DRIVER

Organizational Context

The UN Resident Coordinator Offices (UN RCO) support countries in achieving development priorities and the Sustainable Development Goals, as part of a global reform of the UN Development System. This Driver position is located within the UN RCO in Chad, reporting to the Head of the Resident Coordinator's Office/Team Leader.

Job Purpose

The Driver is responsible for safely transporting authorized personnel and goods, making deliveries between UN offices and other institutions, and assisting with airport arrivals. The role also involves performing minor purchases, collecting goods from customs, and ensuring the cleanliness and basic maintenance of assigned vehicles. Accurate logging of trips, mileage, and fuel consumption is required. The Driver must adhere to all rules and regulations, including those related to accident procedures, and apply good judgment in all assignments.

Responsibilities

Safely operate vehicles for personnel and cargo transport, including specialized hazardous goods if applicable. Conduct regular deliveries of parcels and documents between UN offices and external institutions like ministries and embassies. Perform minor local purchases and collect urgent items from suppliers, including customs clearance. Meet and assist official personnel at the airport, facilitating immigration and customs. Maintain assigned vehicles through daily checks, minor repairs, and cleaning. Accurately log all official trips, mileage, fuel consumption, and maintenance records. Ensure compliance with all relevant rules and regulations, especially in case of accidents. Apply sound judgment and perform other assigned duties.

Work Experience

A minimum of two years of progressive, responsible driving experience with a safe driving record is required. Experience driving various vehicle types is necessary. Experience with the United Nations or other international organizations is desirable.

Skills

Driving rules and regulations, local area knowledge, road and highway conditions awareness, security and safety awareness, vehicle maintenance, logging, planning and organizing, client orientation, professionalism, and effective communication.

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