Driver
Provide transportation/messenger services to the Country Office Staff.
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Overview
Provide transportation/messenger services to the Country Office Staff.
You have:
- Secondary school education.
- Possession of valid driver's license.
- Two years of work experience as a driver. Flawless, safe driving record.
- Working knowledge (level C) of English, and Arabic.
- National of Jordan.
Organizational Setting
The main aim of the FAO country offices, which are headed by an FAO Representative, is to assist governments to develop policies, programmes and projects to achieve food security and to reduce hunger and malnutrition, to help develop the agricultural, fisheries and forestry sectors, and to use their environmental and natural resources in a sustainable manner.
Reporting Lines
The Driver works under the overall supervision of the Admin Officer and direct supervision of the staff in charge of transportation.
Technical Focus
Provide transportation/messenger services to the Country Office Staff. He / she ensures the safety, technical soundness and comfort of the vehicle(s) assigned.
Tasks and responsibilities
• Drive the country office staff and their official visitors on official trips, and drive for the FAO Representative and his/her visitors on occasions, as necessary. • Meet staff and official visitors at the airport; facilitate immigration, customs formalities, hotel check-in and other local formalities. • Log official trips, daily mileage, gas consumption, transportation/vehicle related expenditures, vehicle servicing, repairs, etc. • Ensure day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle(s); checks oil, water, battery, tires, etc.; perform minor repairs and timely arrange for any other repairs necessary to keep the vehicle safe and technically sound at all times; maintain the vehicle(s) in clean conditions. • Handle local and organizational formalities when involved in an accident; ensure that in this case all organizational and local/country rules, regulations and procedures are followed correctly. • Collect and deliver mail, documents, pouches and other communications/items from and to the country office; go to the post office, airport, government agencies, other UN agencies, institutions, project sites, etc. to take and deliver items and communications; keep records as required. • When needed, assist the country office staff in performing simple clerical duties such as making and answering telephone calls, making photocopies, keeping records, etc. • Perform other related duties as required.
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
Minimum Requirements
• Secondary school education. • Possession of valid driver's license. • Two years of work experience as a driver. Flawless, safe driving record. • Working knowledge (level C) of English, and Arabic. • National of Jordan
Competencies
• Results Focus • Team Work • Communication • Building effective relationships • Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
Technical Skills
• Good knowledge of the local driving rules and regulations; skills in minor vehicle repair. • A high degree of punctuality and reliability is required. • Safe driving manner. Good sense of direction and knowledge of local conditions. • Ability to cope with extended working hours.
Female candidates are encouraged to apply!
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.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time when you had to handle an unexpected situation while driving? | We want to assess your ability to think on your feet and manage unforeseen circumstances. | Provide a specific scenario, detailing the problem and how you navigated through it. |
| How do you ensure the vehicle is safe and well-maintained? | This question aims to evaluate your commitment to vehicle safety and upkeep. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe how you would manage the logistics of picking up visitors from the airport. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What do you do to stay updated on local driving regulations? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How would you handle a situation where you face heavy traffic on your way to an important appointment? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
Added 3 years ago
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Updated 1 year ago
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Source:
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