Driver

Contract

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Result of Service

The office vehicle is safely driven and free of accidents involving the responsibility of the driver - The vehicle is well maintained - All UNEP’s officials carried with the vehicle are satisfied with the behaviour, driving skills and professionalism of the driver - The vehicle did not carry unauthorized personnel - No mechanic issues resulting from the driver’s negligence are observed and other tasks as assigned by the head of office are well executed.

Work Location

Abidjan

Expected duration

12 Months

Duties and Responsibilities

The United Nations Environment Programme (UN Environment) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. UNEP Africa Office represents UN Environment in Africa and coordinates its programme of work in the Region. The Sub-Regional Office for West Africa (SROWA) was established to further enhance UNEP’s effective engagement with Member States, working to widen and foster strategic partnerships and alliances at local, national, sub regional levels with the UN system, regional organizations, centers of excellence, the public and private sectors. The Office for West Africa covers the following countries: Benin, Burkina Faso, Cape Verde, Cote d’Ivoire, The Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea Bissau, Liberia, Mali, Niger, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Senegal, Togo, Mauritania, Cameroon and Gabon. Under the supervision of the Programme Management Assistant, the incumbent is responsible for the following duties: -Drives vehicles safely for the transport of authorized personnel and for the transport of general cargo goods; Ensures that the steps required by rules and regulations are taken in case of accident. -Meets and transports official personnel to and from authorized locations; Deals effectively and tactfully with officials and visitors, including high level delegations on mission in the Country. -Takes care of the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicles, checks oil, water, battery, brakes, tires, etc.; performs minor repairs and arranges for other repairs and ensures that vehicle is kept clean. Logs fuel consumption, maintenance etc. -Makes deliveries of parcels, documents, etc., between the office and other offices and institutions, e.g. UN Agencies, Government Ministries, Embassies, Permanent Missions, etc. -Makes minor purchases and collects urgent purchases from local suppliers as requested. -Supports the Programme Management Assistant in processing vehicle clearances/registration, customs and tax related matters in support of staff of the Regional Office; Applies good judgment in the context of assignments given. -Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/special skills

Completion of secondary school or its equivalent commercial school is required. Must hold a valid Ivorian driving license and have accident-free driving record. A minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in provision of driving services is required. Experience in driving a variety of makes and models, particularly light passenger vehicles is required. An additional three years of professional experience as an official driver/clerk is desirable. Experience working as a professional driver in international organizations such as the United Nations is desirable. Experience driving high-level officials is desirable. Experience in dealing with authorities in expediting customs clearance, visas etc. is desirable.

Languages

For this position, fluency of french is required.The knowledge of English and any other UN language will be an added advantage.

Additional Information

Not available.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.