Back Driver, Nairobi, Kenya

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WFP seeks candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles.

Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis, and we are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance.

Posting Dates

Date Issued: 19th March 2021

Closing Date: 2nd April 2021

About WFP

The United Nations World Food Programme is the world's largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide and the 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes.

Why Join WFP

In Somalia, the World Food Programme provides food assistance for nutrition, livelihoods, and relief through the hard work of more than 500 employees who contribute to making Somalia hunger-free in close partnership with local partners.

This position is open to qualified Kenyan candidates. Female candidates are especially encouraged to apply.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the Sr. Administration Associate and overall supervision of the Finance and Administration Officer, the incumbent will undertake the following:

• Provide reliable driving services by using assigned transport means for the transport of authorized WFP staff members, officials, visitors, goods, documents, mail and other items as per UN safety and security rules and regulations.
• Meet official personnel and visitors at the airport or other entry points and provide basic assistance, including translation of basic conversations from/to the local language as well as support with customs/immigration formalities where necessary.
• Responsable for day to day operation, cleanliness and maintenance of the assigned vehicle; checks oil, fuel, water, battery, brakes, tyres.
• Maintain a daily log of all journeys made recording mileage, date, passengers, odometer readings, fuel consumption, oil changes etc.
• Safeguard vehicle security (door locks, security-locks) etc. Monitor the security and serviceability of WFP assets (communications equipment, antennas).
• Safeguard and account for a range of basic tools, including spanners, flat and star screwdrivers, allen keys, flashlight, spare fuses, towlines, jumper cables, hand winch, tyre repair kits.
• Identify any apparent problems during field missions/deliveries and report them to the supervisor.
• Follow established rules and regulations for field deliveries and/or in cases of an accident, and report immediately to the supervisor on any apparent problems.
• Outside driving duties, perform basic office related tasks such as filing, photocopying and maintaining stores when required.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Completion of secondary school education. A post-secondary certificate in administration or related functional area is desirable.

Experience: Two or more years of work experience as a Driver, preferably in an international organization, embassy or UN system with a demonstrated safe driving record. Experience in driving a variety of makes and models of vehicles, including vans, trucks and other kinds of motorized vehicles. Experience in defensive driving is desirable..

Language: Fluency in both oral and written communication in English and Swahili is a requirement.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Knowledge of driving rules and regulations, chauffeur protocol and courtesies, local roads/waterways and conditions, and security issues.
• Knowledge of the vehicle loading capacity and other parameters.
• Knowledge of driving/boat operating rules and regulations whichever applicable.
• Knowledge of safety standards and safety equipment (e.g. fire extinguishers, buoyant wearable safety devices, etc.).
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Basic skills to assist in case of emergency, knowledge of first aid basic methods.
• Knowledge and ability to use radio, email, telephone and other applications.
• Ability to assess vehicles for mechanical fitness and skills in minor vehicle repairs.
• Ability to demonstrate a client-oriented approach, high sense of responsibility, courtesy and tact.

Terms and Conditions

Contract Duration: 1 Year (initial)

Application Instructions

Interested and qualified candidates are requested to submit online applications through E-Recruitment.

For this vacancy, priority consideration will be given to qualified internal candidates.

Applications that do not meet the above requirements will be disregarded. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Female applicants and qualified applicants from developing countries are especially encouraged to apply

WFP has zero tolerance for discrimination and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV/AIDS status.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.

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