Driver at United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)

Vacancy Notice No: 2018/VA/067

Position Title: Driver (2 Positions)
Position number: N/A
Grade: G2
Contract Type: Temporary Appointment
Duration of Contract: 2 Months
Duty Stations: Maiduguri
Supervisor: Assistant Finance/Admin Associate
Proposed Starting: ASAP
Date of Issue: 26 October 2018
Deadline for Applications: 01 November 2018
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Driver position in the Office normally falls under direct supervision of the Administrative Officer/Assistant. 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. He/she is required to follow strict instructions and security guidance provided by the
• supervisor. While basic function of a Driver is to drive the official vehicles of UNHCR, he/she may be called upon to perform minor maintenance and repair of UNHCR vehicles.
• The incumbent will have the following responsibilities:
• Drive UNHCR vehicles for the transport of authorized passengers and delivery and collection of mail, documents, UNHCR pouch and other items.
• Meet official personnel at the airport 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
• worthy and maintained up to the established security standards.
• Perform minor repairs and arrange for other repairs and ensure that the vehicle is kept clean.
• Ensure that the steps required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in accident.
• Log official trips, daily mileage, gas consumption, oil changes, greasing, etc.
• Perform other related duties as required.

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completion of Primary Education or equivalent technical or commercial school.
• Minimum 2 years of previous job experience relevant to the function.
• Driving licence, knowledge of driving rules and regulations and skills in minor vehicle repair.
• Good knowledge of English and local language.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES
Mechanical skills.