Org. Setting and ReportingThis position is located in the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) Mission in Dhaka, Bangladesh. The incumbent reports to the Chief of Mission. ResponsibilitiesWithin limits of delegated authority the Driver will be responsible for the following duties: • Drives vehicles safely for the transport of authorized personnel. • Makes regular deliveries of parcels, documents, etc., between the UN office and other offices and institutions, e.g. Ministries, Embassies, Permanent Missions, etc. • Makes minor purchases and collect urgent purchases from local suppliers as requested. • Collect goods from the customs with due regard to customs regulations and formalities. Maymake or collect payment for goods. • Meets official personnel at the airport and facilitates immigration and customs formalities asrequired. • Deals effectively and tactfully with officials and visitors. • Takes care of the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicles, check oil, water, battery, brakes, tries, etc.; perform minor repairs and arrange for other repairs and ensures that the vehicle is kept clean. • Logs official trips, daily mileage, gas consumption, oil changes, greasing, etc. • Ensures that the steps required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in an accident. Competencies• Professionalism: Knowledge of driving rules and regulations. Knowledge of the area and the current condition of roads and highways, security and safety awareness; familiarity with frequently traveled routes and routines of the more senior staff or the officers. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; 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. Able to perform analysis, modeling and interpretation of data in support of decision-making. • Communication: 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 audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. • Client Orientation: 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. EducationHigh school diploma or equivalent is required. Job - Specific QualificationA valid driver's license and driver training are required. Work ExperienceA minimum of two (2) years of experience as a driver providing driving services with a safe driving record is required. The minimum number of years of relevant experience is reduced to zero (0) years for candidates who possess a first-level university degree. Experience in driving a variety of makes and models of vehicles, including vans and other kinds of motorised vehicles is required. Experience working as a professional driver with an international organization such as the United Nations, an international NGO or a company is desirable. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).