Background
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP: we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a ‘leave no one behind’ approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and inspiring stories.
UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.
Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) is the part of the United Nations Secretariat responsible for bringing together humanitarian actors to ensure a coherent response to emergencies. OCHA's mission is to mobilize and coordinate effective and principled humanitarian action in partnership with national and international actors in order to alleviate human suffering in disasters and emergencies; advocate the rights of people in need; promote preparedness and prevention and facilitate sustainable solutions.
Under the direct guidance and supervision of the Administrative Officer, the incumbent will provide reliable and safe driving services to OCHA staff, and if so, required to other UN officials and visitors ensuring the highest standards of discretion, integrity, and responsibility. The Driver must have excellent knowledge of protocol and security issues and a client-oriented approach, courtesy, tact, and ability to work with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.
The Driver provides driving services to the operations and programme staff in the Hub, Consultants and Experts, and UN staff on mission.
1. Ensures provision of reliable and secure driving service
Driving office vehicles for the transport of authorized personnel and delivery and collection of mail, documents and other items; Meeting official personnel and visitors at the airport, visa and customs formalities arrangement when required.2. Ensures const-savings through proper use of vehicle
Accurate maintenance of daily vehicle logs, provision of inputs to preparation of the vehicle maintenance plans and reports3. Ensures proper day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle
Timely minor repairs, arrangements for major repairs, timely changes of oil, check of tires, brakes, car washing, etc. 4. Ensures availability of all required documents/supplies Ensure the management of vehicle insurance, vehicle logs, office directory, map of the city/country, first aid kit, necessary spare parts. 5. Ensures that all immediate actions required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in accidentsLEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline.
Think Innovatively:
LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements.
Learn Continuously:
LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback.
Adapt with Agility:
LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible.
Act with Determination:
LEVEL1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident.
Engage and Partner:
LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships.
Enable Diversity and Inclusion:
LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination.
Cross-Functional & Technical competencies
Administration & Operations - Registry & correspondence management
Ability to collect, register, maintain and deliver mail and UNDP pouch; ability to manage archivesAdministration & Operations - Vehicle management
Knowledge of policy & procedures on fleet managementAdministration & Operations - Insurance Management
Knowledge of policy and procedures on insurance; ability to conduct risk assessment to procure coverage; to ensure relevant tracking and reporting.Administration & Operations - Events Management (Including retreats, trainings and meetings)
Ability to manage events, including venue identification, accommodation, logistics, catering, transportation, and cash disbursements, etc.Language:
Fluency in Portuguese and any one of these local languages: Kiswahili, MaKua, Mwani or MaKonde is required. Knowledge of English will be an asset. Please note that continuance of appointment beyond the initial 12 months is contingent upon the successful completion of a probationary period.This vacancy is archived.