Driver

Consultant Admin

Overview

Drive RCO vehicles safely for the transport of authorized personnel and cargo.

You have:

• A minimum of High school diploma/completion of secondary school or equivalent is required.
• A minimum of two (2) years' continuous driving experience with a safe driving record, is required.
• Experience in driving a variety of makes and models of vehicles, including vans and other kinds of motorized vehicles, is required.
• Experience with the United Nations or any International organizations is desirable.
• Fluency in oral and written English is required.
• A valid National Driver license is required.
• A defensive driving certificate is desirable.

Contract

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Result of Service

Drives RCO vehicles safely for the transport of authorized personnel and general cargo goods including delivery of parcels, documents, etc.

Work Location

RCO-Liberia

Expected duration

Six (6) Months

Duties and Responsibilities

Organization Setting and Reporting The UN Secretary-General launched on 1 January 2019 a bold and new global reform which repositioned the UN Development System to deliver more effectively and efficiently with the achievement of the 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals. As part of this reform, UN Resident Coordinator Offices (UN RCO), under the leadership of an empowered and independent UN Resident Coordinator - the highest-ranking official of the UN Development System and Representative of the UN Secretary-General at country level - support countries in the achievement of their development priorities and the attainment of the SDGs. This position is located in the UN Resident Coordinator's Office in Monrovia, Liberia. The incumbent reports administratively to the Team Leader. Responsibilities: Within limits of delegated authority, the Driver / Protocol Liaison will interact with staff in immediate office; embassies, ministries, consulates, other international organizations and NGOs etc, and will be responsible for the following duties: • Drives vehicles safely for the transport of authorized personnel and for the transport of general cargo goods • Makes deliveries of parcels, documents, etc., between the office and other offices and institutions, e.g. Ministries, Embassies, Permanent Missions, etc. • Makes minor purchases and collect urgent purchases from local suppliers as requested. Collect goods from the customs with due regard to customs regulations and formalities. May make or collect payment for goods. • Meets official personnel at the airport. • Deals effectively and tactfully with officials and visitors. • Takes care of the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicles, check oil, water, battery, brakes, tires, and vehicle tools.; perform minor repairs and arranges for other repairs and ensures that vehicle is kept clean. • Reports any damage or loss of vehicle tools • Logs fuel consumption, maintenance etc. • Ensures that the steps required by rules and regulations are taken in case of accident. • Applies good judgment in the context of assignments given. • Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications/special skills

A minimum of High school diploma/completion of secondary school or equivalent is required. A minimum of two (2) years' continuous driving experience with a safe driving record, is required. Experience in driving a variety of makes and models of vehicles, including vans and other kinds of motorized vehicles, is required. Experience with the United Nations or any International organizations is desirable.

Languages

Fluency in oral and written English is required.

Additional Information

A valid National Driver license is required. A defensive driving certificate is desirable.

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.

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