UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
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.
Under the guidance and supervision of the Regional Specialists, the Drivers provide reliable and safe driving services to the OEA project sites ensuring highest standards of discretion and integrity, sense of responsibility, excellent knowledge of protocol and security issues. The Driver also demonstrates a client-oriented approach, courtesy, tact and ability to work with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.
Upon request of the supervisor, the Driver can be also required to provide driving services to the Consultants and Experts and UN staff on mission.
Within delegated authority, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:
- Timely and safe driving OEA Staff members, consultants, project guests, project visitors, in the project official vehicles;
- Performing tasks related to the daily maintenance of the vehicle;
- Maintaining daily vehicle logs (mileage, fuel consumption, travel routs) and submitting logs to the project administrative assistant on a timely basis;
- Ensuring that repair and maintenance services are done on project vehicles in time;
- Ensuring that all instructions regulating safe driving behavior and Rules of the Road are in hand and strictly followed;
- Ensuring that the vehicle has valid insurance;
- Driving the project’s vehicle for delivery and collection of mails, documents, pouches, equipment and other administrative tasks as required under the project;
- Providing assistance in checking the completeness of micro-projects documents and following up on missing records;
- Assist in the organization of and logistical preparation for field trips, visiting missions, etc.;
- Assist in reviewing records related to in-country missions and field trips;
- Support in registry of incoming and outgoing documents and correspondence;
- Provide operational support to project activities;
- Assist in general maintenance of the office premises;
- Performing other duties as required.
Work implies frequent interaction with the following:
The Senior Logistic Advisor, the Deputy Director and other members of the UN electoral assistance office; senior staff and officers of IHEC and other national institutions involved in the electoral process; other staff and officers working at the UNAMI office in Baghdad.
Results Expected:
- The support of the United Nations in the area of responsibility contributes to credible and inclusive elections, minimizing violence and maximizing the chances of legitimate government, peace and stability;
- The United Nations mandated support in the area of responsibility is implemented effectively, using resources efficiently and minimizing risks to the organization;
- The supervisor has access to accurate and timely information as well as advice on the electoral process and its implications.
- Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter, notably in-depth understanding of and ability to evaluate security issues particularly relevant to the electoral context;
- Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work;
- Demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing; shows pride in work and in achievements;
- Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results;
- Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns;
- Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges;
- Remains calm in stressful situations.
- Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals;
- Solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise;
- Is willing to learn from others;
- Places team agenda before personal agenda;
- Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position;
- Shares credit for team accomplishments and accept joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
- Speaks and writes clearly and effectively;
- Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately;
- Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication;
- Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience;
- Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
- Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies;
- Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required;
- Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work;
- Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary;
- Uses time efficiently.
- Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view;
- Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect;
- Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions;
- Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients' environment to keep informed and anticipate problems;
- Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects;
- Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client
- Secondary Education; Valid Iraqi driving license (minimum category B, preferable.
- At least 3 years of professional driving experience;
- Experience working with the UN, a UN agency or an international organization on electoral issues;
- Demonstrated ability to thrive within a complex multicultural and multinational environment strongly preferred;
- Knowledge of UN rules, regulations, policies and procedures an asset.
Female candidates are encouraged to apply
- Fluency in the UN and national language of the duty statio.
Important applicant information
All posts in the SC categories are subject to local recruitment.
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Contract Duration: 6 Months from the EoD date