Overview
Drives vehicles for the transport of personnel and cargo, performs minor vehicle maintenance, and provides logistical support for protocol-related processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Drives vehicles safely for the transport of the UNDCO Regional Director and authorized personnel and for the transport of general cargo goods.
- Makes deliveries of parcels, documents, etc., between the office and other offices and institutions.
- Makes minor purchases and collect urgent purchases from local suppliers.
- 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.
- Deals effectively and tactfully with officials and visitors.
- Provides logistical support to protocol-related processes for UNDCO staff.
- Takes care of the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicles, check oil, water, battery, brakes, tires, and vehicle tools.
- Perform minor repairs and arranges for other repairs and ensures that vehicle is kept clean.
- Reports any damage or loss of vehicle tools.
- Logs fuel consumption, maintenance etc.
- Ensures that the steps required by rules and regulations are taken in case of accident.
- Applies good judgment in the context of assignments given.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Experience
- A minimum of two years' continuous driving experience with a safe driving record is required.
- Experience in driving a variety of makes and models of vehicles, including vans and other kinds of motorized vehicles is required.
- Experience with the United Nations or any International organizations is desirable.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Valid National Driver License is required.
- Valid basic life support(BLS) certificate or equivalent is desirable.
