Driver

Contract

This is a LICA-2 contract. This kind of contract is known as Local Individual Contractor Agreements. It is normally only for nationals. It's an external contract. It usually requires 2 years of experience, depending on education. More about LICA-2 contracts.

Background Information - Job-specific

About UNOPS

UNOPS mission is to serve people in need by expanding the ability of the United Nations, governments and other partners to manage projects, infrastructure and procurement in a sustainable and efficient manner.

Within these three core areas of expertise, UNOPS provides its partners with advisory, implementation and transactional services, with projects ranging from building schools and hospitals, to procuring goods and services and training local personnel. UNOPS works closely with governments and communities to ensure increased economic, social and environmental sustainability for the projects we support, with a focus on developing national capacity.

Working in some of the world’s most challenging environments, our vision is to advance sustainable implementation practices in development, humanitarian and peace building contexts, always satisfying or surpassing partner expectations.

We employ more than 8,000 personnel and on behalf of our partners create thousands more work opportunities in local communities. Through our headquarters in Copenhagen, Denmark and a network of offices, we oversee activities in more than 80 countries.

About UNOPS in Georgia

Established in mid-2018 under the UN umbrella, UNOPS Georgia reports to and works under the guidance of the Vienna sub-regional multi-country office (VIEMCO), which in turn reports to the Eastern and Central Asia region office in Geneva. Currently, UNOPS in Georgia is implementing three projects in the Education, Security and Healthcare sectors. The projects are implemented in close partnership with the Government of Georgia, the European Union and the World Bank.

Functional Responsibilities

Under the guidance and supervision of the Senior Project Support Assistant, the Driver provides reliable and safe driving services to the management, operations staff, Consultants and Experts and other relevant UN officials and visitors, ensuring highest standards of discretion and integrity, sense of responsibility, excellent knowledge of protocol and security issues. The Driver has a client-oriented approach, high sense of responsibility, courtesy, tact and the ability to work with people of different national and cultural backgrounds

Summary of Key Functions

Provides reliable and secure driving services:

• Driving office vehicles for the transport of the Head of Office, operations staff, Consultants and Experts and other high-ranking UN officials and visitors
• Collecting and delivering mail, documents and other items; and
• Meeting official personnel at the airport and facilitating immigration and customs formalities if/as required

Ensures Proper Use of Vehicle - Thorough accurate maintenance of daily vehicle logs - Provision of inputs to preparation of the vehicle maintenance plans and reports

Ensures the Day-to-Day Maintenance of the assigned vehicle - Checking oil, water, battery, brakes, tires etc. - Performing minor repairs and arranging of major repairs; and ensuring that the vehicle is kept clean

Ensures that immediate steps as required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in an accident.

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education

• Completion of Secondary School or equivalent is required;

Work Experience

• Minimum two years of driving experience is required
• Ability to drive manual transmission is required
• Skills in vehicle maintenance/minor vehicle repairs are desirable
• Previous working experience in the UN or other international organization/project is an asset
• Additional related experience or proof of undertaken trainings will be considered as an asset

Language requirements

• Fluency in Georgian is required
• Basic knowledge of English is required

Driving license

• Drivers training with a valid driver’s license for B category is required.

Competencies

Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and externally in order to positively shape the organization. Anticipates and perceives the impact and implications of future decisions and activities on other parts of the organization.(for levels IICA-2, IICA-3, LICA Specialist- 10, LICA Specialist-11, NOC, NOD, P3, P4 and above) Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.

Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles. Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role). Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries. Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements. Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving. Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

Contract type, level and duration

1. Contract type: LICA 2
2. Contract duration: Ongoing

For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link: https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx

Additional Considerations

• Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
• Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• UNOPS seeks to reasonably accommodate candidates with special needs, upon request.
• Work life harmonization - UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands. We have a progressive policy on work-life harmonization and offer several flexible working options. This policy applies to UNOPS personnel on all contract types
• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post
• For retainer contracts, you must complete a few Mandatory Courses (around 4 hours) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS.
• The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.

It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential recruits/interns. Recruitment/internship in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.