Vacancy For ERT Driver at United Nations Development Programme

⏲ Jun 6, 2018, 9:59 AM
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United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), helps developing countries attract and use aid effectively. In all our activities, we encourage the protection of human rights, capacity development and the empowerment of women. We are recruiting to fill the vacant position below: Job Title: ERT Driver Job ID: 16666 Location: Maiduguri Grade: SB1 Vacancy Type: Service Contract (SC) Posting Type: External Contract Duration: Initial duration of one year Slot: 2 Background

Under the overall guidance and direct supervision of the FSCO and oversight of the LSA, the duties of the ERT Driver will be, but not limited to the following;

Duties and Responsibilities

Ensures provision of reliable and safe driving services by driving office vehicles for the transport of Police or Army elements composing the Emergency Response Team, UN staff, officials and visitors in the field office.
Ensures availability of all required documents and components/gadgets of the assigned vehicle without loss of any.
Maintains tracks of insurance and other relevant formalities and liaise with NE FSCO for renewal as at when due.
Ensures that the steps required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in an accident/incident.
Maintains the standard procedure and practice in fuelling and servicing.
Performs other tasks as assigned by the supervisor.
Ability to embark on field missions to states within the area of responsibiliteis
Ensures cost saving through proper use of vehicle through accurate maintenance of daily vehicle logs, provision of inputs in preparation of the vehicle maintenance plans and reports.
In liaison with the Northeast FSCO, ensures day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle through timely minor repairs, arrangements for major repairs and routine services as required.
Ensure proper use of vehicle maintenance plans and assistance in preparing vehicle history report.
Provide support for routine security patrol, escort and emergency reaction response as well as may be required.
Provides necessary services like despatch and collection of mails as may be directed.

Impact of Results

The key results have an impact on the efficiency of the UNDSS field office in Maiduguri and on the accurate and timely implementation of the overall UN security programme at the country level.

Competencies

Commitment to the ideals of the United Nations Charter and the Organization’s core values – Professionalism, Integrity and Respect for Diversity

Planning and Organizing:

Demonstrated ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor his/her own work plan with minimum supervision. Ability to work under pressure or in crisis situations. Availability to travel within the area of responsibility.

Creativity:

Ability to actively seek to improve services, offer new and different options to solve problems/meet client needs, and promote and persuade others to consider new ideas

Teamwork:

Proven interpersonal skills and the ability to listen and work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity

Communication:

Proven and sustained communication (verbal and written) skills.

Required Skills and Experience Education:

Completion of Secondary Education.
Possession of Trade Tests and FRSC Certification considered an asset.

Experience:

4 years working experience as a driver in an international organisation, UN system, Embassies or government with a safe driving record.
Knowledge of driving rules and regulations, chauffeur protocol and courtesies, and local roads and conditions.
Experience in diplomatic security, Security Forces and intelligence considered an asset;

Language Requirements: