Driver (2 positions)

Organizational Setting

FAO Representation in Sierra Leone implements an integrated food security programme, focusing on diversification of livelihoods, managing natural resources and building resilience. The office employs diverse team of experts locally, but also attracts the available technical experts from the region and the Head Quarters (HQ). FAO works in close partnership with the Government of Sierra Leone, farmers and other stakeholders, supporting plans and policies that affect the food and nutrition security in the country; our work is a part of the corporate commitment to support countries to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030, especially SDG 2 on Zero Hunger.

Reporting Lines

Under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative in Sierra Leone this position will be directly supervised by the Assistant FAOR

Technical Focus

Within the framework of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), the functional and administrative supervision of the FAO Representative in Sierra Leone, the FAO country Representation Operations/Admin teams, the incumbent will undertake the following duties and responsibilities:

Tasks and responsibilities

• Transport FAO staff and other authorized personnel to operational areas including to and from office (where applicable), meetings around Freetown, field operations in the provinces, airport/ferry terminal pick up; • Delivery and collection of mails, documents and other official items as and when instructed to do so; • Ensure assigned FAO vehicle is conscientiously and appropriately maintained including daily cleanliness; • Ensure that circulation/movement of assigned vehicle is against a duly filled and authorized transport request form; • Ensure regular and thorough service of the assigned vehicle and promptly report (in writing) any concerns or recommendations to the FAO Representative or his/her designate; • Regularly serve as duty driver on rotation basis; • Ensure the assigned FAO vehicle is adequately and fully equipped for safe use; • Ensure the assigned FAO vehicle is judiciously used for official purposes and report and misuse (in writing) to the FAO Representative or his/her designate; • Ensure proper use of fuel allocated to the assigned vehicle and report any misuse (in writing) to the FAO Representative or his/her designate; • Ensure appropriate compilation of vehicle movement and fuel consumption through a proper and clean use of log book; • Ensure day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle(s), check oil, water battery, tyres, etc • Perform minor repairs and timely arrangement for any other repairs necessary to keep the vehicle safe and technically sound at all times in clean condition • Handle local and organizational formalities when involved in an accident; ensure that in this case all organizational and local country rules, regulations and procedures and followed correctly. • Responsible for keeping his/her driving license valid and for conforming to the traffic code and for meeting requirements for driving motor vehicles driven by him/her

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

• Must have completed Senior Secondary Education; • 5 years of relevant experience with a valid motor vehicle driving license; • Working knowledge of English with good communications and writing skills; • National of Sierra Leone.

FAO Core Competencies

• Results Focus • Teamwork • Communication • Building Effective Relationships • Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Technical/Functional Skills

• Extent and relevance of experience in vehicle technician/auto -technician • Extent and relevance of experience with UN or international organizations • Should have received professional driving lessons and been tested • Certificate of motor vehicle technician will be added advantage

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing)
• Incomplete applications will not be considered. If you need help please contact: [email protected]
• Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted
• Please note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at http://www.whed.net/
• For additional employment opportunities visit the FAO employment website: http://www.fao.org/employment/home/en/
• Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.