Hardship LevelA (least hardship)
Family TypeFamily
Family TypeFamily
Residential location (if applicable)
GradeGS2
Staff Member / Affiliate TypeGeneral Service
ReasonRegular > Regular Assignment
Target Start Date2024-02-19
Job Posting End DateFebruary 21, 2024
Standard Job Description
Driver
Organizational Setting and Work Relationships
The Driver in the UNHCR Office is normally supervised directly by the Administrative Officer/Associate/Assistant or another staff member when the scale of the Operation so require it. Besides driving, the incumbent is responsible for up keep and maintenance of the assigned UNHCR vehicle(s) as per technical guidance and specifications established by the Organisation. S/he is required to follow strict instructions and security guidance provided by the supervisor. While the basic function of a driver is to drive the official vehicles of UNHCR, s/he may be called upon to perform minor maintenance and repair of UNHCR vehicles.
The Driver has regular contacts with staff within the UNHCR Office and with others (including Partners, government authorities, etc.) outside UNHCR involving a limited exchange of information.
All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as reflected in their job description. They do so within their delegated authorities, in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which includes the UN Charter, UN Staff Regulations and Rules, UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, staff members are required to discharge their responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core, functional, cross-functional and managerial competencies and UNHCR¿s core values of professionalism, integrity and respect for diversity.
Duties
- Drive UNHCR vehicles for the transport of authorized passengers, deliver, and collect documents and other items.
- Meet official personnel at airports or other locations and facilitate immigration and customs formalities as required.
- Perform day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicles; check oil, water, battery, brakes, tires, etc. and ensure that the assigned UNHCR vehicles are road or waterway worthy and maintained up to the established security standards.
- Perform minor repairs, arrange for other repairs, and ensure that the vehicle is kept clean.
- Ensure that the steps required by rules and regulations, or other local procedures, are taken in case of involvement in an accident.
- Log official trips, daily mileage, gas consumption, oil changes, greasing, etc.
- Ensure that instructions and security guidance provided by the supervisor and security focal point are strictly followed.
- Ensures valid documentation for passengers, items or cargo in vehicle.
- Support the identification and management of risks and seek to seize opportunities impacting objectives in the area of responsibility. Ensure decision making in risk based in the functional area of work. Raise risks, issues and concerns to a supervisor or to relevant functional colleague(s).
- Perform other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Years of Experience / Degree Level
For G2D - 2 years relevant experience with Completion of Primary Education or High School Diploma or higher
Field(s) of Education
Not applicable
Certificates and/or Licenses
*Driving Licences;
(Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are essential)
Relevant Job Experience
Essential
Driving licence, knowledge of driving rules and regulations.
Desirable
Not specified.
Functional Skills
* DV-Driving Rules and Regulations
DV - Basic Vehicle Mechanical Skills;
(Functional Skills marked with an asterisk* are essential)
Language Requirements
For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English.
For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language.
For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English.
All UNHCR workforce members must individually and collectively, contribute towards a working environment where each person feels safe, and empowered to perform their duties. This includes by demonstrating no tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment including sexual harassment, sexism, gender inequality, discrimination and abuse of power.
As individuals and as managers, all must be proactive in preventing and responding to inappropriate conduct, support ongoing dialogue on these matters and speaking up and seeking guidance and support from relevant UNHCR resources when these issues arise.
This is a Standard Job Description for all UNHCR jobs with this job title and grade level. The Operational Context may contain additional essential and/or desirable qualifications relating to the specific operation and/or position. Any such requirements are incorporated by reference in this Job Description and will be considered for the screening, shortlisting and selection of candidates.
Desired Candidate Profile The desired candidate profile for this post includes the following:
• 5 years of work experience as a driver in professional capacity, preferably in UN agencies, NGOs, and/or institutions.
• Knowledge of Southeast of Turkey, particularly of Hatay is required, while desirable for Adana and Mersin.
Recruitment as a UNHCR staff member and engagement under a UNHCR affiliate scheme or as an intern is subject to successful reference checks, and integrity clearances
PLEASE DO NOT USE TURKISH CHARACTERS IN YOUR NAME & SURNAME INFORMATION.
Staff members should serve for a minimum of one year following assignment before being considered eligible to apply for another position within the same category. This requirement is waived in respect of staff members whose position is being changed or whose assignment/appointment through the joint staff/management review body is in a replacement capacity.
UNHCR does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing, training, or any other fees).
Only short-listed candidates will be notified. The recruitment process might include a written test and/or oral interview for this job opening. No late applications will be accepted.
External candidates should be legally present in Türkiye at the time of application, recruitment, and hire.
Non-Turkish citizens are required to upload their residence permits or relevant documents under the ‘Certifications’ section, by selecting the type ‘Personnel Administration – Other’, to be considered for this job opening. Applications by non-Turkish citizens will NOT be considered if a valid residence permit is not attached to the application.
For further information on how to apply, please visit the ‘UNHCR - Application and Selection’ page, at https://www.unhcr.org/how-to-apply.html.
Required languages (expected Overall ability is at least B2 level): Turkish
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Desired languagesEnglish
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Operational context
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UNHCR 's structure in SE Turkey includes a Sub-Office located in Gaziantep and three field units located in Gaziantep, Sanliurfa and Hatay (Antakya) respectively. The Driver, under the supervision of the Head of Adana Field Unit, will be based in Adana with frequent daily and overnight missions to Hatay and Mersin, depending on operational needs.
The general security situation in the AoR remains stable as security authorities have tripled its presence in EQ affected areas, although there have been isolated reports of criminal incidents, mostly related to thefts and lootings of vacated houses and shops. UNHCR operates within the common UN security framework, requiring TRIP security clearance and advance email notification in case of missions to 10km border areas for effective staff tracking before missions are commenced in compliant field vehicles. UNHCR staff will need to ensure strict compliance to existing security risk management measures and advisories. UN BSAFE and Active Shooter Awareness trainings are mandatory requirements as per the approved Security Risk Management Measures.
Proximity to the Syrian border has led to a sensitive security in South-eastern Turkey since the Syrian conflict began. However, the level of general criminality is low. The current security levels in Southeast Turkiye is Level 2, with some parts of the AoR (10 Km distance from the border area, plus Reyhanli and Mardin in the east) at Level 4. There are no known direct threats towards the United Nations and its staff in the area but vigilance and awareness is required in the changing security environment.
In terms of Occupational Safety and Health, the devastating earthquakes of 06 Feb caused significant workplace hazards, particularly in Hatay where the FU was operating from for years, where the level of destruction was enormous, with high level of stress about the loss of colleagues, significant damages to property and enhanced demands on UNHCR to respond to the humanitarian needs on the ground. Aftershocks of the earthquake and more earthquakes are likely to occur, requiring increased vigilance and caution while living and operating in the environment, where heavily damaged buildings have been reported to have collapsed causing deaths and injuries to people in the vicinity of such buildings. UNHCR has taken due care of structural assessments of the buildings in the aftermath of the earthquake, including staff residences as the final authority of using the buildings rests with the host government relevant authorities. Road safety also remains a concern and safe driving habits need to be exercised. UNHCR continues to provide access to staff counsellors and advisories on safety tips are shared with staff.
Since the disaster, Adana FU is directly engaged both operationally and within the coordination for a in provision of support to EQ affected population, while continuing to monitor the protection needs of the refugee population, which requires frequent and constant movement between the three provinces under it AoR. FU Adana operates in three provinces (Adana, Hatay, and Mersin).
The Driver reports to the Senior Protection Officer/Head of Adana Field Unit based in Adana Field Unit and facilitates transportation of staff to daily visits in the area of responsibility with local institutions, and partner organizations as well as meetings with refugees, including in Adana, Hatay, Mersin, and other provinces in the region as required.
Living and Working Conditions:
Adana FU was previously based in Hatay, however, following the February 2023 earthquakes, the administrative location of the FU changed to Adana. While maintaining a fixed presence in Adana, the FU maintains daily presence in Hatay with staff on a rotational basis,. Staff on rotation to Hatay are provided with accommodation and office/workspace at a hotel. For the UNHCR team, overnight accommodation is being constantly identified and reviewed as per the developing situation on the ground.
The overall access to accommodation, supply, and transport facilities in Hatay is currently poor, with plans for quick early recovery. Apartments and flats that were available and generally in good condition with working services as water, gas and electricity remain unavailable, as many physical structures in the town have either collapsed or have been heavily damaged.
With the transfer of the FU from Hatay to Adana, better access to services and daily needs has been established. FU Adana staff have established themselves and their families in Adana, where the availability of housing exists, as well as proper access to Health and other services.
The current situation may require late working hours and weekend work.
Additional Qualifications
Skills
Education
CertificationsDriving License - Other
Work Experience
CompetenciesAccountability, Analytical thinking, Client & results orientation, Commitment to continuous learning, Communication, Organizational awareness, Planning & organizing, Teamwork & collaboration, Technological awareness
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