SENIOR DRIVER

Contract

This is a G-3 contract. This kind of contract is known as General Service and related categories. It is normally only for nationals. It usually requires 3 years of experience, depending on education.

Salary

The salary for this job should be more than 465 USD.

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**OVERVIEW** ------------ Post Number : 4PKADM0706RP Grade : G-3 Parent Sector : Field Office Duty Station: Islamabad Job Family: Administration Type of contract : Fixed Term Field Duration of contract : 2 years Recruitment open to : Internal and external candidates Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 03-JAN-2022 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism Long Description ---------------- **Only candidates entitled to work in Pakistan may apply.** **OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST** ----------------------------------------- Under the authority of the Director of Office & UNESCO Representative and the direct supervision of the Administrative Officer (AO), the Senior Driver provides reliable and safe driving services ensuring high accuracy of work to the Head/Director of Office and high ranking UN officials and visitors. Drives the Director of Office, UNESCO/UN officials and staff, including senior and high-ranking officials and visitors. - Ensures provision of reliable and safe driving services. - Meets senior staff, officials and visitors at the airport, including assisting, when required, with basic visa and customs formalities. Where necessary, provides informal translation of basic information from the local language into the working language for Director of the Office and/or official personnel using the vehicle. - Coordinates routes and, where applicable, schedules drivers and vehicles for use on a daily basis. May instruct other drivers in matters pertaining to traffic and safety regulations, office regulations with respect to vehicles and equipment, and safety measures. May coordinate arrangements for major repairs. - Ensures cost-savings through proper upkeep of vehicles and accurate day-to-day maintenance of vehicles and/or coordination of daily vehicle logs; prepares vehicle maintenance logs and reports. Refers to the AO problems such as abuse/ misuse of equipment and vehicles. Provide assistance on installations and use the HF, VHF radio and satellite phone in the vehicle. - Ensures availability of 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; keeps track of insurance and other tax formalities. Ensures that accidents are correctly reported. - Delivers and collects mail and documents and other items as required. When not driving, may perform other duties, such as photocopying, binding, assisting with filing, paying some office bills etc. **COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)** ------------------------------------ Accountability (C) Communication (C) Planning and organizing (C) Teamwork (C) Professionalism (C) **-** ----- For detailed information, please consult the [UNESCO Competency Framework](https://en.unesco.org/sites/default/files/competency_framework_e.pdf). **REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS** --------------------------- **Education** - Completed secondary, technical and/or vocational school education. - Valid driving license. **Work Experience** - Minimum of 2 years of relevant professional experience as a driver with safe driving records. **Skills and Competencies** - Punctuality, - Good knowledge of the rules and regulations involved in the safe and efficient operation of vehicles, - Good knowledge of basic vehicle maintenance procedures, - Good knowledge of the city, local roads and conditions where the office is located, - Communication, ability to work as part of a team, - Service oriented, courtesy and high sense of responsibility. **Languages** - Good knowledge (written and spoken) of English. - Excellent knowledge (written and spoken) of Urdu. **DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS** ---------------------------- **Work experience** - Experience in an international organization, embassy and/or UN system. **Skills and Competencies** - Knowledge of standard office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc). **BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS** ----------------------------- UNESCO’s salaries consist of a basic salary and other benefits which may include if applicable: 30 days annual leave, family allowance, medical insurance, pension plan etc. For more information in benefits and entitlements, please consult [ICSC website.](https://icsc.un.org/) **SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS** ------------------------------------- Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information. To apply, please visit the [UNESCO careers website.](https://careers.unesco.org/careersection/2/joblist.ftl) No modifications can be made to the application submitted. The evaluation of candidates is based on the criteria in the vacancy notice, and may include tests and/or assessments, as well as a competency-based interview. UNESCO uses communication technologies such as video or teleconference, e-mail correspondence, etc. for the assessment and evaluation of candidates. Please note that only selected candidates will be further contacted and candidates in the final selection step will be subject to reference checks based on the information provided. **Footer** ---------- *“UNESCO recalls that paramount consideration in the appointment of staff members shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, technical competence and integrity. UNESCO applies a zero-tolerance policy against all forms of harassment. UNESCO is committed to achieving and sustaining equitable and diverse geographical distribution, as well as gender parity among its staff members in all categories and at all grades. Furthermore, UNESCO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Candidates from non- and under-represented Member States are particularly welcome and strongly encouraged to apply. Individuals from minority groups and indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the highest level of confidentiality. Worldwide mobility is required for staff members appointed to international posts.”* *“UNESCO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process”.*