Vacancy code: UNOPS/HUB/YEM/14/016
Department/office: AEMO, IQOH, Yemen Sub-Office
Title: Driver
Project: 00089810
Constitutional Process Yemen
Duration: 09 months, with possibility of extension
Contract Type: L – ICA -1
Supervisor: Operations Officer Background
The Iraq Operations Centre (IQOC) has been established as of 1 July 2004 in view of servicing Iraq operations, under the Middle East Office [MEO]; namely through the provision of a range of cost-effective project management and related services to the UN clients for results-based solutions that combine logistics, procurement, contract management, personnel recruitment and administration, financial management, institutional strengthening, capacity building and reporting.
The project will support the peaceful political transition process in Yemen. It builds upon the lesson learned from the previous programme funded under the YNDCRTF that provided support to the National Dialogue process. The project will support the Implementation of a Constitution Drafting Process (CDP) in accordance with agreed timelines and steps and on the basis of coherent technical, financial and administrative support to CDC Secretariat (CDCS) and to the constitutional process. International experts will inform the CDC with high-quality technical support and best practises in constitution making including federalism, protections for minorities, structure of the state, and good governance. Duties and Responsibilities
Under the overall guidance and direct supervision of Procurement/Transport Officer, the Senior Driver will be responsible for the following duties: • Drive both light, heavy vehicles and Mobile Handling Equipment (MHE) ensuring compliance with security and safety regulations during trips;
• Convey staff members to official destinations;
• Liaise with Transport workshop/contractor on the maintenance of vehicles, ensures that the vehicle(s) is/are presented for scheduled maintenance/repairs in accordance with the service schedule;
• Carry out daily checks (oil, brakes, tires, water, battery etc) on vehicles and performs minor mechanical repairs on vehicles when required, ensures cleanliness of assigned vehicle(s);
• Make daily trips entries in the vehicles log books and keep records of mileage and fuel consumption;
• Prepare Movement of Personnel Form (MOP) and obtains proper authorization before trips, ensures MOP is completed after the trip as and when required;
• Ensure accidents are reported correctly and all the steps required by rules and regulations are taken into consideration.
• Delivery and collection of mail, documents and other Items, as required
• Perform any other related duties as required. Required Selection Criteria Competencies • Professionalism: Knowledge of the area and the current condition of roads and highways including height and weight restrictions on all commercial routes, security and safety awareness.
• Planning and Organizing: Demonstrated ability to apply sound judgment in the context of assignment.
• Accountability: Ability to demonstrate a high sense of responsibility and operate in compliance with all traffic laws and safety regulations.
• Communication: Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner.
• Teamwork: Excellent interpersonal skills, including ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity and gender.
• Client Orientation: Receptive towards client needs. Maintains tact and diplomacy at all times
Education/Experience/Language QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE • Education: High school diploma.
• Work Experience: Minimum of three years of experience with heavy vehicles with a safe driving record. Good knowledge of driving rules and local traffic regulations is essential.
• Must possess a national driving permit for. Ability to operate independently in austere environment for protracted periods.
• Languages: Working knowledge of oral and written Arabic, English is desirable. Application Process: Qualified candidates may submit their application, including a letter of interest, complete Curriculum Vitae and an updated United Nations Personal History Form (P.11) English Version via e-mail to [email protected].
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