Driver G2

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Are you ready for SAVING LIVES CHANGING LIVES of the world's most vulnerable people? If yes, this opportunity is for you!

WFP seeks candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles. Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis, and we are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Job Title: Driver Grade: G2 Vacancy Number: 158546 Contract type: Fixed Term Duration: 12 months extendable Duty Station: Thimphu, Bhutan

ABOUT WFP

The World Food Programme (WFP) has been in Bhutan since 1974. After 45 years of support to school meals in Bhutan, WFP, through the Country Strategic Plan (2019 – 2023) is shifting its focus from food support for school feeding to providing institutional strengthening and capacity development in nutrition and emergency preparedness and response. WFP Bhutan will support the Government’s graduation from Least Developed Country status to Lower Middle Income Country Status by 2023.

WFP is leading UN Sustainable Development Partnership Framework (UNSDPF) (2019 – 2023) outcomes on setting up national rapid post-disaster needs assessment capacity; national rice fortification programme; transition of the National School Feeding Programme to a National School Nutrition Programme; and strengthening national capacity to prepare for and respond to disasters. For nutrition, WFP is also assisting the Government in developing a national framework for improvement of dietary and health practices among school aged children (6-18 years). This will support the Government’s transition of the National School Feeding Programme to a National School Nutrition Programme. Further, WFP will support a planned scale-up of the school feeding programme with supply chain cost optimization, linking farmers to schools and school infrastructure. For emergency preparedness and response (EPR), WFP is assisting the Government in setting up national platforms to guide coordination, actions and investments in EPR. WFP is taking the lead for the UN in emergency preparedness and response.

To address the accelerating inequalities between countries and within the country caused by new technology, including artificial intelligence, the WFP is introducing a number of innovations that are integrated into national frameworks, build national human capital and support the Government driving down costs of programmes/services through use of new technology.

The Job holders will report directly to the Budget & Programming Associate, Finance & Administration unit of WFP Bhutan

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

1. Provide transportation of authorized personnel with safety and/or delivery of various items/commodities following authorized routing and UN safety and security rules and regulations to ensure safe and efficient services. 2. Meet official personnel and visitors at the airport or other entry points and provide basic assistance with visa and customs formalities as required. 3. Responsible that the assigned vehicle is kept clean and in a good condition including all equipment, the maintenance is done on time, vehicle is fully equipped with required travel authorizations and supplies, and any mechanical issues are reported to the supervisor to ensure safe and efficient services. Prepare requisition for fuel replenishment. 4. Follow established rules and regulations for field deliveries and in cases of an accident, and report immediately to the supervisor on any apparent problems, to seek for instructions and facilitate informative decisions on the way forward. 5. Perform basic official duties as required such as supporting meetings/workshops, following up on official visa and work permit with Foreign Ministry and immigration, photocopying, purchasing office supplies and vehicles spare parts, supporting preparing of leave and travel plan for drivers and maintain logbook for vehicle.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Qualifications: Completion of secondary school education. Formal drivers training with a valid driver’s license/certification to operate assigned vehicle following local rules and regulations.

Requirements: Two years’ work experience as a driver; safe driving record.

Desirable & Skills: • Knowledge of driving rules and regulations, chauffeur protocol and courtesies, local roads/and conditions, and security issues. • Knowledge of safety standards and safety equipment • Experience in defensive driving is desirable • Knowledge and ability to use radio, email, telephone and other applications. • Ability to demonstrate a client-oriented approach, high sense of responsibility, courtesy, and tact.

Language: English and Dzongkha.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

Thursday 3 March 2022 at 23:59 Bhutan Time

This vacancy announcement is for Nationals from Bhutan. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. To be considered, interested candidates are invited to apply through the WFP careers website (https://www.wfp.org/careers/job-openings).

Female applicants and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

WFP is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organisation. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the selection & recruitment process, and for work-related needs upon joining the Programme. WFP has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, abuse of authority or discrimination. All selected candidates will, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.

JOB PURPOSE

To provide efficient and safe transportation of authorized personnel and/or commodities.

4Ps CORE ORGANISATIONAL CAPABILITIES

Purpose

• Understand and communicate the Strategic Objectives: Builds an understanding of WFP’s Strategic Objectives.
• Be a force for positive change: Approaches individual tasks and responsibilities with a positive attitude and demeanor.
• Make the mission inspiring to our team: Understands the impact of WFP activities in beneficiary communities.
• Make our mission visible in everyday actions: Connects individual tasks and responsibilities to unit’s goals and mission.

People

• Look for ways to strengthen people's skills: Seeks opportunities to build and enhance individual skills.
• Create an inclusive culture: Demonstrates respect and understanding for diversity and cultural differences.
• Be a coach & provide constructive feedback: Identifies and approaches colleagues or supervisors to serve as coaches.
• Create an “I will”/”We will” spirit: Sets clear goals and measurable targets for own tasks and responsibilities.

Performance

• Encourage innovation & creative solutions: Assesses own tasks and responsibilities to find ways to be more efficient.
• Focus on getting results: Maintains accurate records of completion times and tasks in own areas of responsibility.
• Make commitments and make good on commitments: Understands responsibilities and the metrics associated with own tasks.
• Be Decisive: Notifies supervisors of dangerous situations or potential issues that may arise while in the field or office.

Partnership

• Connect and share across WFP units: Understands WFP’s organizational structure, including the purpose and mission of each unit.
• Build strong external partnerships: Supports team in working with colleagues and WFP’s partners in the field toward common goals.
• Be politically agile & adaptable: Maintains a professional and courteous relationship with other WFP employees and partners in the field.
• Be clear about the value WFP brings to partnerships: Understands own team’s contributions in its partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.

FUNCTIONAL CAPABILITIES

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OTHER SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS

This section is optional to describe additional responsibilities & knowledge required for the specific job

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

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All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.