Driver G2 – Fixed Term Appointment – Dodoma Liaison Office (832564)
TYPE OF CONTRACT:
Fixed Term
UNIT/DIVISION:
Support Services
DUTY STATION (City, Country):
Dodoma
Recommended:
DURATION:
12 Months
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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 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.
DESIRED EXPRERIENCE INTO THE ROLE
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:
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 driving a variety of makes and models of vehicles, including vans, trucks, and other kinds of motorized vehicles. Experience in defensive driving is desirable.
Languages:
Fluency (level C) in the UN language in use at the duty station and in the duty station’s language, if different.
ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT
These jobs are found in Regional Bureaus (RBs), Country Offices (COs),
Area Offices (AOs) and Field Offices (FOs). Job holders report to the
Administration Officer, Logistics Officer or the designate, and drive
light vehicles, trucks, vans, motorcycles, or any other type of land
transport. They may also be assigned to operate speed boats or other
types of watercrafts. The job may involve basic administrative
assistance in the office or stores.
JOB PURPOSE
To provide efficient and safe transportation of authorized personnel and/or commodities.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
Provide transportation of authorized personnel including translation of
basic conversations from/to the local language, and/or delivery of
various items/commodities following authorized routing and UN safety and
security rules and regulations to ensure safe and efficient services.
Meet official personnel and visitors at the airport or other entry
points and provide basic assistance with visa and customs formalities to
facilitate smooth and safe entry and arrival to the authorized
destinations.
Responsible for accurate maintenance of the vehicle log books, and daily
reporting to the supervisor on mechanical status, to ensure efficient
vehicle use and fuel consumption supporting accurate accounting and
cost-efficiency.
Responsible that the assigned vehicle is kept clean and in a good
condition including all equipment, the maintenance is done on time,
vehicle is fully equipped with required travel authorizations and
supplies, and any mechanical issues are reported to the supervisor to
ensure safe and efficient services.
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 for 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.
OTHER SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge & Skills:
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 driving/boat operating rules and regulations whichever
applicable.
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, email, telephone, and other applications.
Ability to assess vehicles for mechanical fitness and skills in minor vehicle repairs.
Ability to demonstrate a client-oriented approach, high sense of responsibility, courtesy, and tact.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Only qualified candidates will be shortlisted.
Only Tanzanian nationals should apply for this job.
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DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
The deadline for applications is 29 April 2024.
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WFP has a zero-tolerance approach to conduct such as fraud, sexual
exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and
discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to
WFP’s standards of conduct and will therefore undergo rigorous
background verification internally or through third parties. Selected
candidates will also be required to provide additional information as
part of the verification exercise. Misrepresentation of information
provided during the recruitment process may lead to disqualification or
termination of employment
WFP will not request payment at any stage of the recruitment process including at the offer stage. Any requests for payment should be refused and reported to local law enforcement authorities for appropriate action.
