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

Background Information - UNOPS Hub in Amman

The UNOPS Hub in Amman implements projects in Jordan, Lebanon, Iraq, Syria, Turkey, and Yemen, in partnership with bilateral donors, national governments, and other UN agencies. With an established presence across the region, the office runs operations including large-scale procurement, project development, and technical management, and provides financial, human resources, and infrastructure-related services. The functional objective of UNOPS Hub in Amman is to deliver its projects in an efficient and effective manner and in line with the principles, rules and regulations of UNOPS, in order to support the response to the current needs and national priorities in the region.

Background Information – Country Specific

UNOPS is implementing multiple projects in Lebanon across various sectors, with funding from international donors. These projects aim to enhance healthcare access by providing medical equipment and solar PV systems, address solid waste management, and improve critical municipal services, in addition to other vital economic sectors. Additionally, these projects seek to enhance the resilience of the Beirut and Bourj Hammoud municipalities, which were impacted by the Beirut Port explosion. This involves rehabilitating damaged municipal infrastructure and assets, as well as restoring essential urban services such as water and sanitation, roads, waste management, and energy, including renewable sources, all while adopting an integrated and gender-sensitive approach. These efforts contribute to an improved quality of life and the creation of local economic activities for all residents. These projects align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDG).

Functional Responsibilities

Under the guidance and supervision of the Programme Management Advisor, the Driver provides reliable and safe driving services for the transport of authorized personnel. 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.

Specific Responsibilities

Provides reliable and secure driving services by: - Driving vehicles safely for the transport of authorized personnel, materials and equipment; - Collecting and delivering mail, documents and other items; - Meeting official personnel at the airport, ports, the Lebanese- Syrian borders crossover points, etc..; and - Facilitating immigration and customs formalities as required.

Ensures proper use of vehicle through: - Accurate maintenance of daily vehicle logs; and - Provision of inputs to preparation of the vehicle maintenance plans and reports.

Ensures the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle by: - Checking oil, water, battery, brakes, tries, etc.; - Performing minor repairs and arranging for major repairs; - Ensuring that the vehicle is kept clean at all times; and - Any other relevant task.

Ensures availability of all the required documents/supplies including: - Vehicle insurance, vehicle logs, office directory, map of the city/country, first aid kit, necessary spare parts; - Maintenance of accurate fuel logs; and - Any other relevant task.

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

Performs other related assignments as requested by supervisors

Monitoring and Progress Controls

• Vehicles must be maintained clean at all times.
• Accident- and incident-free.
• Checking of maintenance and fuel logs on a regular basis.

Final Product

• To transport goods and personnel safely and in compliance with security and traffic rules from location to point of destination.
• Driving condition target of vehicle achieved.
• Quality of vehicle book data.

The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.

Competencies

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.

Education/Experience/Language requirements

a. Education

• Completion of secondary school or equivalent.
• Drivers’ training certificate is highly desirable.
• Certificate in driving Armored Vehicle/B6 is desirable.

b. Work Experience

• At least two (2) years of relevant expeirnce working as a driver.
• Knowledge of driving rules and regulations is required.
• Skills in minor vehicle repairs is desirable.
• Valid driver’s license (Public Car Driving License) is required.
• Working with UN Agencies is an asset.

C. Languages

• Writing and speaking Arabic is required. Intermediate level writing and speaking English is required.

d. Key Competencies

• Fluency in writing and speaking English is an asset.
• Good knowledge of Lebanon and the current condition of roads and highways, security and safety awareness; ability to apply good judgment in the context of assignments given.
• High sense of responsibility; operate in compliance with road and safety regulations and rules.
• Excellent knowledge of protocol.
• Excellent knowledge of security issues.
• Ability to adhere to work assignments and meet designated deadlines.
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.
• Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure.
• Responds positively to critical feedback and differing points of views.
• Respect for cultural diversity, including race, gender, or ethnic background.

Contract type, level and duration

Contract type: Local ICA contractual modality Contract level: LICA 2 Contract duration: Open-ended, subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance

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 Information

• Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.
• UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce.
• Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply. These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.
• We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process. If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.

Terms and Conditions

• 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 (they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. For more information on a retainer contract here.
• All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.
• It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.