Driver, GS-2, Tunis, Tunisia, 364 Days

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This is a G-2 contract. This kind of contract is known as General Service and related categories. It is normally only for nationals. It usually requires 2 years of experience, depending on education.

Salary

The salary for this job should be more than 591 USD.

Salary for a G-2 contract in Tunisia

The salary of a G-2 depends on the duty station. The minimum salary there is 1,846 TND (~591 USD) Please note that depending on the location, a higher post adjustment might still result in a lower purchasing power.

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UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.

Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.

And we never give up.

For every child, [Hope]

Purpose of the Job:

Under the supervision of the Administrative Associate, incumbent of the post will be overall responsible for the driving and maintenance of the UNICEF car. H/She will also support on protocol related to staff travel, work permits, visas and staff privileges. H/She demonstrates a client-oriented approach, high sense of responsibility, courtesy, tact and the ability to work with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.

Main tasks/responsibilities:

Driver will be responsible for the following main tasks:

1) Drive office vehicles for the transport of UNICEF staff, officials and visitors and delivery and collection of mail, documents and other items, and meeting official personnel and visitors at the airport and may include assisting with basic visa, immigration and customs formalities when required.

2) Ensures vehicle is kept in good running condition at all times by carrying out minor repairs, making arrangements for major repairs, timely changes of oil, check of tires, brakes, water levels and car washing.

3) Ensures availability of all the required documents/supplies including vehicle insurance, vehicle registration, vehicle logs, office directory, map of the city/country, first aid kit, and necessary spare parts in the assigned vehicle.

4) Liaise with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and/or Protocol unit for troubleshooting of any protocol related matters.

5) Assist staff members and their recognized dependents in processing and following up their requests for visas, resident permits and diplomatic identification as well as other necessary related documents in accordance with the requirement of the United Nations and the Host Country. Also assist in customs clearances/exemptions, and other related services.

6) Facilitate airport lounge bookings including meeting and greeting airports in support of departure and arrival of senior staff.

7) Arrange airport transfers of high-level officials and UNICEF visitors such as donors and support to expedite customs and immigration procedures as necessary.

8) Any other office tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

Qualifications and Experience required:

• Minimum Secondary Education Certificate with a valid driver’s license and knowledge of local driving rules and regulations.

• Minimum two years of work experience in driving office vehicles in an international organization, embassy or UN system with a safe driving record. Prior experience of handling protocol related tasks is desirable.

Language Requirements:

• Fluency in English and the local language (Arabic/French) required.

For every Child, you demonstrate...

UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: https://uni.cf/UNICEFValues

UNICEF competencies required for this post are…

(1) Builds and maintains partnerships.

(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness.

(3) Drive to achieve results for impact.

(4) Innovates and embraces change.

(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity.

(6) Thinks and acts strategically.

(7) Works collaboratively with others.

During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.

We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.

UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.

Remarks:

UNICEF’s active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable Female Candidate are encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (COVID). Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.

Added 1 year ago - Updated 1 year ago - Source: unicef.org