Grade: G2
Publication date: 21 August, 2023
Application deadline (midnight, Harare local time):18 September 2023
Vacancy no.: RB/HRE/GS/2023/02
Job ID: 11125
Department: RO-Africa
Organization Unit: CO-Harare
Location: Harare
Contract type: Fixed Term
The recruitment process for General Service positions is subject to local recruitment regulations and Article 4.3 of the ILO Staff Regulations.
The following are eligible to apply:
The ILO values diversity among its staff and welcomes applications from qualified female candidates. We also encourage applicants with disabilities. If you are unable to complete our online application form due to a disability, please send an email to ilojobs@ilo.org.
*Conditions of employment for external candidates: In conformity with existing ILO practice, the appointment of an external candidate will normally be made at the first step of this grade.
This position is in Harare, Country Office (CO) for Zimbabwe and Namibia Office under the Operations Unit. This work unit is responsible for a wide range of operational services that include providing efficient transport needs for the office. The effectiveness of the support provided by the Driver ensures safe and timely transportation of officials and visitors to work assignments. Efficient maintenance of vehicles owned by the office, supports efficient running of the office which in turn strengthens the organisation’s capacity in delivering programmes undertaken by the organization.
As a team member, the incumbent provides reliable and safe driving services to the Office Director and other authorized officials and visitors ensuring the highest standards of discretion and integrity and sense of responsibility. The incumbent may be required to carry out certain messenger functions and clerical support services. The incumbent organizes and accurately completes multiple tasks by following established work priorities given by the supervisor, while taking into consideration special assignments, frequent interruptions, deadlines, available resources and multiple reporting relationships. Work affects the delivery of mail and pouch and transportation services of the Office.
The position works under the supervision of the Operations Officer. The supervisor coordinates the daily routine duties and clerical support work and supervision focuses on the successful achievement of assignments.
Internal contacts are with staff and visiting ILO officials to receive instructions on operational issues such as work schedules and to exchange information.
External contacts are primarily with government and airport authorities for exchange of information.
Completion of secondary school education. Valid and clean driving licence.
A minimum of two years of relevant work experience with a safe driving record.
Working knowledge of an official national language of the duty station and knowledge of an official language (English, French, Spanish) of the Organization.
Excellent knowledge of local driving rules and regulations.
Knowledge of local roads and conditions.
Skills in minor vehicle repair.
Good knowledge of chauffeur protocol and courtesies.
Good knowledge of security issues.
Knowledge of rules and procedures on vehicle management including maintenance of official vehicles and knowledge of mechanics and maintenance and repair of vehicles.
Some knowledge of administrative rules and regulations
Some basic computer skills to record information in IT systems
In addition to the ILO core competencies [Integrity and transparency, Sensitivity to diversity, Orientation to learning and knowledge sharing, Client orientation, Communication, Orientation to change, Takes responsibility for performance, Quality orientation, Collaboration], this position requires:
Ability to present a professional image at all times.
Ability to deal calmly with unexpected circumstances or delays.
Discretion and respect for confidentiality.
Ability to work in a multicultural environment and to demonstrate gender-sensitive and non-discriminatory behaviour and attitudes.
Recruitment process
Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application form. To apply, please visit the ILO Jobs website. The system provides instructions for online application procedures.
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