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Ensure safe transportation and vehicle maintenance for authorized personnel.
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Overview
Ensure safe transportation and vehicle maintenance for authorized personnel.
You have:
- Middle level education (at least 8th standard) and a valid drivers' license.
- At least 2 years' work experience as a driver with a safe driving record.
- Very good knowledge of driving/traffic rules and regulations.
- Knowledge of topography of the duty station and surrounding areas.
- Ability to read, write and describe mechanical troubles, skills in minor vehicle repairs.
- Knowledge of first aid desirable.
- Knowledge of English and good knowledge of the local language.
Contract
This is a G-2 contract. This kind of contract is known as General Service and related categories. It is normally only for nationals. It usually requires 2 years of experience, depending on education. More about G-2 contracts.
OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME
To provide safe and smooth transportation facilities by adhering to all the applicable rules and regulations.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
Under the overall guidance of NPO (Administrative Services), NO-B, and direct supervision of NPO (Administrative Support), NO-A, the incumbent performs the following duties:
1. Provide transportation of authorized personnel and delivery of various items/commodities, including diplomatic pouches following authorized routing and UN safety and security rules and regulations and report any traffic disruptions or incidents caused by civil unrest.
2. Meet official personnel and visitors at the airport or other entry points and provide basic assistance with visa and customs formalities to facilitate smooth and safe entry.
3. Ensure accurate maintenance of the vehicle log books and daily reporting to the supervisor on mechanical issues status ensuring efficient vehicle use and fuel consumption supporting accurate accounting and cost-efficiency.
4. Maintain the assigned vehicle in a good condition, including all equipment and ensuring that any major mechanical issues are reported to the supervisor. Any regular servicing or maintenance repair work should be monitored both for correctness and for accomplishment on time, as requested.
5. Follow established rules and regulations for driving and deliveries and /or in cases of an accident, ensure that all rules and local requirements are adhered to and report immediately to the supervisor on any apparent problems to seek instructions.
6. Take suitable precautions for the security of the office vehicle and its content when left unattended and ensure office vehicle is properly parked in the designated place during non-working hours.
7. If required, perform basic office related tasks such as filing, photocopying and maintaining stores including delivery/collection of various items, mailing service and payment of bills to ensure administrative support to Country Office.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Essential: Middle level education (at least 8th standard). Must possess a valid drivers' license.
Experience
Essential: At least 2 (two) years' work experience as a driver with safe driving record.
Skills
- Very good knowledge of driving/traffic rules and regulations, knowledge of topography of the duty station and the surrounding areas;
- Knowledge of protocol courtesies;
- Tidy appearance, ability to read, write and describe mechanical troubles, skills in minor vehicle repairs,
- Knowledge of first aid desirable.
- Ability to read maps and plans.
WHO Competencies
- Teamwork
- Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
- Communication
Use of Language Skills
Essential: Knowledge of English. Good knowledge of local language.
REMUNERATION
WHO offers staff in the General Services category an attractive remuneration package, which for the above position includes an annual net base salary starting at INR 509,843 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable) and 30 days of annual leave.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level.
Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.
A written test may be used as a form of screening.
In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO 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 through the link: http://www.whed.net/. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.
Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual.
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WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.
This post is subject to local recruitment and will be filled by persons recruited in the local commuting area of the duty station.
Potential interview questions
| Describe a time when you had to deal with a difficult traffic situation. | Understanding how you handle challenging situations shows your problem-solving skills and calmness under pressure. | Provide details on the situation, your actions, and the outcome. |
| How do you ensure the safety of your passengers when driving? | This question assesses your awareness and practices regarding passenger safety. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you tell us about a time when you performed minor vehicle repairs? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you manage your vehicle's fuel consumption? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What steps do you take to ensure your vehicle remains in good condition? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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Updated 1 year ago
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