Driver, GL-2

MINUSTAH-2016-NJO-107

Special Notice

The United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti MINUSTAH invites all interested and qualified candidates to apply for the announced job opening. All interested candidates should submit their Personal History Profile (PHP) and copies of their educational diploma/certificates and employment certificates to Recruitment & Career Development Unit (RCDU) via email at minustah-recruitment@un.org.  Blank PHP and supplementary sheets are available at the MINUSTAH Bulletin Board for Internal Candidates and at the MINUSTAH website (http://minustah.unmissions.org/recrutement) for external candidates.  Attachments/file size bigger than 10 MB should be sent in batches.

For ease of reference, please include the job opening number indicated above in the subject of your e-mail.

Organization Setting and Reporting Line

Under the general direction of the Chief Transport Officer, The Driver is responsible for performing a variety of transportation services to staff International, national, VNU, UNPOL, Military, visitors and VIPS.  The Driver required for safely operating UN vehicles on a regular daily schedule as well in order ensure that the UN vehicles are in good operating condition at all times, pick up and drop UN Staff and/or Consultants  as per the schedule, maintain order and security on the UN vehicles and obey all laws, regulations and rules of conduct.

Responsibilities:

Within the terms of organization’s delegated authority and under the direct supervision of the supervisor in charge, the Driver will undertake the following tasks and responsibilities:

• Ensures transportation of authorized personnel and for the transport of general cargo goods.
• Collects and delivers parcels, documents, etc., between offices and institutions
• Takes care of the day-to- day maintenance of the assigned vehicles, check oil, water, battery, brakes, tires, etc.
• Performs minor repairs and arranges for others repairs and ensures that vehicle is kept clean.
• Logs official trips, daily mileage, gas consumption, oil changes, greasing, etc.
• Ensures that the steps required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in an accident.
• Meets official Personnel at the airport
• Performs others duties assigned

COMPETENCIES

Professionalism: - Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.

Communication: - Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Teamwork: - Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others. Places team agenda before personal agenda. Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcoming.

Education: - High school diploma is required.

Work Experience: - At least one (1) year of driving experience in light and heavy vehicles is required.  The Driver must have proficient knowledge in driving, understanding of the UN cultural environment.

Languages: - English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.  For the position advertised, fluency in oral and written French is required. Good communication and working knowledge in English is an advantage.