the road and traffic laws and regulations of the Republic
• Ensure that safe driving practises are adhered to including local driving codes and internally agreed standards.

Official Car Security & Maintenance

• Ensure vehicle is kept clean, tidy and in good working condition at all times
• Ensure that the vehicle is kept secure at all times
• Ensure vehicle is given regular/day to day maintenance checks; oil, water, battery, tyres, etc.
• Ensure vehicle repairs/service are carried out properly and in time by approved service providers
• Prepare and submit vehicle monitoring reports- maintenance, expenses, mileage at the end of each month
• Ensure vehicle insurance and registration is updated according to schedule and renewals are done timely.

WFP Logbook

• Log official trips & mileage daily

Administration

• Photocopying, filing, handling mail and delivering goods and correspondences, carrying parcels, packages and delivering and collection of official documents as per required.
• Assist admin and finance with assets & inventory management, ordering and managing stationery as well as petty cash management.
• Assisting in organising and maintenance, arranging meetings, training and workshop activities.

To perform any other job-related duties requested by Management.

4Ps CORE ORGANISATIONAL CAPABILITIES

Purpose

• Understand and communicate the Strategic Objectives: Builds an understanding of WFP’s Strategic Objectives.
•  Be a force for positive change: Approaches individual tasks and responsibilities with a positive attitude and demeanor.
•  Make the mission inspiring to our team: Understands the impact of WFP activities in beneficiary communities.
•  Make our mission visible in everyday actions: Connects individual tasks and responsibilities to unit’s goals and mission.

People

• Look for ways to strengthen people’s skills: Seeks opportunities to build and enhance individual skills.
•  Create an inclusive culture: Demonstrates respect and understanding for diversity and cultural differences.
•  Be a coach & provide constructive feedback: Identifies and approaches colleagues or supervisors to serve as coaches.
•  Create an “I will”/”We will” spirit: Sets clear goals and measurable targets for own tasks and responsibilities.

Performance

• Encourage innovation & creative solutions: Assesses own tasks and responsibilities to find ways to be more efficient.
•  Focus on getting results: Maintains accurate records of completion times and tasks in own areas of responsibility.
•  Make commitments and make good on commitments: Understands responsibilities and the metrics associated with own tasks.
•  Be Decisive: Notifies supervisors of dangerous situations or potential issues that may arise while in the field or office.

Partnership

• Connect and share across WFP units: Understands WFP’s organizational structure, including the purpose and mission of each unit.
•  Build strong external partnerships: Supports team in working with colleagues and WFP’s partners in the field toward common goals.
•  Be politically agile & adaptable: Maintains a professional and courteous relationship with other WFP employees and partners in the field.
•  Be clear about the value WFP brings to partnerships: Understands own team’s contributions in its partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

19 JUNE 2019

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Female applicants and qualified applicants from developing countries are especially encouraged to apply

WFP has zero tolerance for discrimination and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV/AIDS status.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.

CLICK LINK BELOW TO APPLY ONLINE

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