Driver at UN High Commissioner For Refugees - UNHCR

Position Numbers:10023786/ 10023787

Category and Level:GL-2

Duty Station:UNHCR Representation, Abuja

Section:Administration

Type of Contract:Fixed Term Appointment

Duration of Contract:One Year (with possible renewal)

Date of Entry on Duty: 1^st April 2015

Closing Date: 17 March 2015

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the direct supervision of the Senior Admin Assistant, the incumbent will assume the following tasks in accordance with the principles and human values of the United Nations and in adherence with the UNHCR Code of Conduct:

1. Drive UNHCR vehicles for the transport of authorized passengers and delivery and collection of mail, documents, UNHCR pouch and other items.
2. Meet official personnel at the airport and facilitate immigration and customs formalities as required.
3. 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.
4. Perform minor repairs and arrange for other repairs and ensure that the vehicle is kept clean.
5. Ensure that the steps required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in accident.
6. Log official trips, daily mileage, gas consumption, oil changes, greasing, etc.
7. 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 license, knowledge of driving rules and regulations and skills in minor vehicle repair.
• Good knowledge of English and local language.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES

• Mechanical skills
• Computer skills