Field Project Driver

Organizational Setting

The main aim of FAO Country Offices, headed by an FAO Representative, is to assist governments to develop policies, programmes and projects to achieve food security and to reduce hunger and malnutrition, to help develop the agricultural, fisheries and forestry sectors, and to use their environmental and natural resources in a sustainable manner. FAO Lao PDR assists the Government to develop policies, programmes and projects to address the root causes of hunger and malnutrition, to develop the agricultural, fisheries and forestry sectors and to use environmental and natural resources in a sustainable manner. FAO participates in the development and implementation of field projects in the sectors of food security, agriculture and rural development. This requires the integration within the broader framework of sustainable food and agriculture that aims at increasing production and productivity, addressing climate change, and managing natural resources; and enhance rural livelihoods.

The GCP/LAO/030/ROK Project “Building Climate-Resilient and Eco-friendly Agriculture Systems and Livelihoods (Climate REAL)” under the FAO-LAO programme aims to enhance resilience to climate-related disasters and environmental sustainability of agriculture systems and livelihoods in Attapeu Province.

Reporting Lines

Under the overall guidance of the FAO Representative in Lao PDR and direct supervision of the International Operations Specialist and in close collaboration with the Provincial Project Coordinator and Project Assistant.

Technical Focus

The incumbent will be primarily responsible for supporting the successful implementation of the project on the ground

Tasks and responsibilities

• Responsible for driving office vehicle for the transport of authorized personnel at duty station or on field mission;
• Meet official personnel at the airport and facilitating immigration and customs formalities as required;
• Responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle, including check oil, water, battery, brakes, tires, perform minor repairs and arranging for other repairs and ensure that the vehicle is kept clean;
• Ensure that standard accessories such as, spare wheel, tow, rope, jack and other necessary tools are inside the care are in excellent working condition. Ensure that fire extinguisher and first aid kit are always in the car with valid usage dates and notify the operations staff of approaching validity dates of these items;
• Log official trips, daily mileage, gas consumption, oil change and greasing;
• Ensure that all vehicle logbook, technical and plate registration document are always up-to-date, accurate, and stored inside the vehicle. On regular intervals, the logbooks are submitted to Operations staff for review.
• Be familiar and respect all traffic rules, speed limits and drive according to the road and weather conditions and thus ensuring maximum safety of the vehicle and passengers;
• Ensure mandatory use of seat belts by everybody travelling in the vehicle;
• Abstain from alcohol consumption while on duty;
• Ensure that the steps required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in car accident;
• Deliver and collect mails, documents, and other items from and to the post office, government agencies and other institutions;
• Assist staff in performing simple clerical duties, such as filing, document binding, record keeping, answering telephones as needed.
• Assist the project staff during the field mission as needed.
• Perform other related duties as required.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma
• At least 3 years of relevant work experience.
• Working knowledge of English language.
• National of Laos.

FAO Core Competencies

• Results Focus
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Building Effective Relationships
• Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Technical/Functional Skills:

• Good driving skills
• Vehicle maintenance skills
• Good communication skills
• Relevant experience in project and field administration support would be an asset
• At least 1 year experience with the INGOs, UN agencies or development partners would be an advantage.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing)
• Incomplete applications will not be considered. If you need help please contact: [email protected]
• Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted
• Only language proficiency certificates from UN accredited external providers and/or FAO language official examinations (LPE, ILE, LRT) will be accepted as proof of the level of knowledge of languages indicated in the online applications
• For additional employment opportunities visit the FAO employment website: http://www.fao.org/employment/home/en/