Driver SC, L2

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race colour national origin ethnic or social background genetic information gender gender identity and/or expression sexual orientation religion or belief HIV status or disability.

ABOUT WFP

The World Food Programme is the worlds largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace stability and prosperity for people recovering from conflict disasters and the impact of climate change.

At WFP people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse committed skilled and high performing teams selected on merit operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment living WFPs values (Integrity Collaboration Commitment Humanity and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.

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WHY JOIN WFP

• WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.

• WFP offers a highly inclusive diverse and multicultural working environment.

• WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training accreditation coaching mentorship and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.

• A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country regional and global offices around the world and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.

• We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).

DURATION:

Contract will be for 6 Months extendable based on the fund availability and successful performance.

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT:

To provide efficient and safe transportation of authorized personnel and/or commodities in addition to the following:

ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure that the assigned vehicle is always clean both interior and exterior. Maintain the vehicle in good working condition inspecting it regularly ensure all equipment in the vehicle is in proper working order and stored appropriately. Perform regular checks and ensure timely maintenance and servicing of the vehicle.
• Verify that the vehicle registration is always up-to-date and valid. Ensure the vehicle is equipped with all required travel authorizations permits and documents.
• Equip the vehicle with necessary supplies such as a first aid kit emergency tools and spare parts depending on the nature of its use.
• Promptly report any mechanical issues or irregularities to the supervisor. Maintain a log for the vehicles maintenance and repairs to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Operate the vehicle responsibly and follow all national and organizational traffic laws and regulations.
• Ensure that the vehicle is always ready and safe for use.
• Meet official personnel and visitors at the airport or other entry points and provide basic assistance with visa and customs and luggage.
• Demonstrate and adhere to all safe driving practices.
• Follow established rules and regulations for field deliveries and/or in cases of an accident and report immediately to the supervisor on any apparent problems to seek instructions and facilitate informative decisions on the way forward.
• Outside driving duties perform basic office-related tasks such as filing photocopying and maintaining stores when required including delivery/collection of various items mailing service and payment of office telephone and other bills to ensure administrative support to clients.
• Perform other administrative duties as requested.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE:

• Knowledge of driving rules and regulations chauffeur protocol and courtesies local roads/waterways and conditions and security issues.
• Knowledge of the vehicle loading capacity and other parameters.
• Knowledge of safety standards and safety equipment (e.g. fire extinguishers buoyant wearable safety devices etc.).
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Basic skills to assist in case of emergency knowledge of first aid basic methods.
• Knowledge and ability to use radio e-mail telephone and other applications.
• Ability to assess vehicles for mechanical fitness and skills in minor vehicle repairs.
• Ability to demonstrate a client-oriented approach a high sense of responsibility courtesy and tact.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Education:

• Completion of secondary school education. Formal drivers training with a valid drivers license/certification to operate the assigned vehicle following local rules and regulations.
• Have a valid driving license type B (sedan and 4x4 passenger cars).

Experience Knowledge & Skills:

• Two or more years of work experience as a Driver preferably in an international organization embassy or UN system with a demonstrated safe driving record.
• Experience in defensive driving is desirable.

Language:

• Arabic: Fluent (oral and written)
• English: Basic proficiency (reading and writing)

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

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REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

WFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation please contact:

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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

• We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate complete and includes your employment records academic qualifications language skills and UN Grade (if applicable).

• Once your profile is completed please apply and submit your application.

• Please make sure you upload your professional CV in the English language

• Kindly note the only documents you will need to submit at this time are your CV and Cover Letter

• Additional documents such as passport recommendation letters academic certificates etc. may potentially be requested at a future time

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• Only shortlisted candidates will be notified

All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs job requirements merit and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse all forms of discrimination any kind of harassment sexual harassment and abuse of authority. Therefore all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

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.