Back Driver (SC2 level), (Net salary in USD_min. 705.23, Mid, 852.38)

Under the guidance and supervision of the Admin Analyst and direct supervisor, the Driver provides reliable and safe driving services ensuring high accuracy of work. The Driver demonstrates a client-oriented approach, high sense of responsibility, courtesy, tact and the ability to work with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.

The  Driver  provides  driving  services  to  the  operations  and  programme  staff  in  the  CO, Consultants and Experts and UN staff on mission

Summary of key functions:

• Provision of reliable and secure driving services
• Proper use of vehicle
• Day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle
• Availability of documents/ supplies
• Takes immediate action in response to accidents

1. Ensures provision of reliable and secure driving services by  a) driving office vehicles  for the transport of authorized personnel and delivery and collection of mail, documents and other items and b) meeting official personnel and visitors at the airport, visa and customs formalities arrangement when required. c) Understanding of route planning and security measures;

2. Ensures cost-savings through proper use of vehicle through accurate maintenance of daily vehicle logs, provision of inputs to preparation of the vehicle  maintenance  plans  and reports;

3. Ensures proper day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle through timely  minor repairs, arrangements for major repairs, timely changes of oil, check of tires, brakes, bar washing, etc;

4. Ensures availability of all the required documents/supplies including vehicle insurance, vehicle logs, office directory, map of the city/country, first  aid  kit  and  necessary spare parts;

5. Ensures that all immediate actions  required by rules and  regulations are taken  in case of involvement in accidents.

Corporate Competencies:

• Demonstrates commitment to UNDP’s mission, vision and values;
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
• Teamwork: Good Interpersonal skills, ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity;
• Communication: Ability to write in a clear and concise manner and to communicate effectively orally;
• Must be willing to work on shifts including some nights, weekends and official holidays duty;
• Pleasant personality, clean and well groomed;
• Perform any other relevant duties as required.

Functional Competencies:

Knowledge Management and Learning:

• Shares knowledge and experience;
• Provides helpful feedback and advice to others in the office.

Development and Operational Effectiveness:

• Demonstrates excellent knowledge of driving rules and regulations and skills in minor vehicle repair;
• Demonstrates excellent knowledge of protocol;
• Demonstrates excellent knowledge of security issues.

Leadership and Self-Management:

• Focuses on result for the client;
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude;
• Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure;
• Responds positively to critical feedback and differing points of views.

Education:

• Secondary Education. Valid Driver’s license.  

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years work experience as a driver with UN or International Organizations;
• Good knowledge of driving rules and regulations;
• Good skills in minor vehicles repair;
• Experience in driving various types of vehicles;
• Good familiarity of Yangon and other major cities in the country;

Language Requirements:

• Good knowledge of English and fluency in Myanmar 

Contract Duration: Initial one year